
New Amsterdam
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Break the rules. Heal the system.
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The new medical director breaks the rules to heal the system at America's oldest public hospital. Max Goodwin sets out to tear up the bureaucracy and provide exceptional care, but the doctors and staff are not so sure he can succeed. They've heard this before. Not taking "no" for an answer, Dr. Goodwin's instinctive response to problems large and small is four simple words: "How can I help?" He has to disrupt the status quo and prove he'll stop at nothing to breathe new life into this underfunded and underappreciated hospital, returning it to the glory that put it on the map.
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- E1 PilotNext upSep 25, 2018 · 43 min · ★ 8.2
Synopsis

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.
Guest stars: Greta Quispe (Sabrina Zamabrano), Shukura (Raina), Yvette Ganier (Linda Weber), Rose Bianco (Patricia), Jason Kisare (Alain), Gary Perez (Carlos Martin), Alanna Blair (Teacher), Eric Martin Brown (Dan)
- E2 RitualsOct 2, 2018 · 43 min · ★ 7.9
Synopsis

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.
Guest stars: Brooke Bloom (Millie), Cindy Cheung (Judge Hayashi), Michelle Federer (Leo's Mom), Vanessa Kai (Suzanne Izuka), Clifton Davis (Pierre Pampil), Finn Egan-Liang (Leo Chen), Sandra Daley (Elsie Villarreal), Soeurette Diogene-Le Corps (Gad-Ko Participant #2)
- E3 Every Last MinuteOct 9, 2018 · 43 min · ★ 7.1
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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.
Guest stars: Shukura (Raina), Raquel Dominguez (Janelle Mason), Matthew Maher (Ray DeMarco), Laila Robins (Mrs. Ryland), Marinda Anderson (Dr. Jessup), Ken Ard (Mason), Amy Blackman (Anna), Guy A. Fortt (Szura)
- E4 BoundariesOct 16, 2018 · 43 min · ★ 8.3
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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.
Guest stars: Joanna Adler (Faye), Zuri Giddings (Tianna), Linda Thorson (Mrs. Monaghan), Ron Rifkin (Peter Fulton), Shawn Andrew (Zak), Mike Cabellon (EMT Kennedy), Jorge Cordova (Mateo Fernandez), Rose Harwood (Dr. Margaux)
- E5 CavitationOct 23, 2018 · 43 min · ★ 8.3
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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.
Guest stars: Johnathan Nieves (Javier Pagan), Jessica Frances Dukes (Rhonda Tewkes), David Iacono (Jalen Pagan), José Zúñiga (Lou Navarro), Erick Betancourt (Security Guard), Greg Crowe (Harold), Liz Eng (Code Nurse), Reginald N. Ferguson (Code Doctor)
- E6 AnthropoceneOct 30, 2018 · 43 min · ★ 8.2
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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.
Guest stars: Catherine Chadwick (Ramdom Donor), Gregory Perri (Christopher), Shukura (Raina), Ron Rifkin (Peter Fulton), Olga Merediz (Gloria Salazar), Ethan Phillips (Dan Marken), Lusia Strus (Jeffers), James Saito (Andrew Nomura)
- E7 Domino EffectNov 13, 2018 · 43 min · ★ 8.3
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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.
Guest stars: Greta Quispe (Sabrina Zamabrano), Lizzy DeClement (Jemma), Andres Munar (Diego), Therese Plaehn (Tanya), Naomi Serrano (Gianna), Babak Tafti (Tariq Ali), Emmy Berkowitz (Tanya Kid 5YO), Nathalie Carvalho (Blanca)
- E8 Three DotsNov 20, 2018 · 43 min · ★ 7.9
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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.
Guest stars: Denise Pillott (May Ortega), Wai Ching Ho (June Chiang), Poppy Liu (Amy Chiang), George Wyner (Rabbi Skillman), Tina Fabrique (Louise Conway), William Lee (Homeless Man), Roscoe Orman (Rodger Conway), Lori Wilner (Rebecca Skillman)
- E9 As Long as It TakesNov 27, 2018 · 43 min · ★ 7.2
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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.
Guest stars: Yvette Ganier (Linda Weber), Toney Gracen Araujo (Shay), Andrea Syglowski (Sarah Madsen), Ari Barkan (LaDavius Powell), Nick Choksi (Andy Madsen), Carey Van Driest (Jillian Miller), Elise Santora (Dr. Kleinman), Aneesh Sheth (Lila)
- E10 Six or Seven MinutesJan 8, 2019 · 43 min · ★ 8.4
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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.
Guest stars: Ron Rifkin (Peter Fulton), Zabryna Guevara (Dora), Sendhil Ramamurthy (Dr. Panthaki), Marc Boies (Medevac Pilot), Jonathan Burke (Basem), Joseph Castillo-Midyett (Medevac Nery), Erica Cho (Female Intern), Michael Pemberton (Dr. Nash)
- E11 A Seat at the TableJan 15, 2019 · 43 min · ★ 7.9
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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.
Guest stars: Michelle Federer (Leo's Mom), Ron Rifkin (Peter Fulton), Teddy Cañez (Hector Rivera), Michael Cullen (Andy Keener), Jake Ryan Lozano (Tony), Jimmy Gary Jr. (Big Mike Kiggens), Caroline Hewitt (Penny Atwater), Troy Iwata (Garo Rose)
- E12 Anima SolaJan 22, 2019 · 43 min · ★ 7.8
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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.
Guest stars: Marilee Talkington (Maren Thompson), Marinda Anderson (Dr. Jessup), Lisa O'Hare (Georgia Goodwin), Emma Ramos (Mariana), Christopher Cassarino (Ed Nottingham), Christopher Rivas (Ivan Velez), Joel Rooks (Henry Maravich), Lou Carbonneau (Maintenance Guy)
- E13 The BluesFeb 12, 2019 · 43 min · ★ 7.8
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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.
Guest stars: Zabryna Guevara (Dora), Sendhil Ramamurthy (Dr. Panthaki), Michael Basile (Moreland), Vandit Bhatt (Rohan), Alejandro Hernandez (Casey Acosta), Dierdre Friel (Ella), Kate Nowlin (Jessica Medrano), Dale Soules (Allison Medrano)
- E14 The ForsakenFeb 19, 2019 · 43 min · ★ 7.9
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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.
Guest stars: Lily Du (Lawan Panyacosit), Ron Rifkin (Peter Fulton), Sendhil Ramamurthy (Dr. Panthaki), Nana Mensah (Camila Candelario), Margot Bingham (Evie Garrison), Emma Ramos (Mariana), Christine Chang (Agnes Kao), Alejandro Hernandez (Casey Acosta)
- E15 CroaklahomaMar 5, 2019 · 43 min · ★ 8.0
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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.
Guest stars: Cindy Cheung (Judge Hayashi), Michelle Federer (Leo's Mom), Aneesh Sheth (Lila), Zabryna Guevara (Dora), Jimmy Gary Jr. (Big Mike Kiggens), Nana Mensah (Camila Candelario), Lisa O'Hare (Georgia Goodwin), LaRae Muscat (Sameera)
- E16 King of SwordsMar 12, 2019 · 43 min · ★ 8.1
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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.
Guest stars: Elijah Richardson (Avi), Marinda Anderson (Dr. Jessup), Zabryna Guevara (Dora), Sendhil Ramamurthy (Dr. Panthaki), Nana Mensah (Camila Candelario), Christopher Cassarino (Ed Nottingham), Michael Basile (Moreland), Megan Byrne (Gladys)
- E17 SanctuaryApr 9, 2019 · 43 min · ★ 8.0
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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.
Guest stars: Virginia Vale (Kira Davis), Sol Marina Crespo (Kat Della Cruz), Nana Mensah (Camila Candelario), Matthew Bellows (Clint Hartman), Emma Ramos (Mariana), Kim Ramirez (Alicia Smith), Marvin Avila (Ocampo), Christine Chang (Agnes Kao)
- E18 Five Miles WestApr 16, 2019 · 43 min · ★ 7.8
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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.
Guest stars: Cindy Cheung (Judge Hayashi), Judith Ivey (Virginia Stauton), Greta Quispe (Sabrina Zamabrano), Kate Rigg (Rada Gregorian), Peter Romano (Bradley), Sendhil Ramamurthy (Dr. Panthaki), Michael Pemberton (Dr. Nash), Nana Mensah (Camila Candelario)
- E19 Happy PlaceApr 23, 2019 · 43 min · ★ 7.7
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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.
Guest stars: Lauren Ridloff (Margot), Hayley Lovitt (Tori), Chuck Cooper (Leon Hargrow), Judith Ivey (Virginia Stauton), Maximilian Osinski (Angelo Russetti), Lizzy DeClement (Jemma), Zabryna Guevara (Dora), Nathalie Carvalho (Bianca)
- E20 PreventableApr 30, 2019 · 43 min · ★ 7.4
Synopsis

