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New Amsterdam - Season 1

First aired Sep 25, 2018Season 1

Dr. Goodwin must disrupt the status quo and prove he will stop at nothing to breathe new life into this understaffed, underfunded and underappreciated hospital — the only one in the world capable of treating Ebola patients, prisoners from Rikers and the President of the United States under one roof — and return it to the glory that put it on the map.

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Community reviews for New Amsterdam, shown here with its season details.

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madriyanto

"New Amsterdam" captivated me from the first episode, five years after its premiere. While the romantic subplots were enjoyable, I was truly drawn to the series' realistic portrayal of hospital life, the complexities of the medical profession, and the diverse tapestry of patient stories. As a social science enthusiast, I find myself fascinated by human interaction, analyzing how people react to situations and connect with each other. "New Amsterdam" provides a rich and engaging platform for this exploration, offering a glimpse into the intricate workings of society without the real-life pressures. The series also serves as a fascinating case study in leadership. Max, the hospital director, embodies a cool, honest, and effective leadership style that I find particularly compelling. Watching him navigate the challenges of running a large, complex hospital provides valuable insights for anyone interested in leadership, including myself as a leadership facilitator. The setting of New York City adds another layer of intrigue. The Big Apple, a melting pot of cultures and personalities, provides a vibrant backdrop for the series. We encounter a diverse range of characters, each with their own unique stories and struggles, reflecting the complexities of contemporary society. As an observer, I relish the opportunity to witness these interactions without personal involvement, a luxury that "New Amsterdam" provides. While the first two seasons set a high bar for creativity and coherence, I noticed a slight decline in these aspects in subsequent seasons. Perhaps the creative team ran out of steam, or maybe it's just my perception. Regardless, the initial seasons remain a compelling and insightful exploration of human interaction, medical life, and leadership, making "New Amsterdam" a must-watch for anyone who shares my interests.

Episodes

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Episode 1

Pilot

8.2
Sep 25, 201843 min23 votes

Dr. Max Goodwin shakes up the status quo on his first day as medical director of New Amsterdam, the oldest public hospital in the United States, while simultaneously dealing with his own personal and health issues.

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Episode 2

Rituals

7.9
Oct 2, 201843 min20 votes

Max navigates his diagnosis while Dr. Sharpe encourages him to make a plan. Meanwhile, Dr. Bloom encourages Reynolds to take a chance and Dr. Kapoor and Iggy work together to help a child.

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Episode 3

Every Last Minute

7.1
Oct 9, 201843 min21 votes

Reynolds begins to build his department as Dr. Sharpe battles skepticism from a patient's parents. Meanwhile, Max helps Bloom find a solution for a pregnant patient in a tough spot, all the while continuing to avoid the reality of his diagnosis.

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Episode 4

Boundaries

8.3
Oct 16, 201843 min20 votes

Max creates chaos when he volunteers New Amsterdam to take over for a short-staffed neighboring hospital; Frome has a crisis of conscience about the funding for a hospital garden; an eager resident learns a secret about Bloom.

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Episode 5

Cavitation

8.3
Oct 23, 201843 min19 votes

A visiting journalist picks at the hospital's flaws while shadowing Max; Bloom and Reynolds have a major disagreement after Bloom makes a call against protocol; Kapoor confronts issues from his past.

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Episode 6

Anthropocene

8.3
Oct 30, 201843 min20 votes

Max faces the pressure of his first fundraising gala at the hospital; Frome struggles to break difficult news to his daughter; Bloom and Reynolds deal with the fallout of their argument; Kapoor and Sharpe work to help a sick father and son.

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Episode 7

Domino Effect

8.3
Nov 13, 201843 min19 votes

With a big domino transplant procedure on the line, Max must decide if he can be present in the hospital while also dealing with his illness. Meanwhile, a bond with a patient makes Bloom consider her personal life and Iggy makes progress on a long-standing case.

