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Good Doctor; 20 episode KTV drama from the late summer of 2013.

SPOILERS AHEAD!

Story: An autistic young child named Shi Ohn is orphaned and partially raised by a doctor at an early age. This doctor soon realizes Shi Ohn's autism allows him to absorb and retain all sorts of medical knowledge that a normal person couldn't. Shi Ohn is encouraged to learn and study everything he can until he grows to adulthood, wherein he's given an internship at a children's hospital to see if he can put his extraordinary mind to use in real world practice.

Unfortunately, the autism that makes Shi Ohn so knowledgeable in the first place, also makes it difficult for him to communicate with people and grasp the nuances of social interaction in an imperfect society. He can't express his emotions properly, has trouble understanding his own feelings, and can't comprehend why people act and do the things they do (much less understand lies, jokes, ulterior motives, etc). Since he's both incredibly book smart and socially awkward, he's as equally resented as he is feared by his contemporaries; his genius might be able to solve problems they cannot, but he also might do something incredibly stupid that would put lives and careers at risk. Thus, a tentative relationship is born between Shi Ohn and everyone that now surrounds him to see if he can begin to fit in to society and be of help to the hospital and its patients.

This is a little bit of an unusual show for a K-drama. It's more of a straight forward drama about the growth of an autistic man, and those around him, more than anything else. It does retain many familiar elements of this genre; there's some melodrama, antagonists, character growth, a little humor, and somewhat of a romantic angle, but if you're looking for some juicy or outrageous or angst ridden makjang drama, this ain't the show for you.

Joo Won is the star of the show in his portrayal of Shi Ohn. This could not have been an easy part to play, but Joo Won is up to the task and remarkably believable throughout. He's got all the autistic mannerisms and ticks down pat, but more impressive is the way he's able to convey his emotions in such an effective manner without breaking character. He has to deal with a lot; being bullied, reconciling with his estranged parents, sorting out his first feelings of love, living on his own, making friends, handling disappointment, and overcoming his disability, all while he's trying to prove himself as a capable doctor and basically just get by in life. Joo Won really drives this show with his performance, and the more things progress, the more you can almost sense what he's thinking & feeling without him even uttering a word. Nicely done, Joo Won!

Joo Sang Wook & Moon Chae Won fill the other 2 most prominent parts; Joo Sang Wook plays the head doc in charge of the children's ward, and Moon Chae Won plays the prominent young female doc in the wing. Both of them were quite efficient at portraying opposite ends of the spectrum that help Shi Ohn in their own way. He's demanding and won't approve of Shi Ohn until he's satisfied, and she's kindly and supportive of Shi Ohn at almost every turn. The rest of the cast is rounded out by some hospital trustee/upper management types, the kids in the sick ward, and the rest of interns & docs & nurses; they were all effective enough in their roles portraying an antagonist or benefactor or side story character or what have you.

Writing, direction, and production were solid. The story is relatively well told, and it does make its way from start to finish rather well without ever getting too bogged down. And, of course, it all looks great on screen; this is modern day HD KTV after all, so that's almost a given with any show that's provided at least a modest budget.

If I have any complaints to level against this show, it would be the attempt to (SPOILERS) incorporate a love angle between Moon Chae Won's character and Shi Ohn; this show probably would have better off without that aspect, and, instead just stuck to its overall motif of overcoming adversity and character growth. I suppose I could complain some about some of the annoying young hospital kids, and the standard drive by method of giving short shrift to various medical terms & disorders, but young kids usually can't act very well anyway, and, you can't expect the writers & cast to be experts in the medical field when considering the inherent time constraints involved with airing these shows.

Summary: It isn't going to work for everybody, but I must admit that I quite enjoyed this show for the most part. The story is better than decent, there are several good performances (Joo Won, in particular, is outstanding), and, I thought everything was fairly well executed overall. It's ultimately a fairly sweet K-drama tale about a disadvantaged man coping with life, and, the realization that he's not really any better or worse at accomplishing this than any "normal person" trying to do the same. I actually found this to be a somewhat unique & rather heartwarming show (and, I'm saying this as a jaded, long-time viewer of KTV melodramas).