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.
Guest stars: Elijah Richardson (Avi), Judith Ivey (Virginia Stauton), Marinda Anderson (Dr. Jessup), Zabryna Guevara (Dora), Nana Mensah (Camila Candelario), Margot Bingham (Evie Garrison), Christopher Cassarino (Ed Nottingham), Megan Byrne (Gladys)
- E21 This Is Not the EndMay 7, 2019 · 43 min · ★ 8.0
Synopsis

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.
Guest stars: Denise Pillott (May Ortega), Elijah Richardson (Avi), Judith Ivey (Virginia Stauton), Greta Quispe (Sabrina Zamabrano), John Goodlow (Administrator #2), Malika Nzinga (Administrator #3), Josh Philip Weinstein (Administrator #1), Zabryna Guevara (Dora)
- E22 LunaMay 14, 2019 · 43 min · ★ 8.4
Synopsis

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.
Guest stars: Tye Alexander (Baines), Cherise Boothe (Brandi), Brian R. Norris (Jacob), DeLance Minefee (Sam), Leslie Uggams (Mamma Reynolds), Peter Romano (Bradley), Zabryna Guevara (Dora), Nana Mensah (Camila Candelario)
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Created by David Schulner
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madriyantoJun 24, 2024
"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 engagi… Read more
ng 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.
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