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Episode 8

Three Dots

7.9
Nov 20, 201843 min16 votes

A patient's treatment plan takes an unexpected turn when Max gets overly invested. Meanwhile, Reynolds celebrates his birthday with some help from the hospital and Kapoor grapples with a case that hits close to home.

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Episode 9

As Long as It Takes

7.2
Nov 27, 201843 min20 votes

Max convinces Dr. Sharpe to take a risk on his course of treatment and Bloom grapples with a difficult conversation. Meanwhile, Dr. Kapoor considers helping his son in a big way after some advice from a friend.

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Episode 10

Six or Seven Minutes

8.4
Jan 8, 201943 min22 votes

As Max fights for his life, New Amsterdam is in full swing with a pertinent heart surgery that is not covered by insurance and a potential nurses walk out. As the team feels Max's absence and the doctors find out that they may have to treat one of their own, Sharpe must finally come clean about Max's condition.

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Episode 11

A Seat at the Table

7.9
Jan 15, 201943 min19 votes

Reynolds confronts a difficult episode from his past. Max distracts himself from chemotherapy by taking on the case of a frequent-flyer patient. Frome helps a young man suffering from severe delusions. Sharpe worries about Bloom's attempt to detox.

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Episode 12

Anima Sola

7.8
Jan 22, 201943 min18 votes

Tensions are high in the hospital as Bloom is overruled on a diagnosis. Meanwhile, Iggy notices that something may be amiss with one of the hospital's most respected surgeons.

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Episode 13

The Blues

7.8
Feb 12, 201943 min17 votes

Max continues to work to solve underlying problems within the hospital despite his continuing struggles with treatment. Meanwhile, Reynolds makes the choice to do a costly surgery to determine an elusive diagnosis and Bloom must face her personal demons head-on.

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Episode 14

The Forsaken

7.9
Feb 19, 201943 min16 votes

Sharpe struggles when a case hits too close to home. Frome uncovers a patient's surprising past. Reynolds makes progress in his personal life after some difficult news.

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Episode 15

Croaklahoma

8.0
Mar 5, 201943 min16 votes

Max bonds with the patients undergoing chemo with him, but a conversation leads him to struggle with his reality. Meanwhile, Reynolds has difficulty handling a personal matter regarding a patient's family and Iggy struggles with a realization regarding his daughter.

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Episode 16

King of Swords

8.1
Mar 12, 201943 min16 votes

When a history-making blizzard hits New York, Max and his staff must work together to keep the patients safe with few resources, even if it means taking to the streets of the city and braving the storm.

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Episode 17

Sanctuary

8.0
Apr 9, 201943 min16 votes

As the doctors continue to weather the storm without power, Max relies on an unlikely source to get the lights back on. Reynolds must get creative as he continues to work to save Hugh with very few resources.

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Episode 18

Five Miles West

7.8
Apr 16, 201943 min17 votes

Reynolds struggles to help a young cystic fibrosis patient with curious symptoms. Kapoor finally comes face-to-face with Ella after their awkward encounter. Sharpe takes a major step in her personal life.

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Episode 19

Happy Place

7.7
Apr 23, 201943 min15 votes

When a NYPD officer is hit by a car in the line of duty, the hospital is turn upside down trying to save her. Meanwhile, Kapoor and Iggy work with a patient struggling with a previous surgery.

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Episode 20

Preventable

7.4
Apr 30, 201943 min17 votes

Max is forced to reckon with his diagnosis in a new way as things become more difficult for him. Meanwhile, Reynolds is forced to address what could have gone wrong in a recent surgery.

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Episode 21

This Is Not the End

8.0
May 7, 201943 min16 votes

Max goes head-to-head with hospital administration when he comes up with a new plan for patients without insurance. Iggy struggles with an accusation brought against him. Sharpe navigates her role as deputy medical director.

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Episode 22

Luna

8.4
May 14, 201943 min16 votes

Sharpe works on a creative way to help Max and Kapoor gets surprising news. Meanwhile, Reynolds takes a big step in his relationship with Evie as one of the doctors makes a life altering decision.