Bottom Line: Well Recommended! 8 out of 10 stars on the KTV Drama Scale!

First of all: No, I didn't watch the american version of this show so I might be totally wrong with my assumption.

But from what I've seen through trailers and coincidentally zapping to the show when it was on tv, the american version didn't catch my interest because in my opinion they focused too much on his special abilities as a doctor and his "geniusness" and less on the negative aspects and prejudices which an autistic person has to deal with on a daily basis.

And this version did a very good job depicting that. Because lets be real: society is not easy to deal with and unfortunately many people are bullied. And yes, doctors might be of high status but in the end they're still human so even though it was hard to watch, I don't think it's unrealistic that even between hospital employees and doctors specifically there's a lot of jealousy and mistreatment. And it was important to make that clear.

Also, I liked the many side stories about the little patients and getting a glimpse of their lives and problems and learning their stories and what brought them to the hospital.

What I didn't like was the whole (very typical) side plot about the hospital business itself and chairmen, businessmen and foundations fighting over the hospital. It was actually quite boring and unnecessary. They should've only focused on the main plot. That would've been enough if you ask me.

The ending of the show was quite satisfying, though a little too positive and happy go lucky in my opinion. Even the majority of the people who were like enemies throughout the show suddenly were on the pediatric team's side and the ones who weren't just weren't shown on screen anymore. I like happy endings but at least make it realistic.

All in all, I didn't regret watching it.

Conclusion: nice plot, very inspiring characters (specifically the patients), a few boring scenes in between.

It's beautifully made with a good cast. The struggles with autism are portrayed in a hard way but also realistic. I didn't like the soundtrack and some exaggerations in medical cases. The love story is also please although improbable and they don't show deeply the hardships of this kind of relationship but is an altruistic love so it's beautiful! Watch it :)

This the second South Korean drama series I've watched and I have to say I loved it. The premise was an interesting one, and I feel the writers, directors and producers did a superb job of bring this to life on screen.

Special recognition has to go to the truly superb acting performance of Joo Won. How he kept all of those mannerisms up throughout the series was amazing. Chae-Won Moon also deserves a special mention too. Her interplay with the other characters really helped bring the show alive, and the fact that she lights up the screen whenever she's on it makes it very pleasant watching.

I devoured the whole series in less than a month and there wasn't one period during that time when I lost interest. Gripping stuff.

Oh, and one more thing. Good Doctor had good positive messages throughout and didn't rely on sex and violence to keep the viewer hooked.

Highly recommended and high praise to all involved.

I just came to know about this show from the remake. I must say original one is far far better than the remake. It will make you cry in every episodes and this is one of the best series i have watched so far. This show will definitely teach you very important life lessons and to be a better person, to make a difference surrounding you. 100% would recommend it and i wish there was a second season of this beautiful show. if you didn't watch it yet, please do. you are missing a lot.

This version the original version is far better than the US's version. I won't add anything that is a spoiler. The acting is brilliant. The script is amazing.

I RECOMMEND WATCHING AT LEAST THE FIRST EPISODE AND DECIDE IF YOU WANT TO CONTINUE WATCHING OR NOT.

I really loved the concept and the ways all character played.really love park shi-on,Dr cha and the director and dr han..hope they will come with 2nd season...

The concept of an autistic doctor could've been executed with more nuance and plausibility. I really hope Korean hospitals are nothing like what's portrayed here. People are constantly yelling at each other, and abusive bullying behaviour towards colleagues and patients alike seems to be the standard.

GOOD DOCTOR (2013) was such a great show. This was the second K-drama I ever watched, back when it first came out and it got me hooked. I found the concept so touching and accepting, although there are some painful parts in it as well. I absolutely love the concept. There should be many more shows like this one. People with differences, limitations or supposed "disabilities" can achieve great things, help others and change the world. In truth, many are not lacking but gifted. This series tried to make a statement that everyone deserves respect and absolute equality, regardless of their differences and/or medical condition. This show was so well done and very intense. The characters were all so well casted as well. An amazing medical drama with a lot of heart. Loved it! I loved the character of Park Si-on.

Found this intriguing using the premise of a doctor who is autistic, whether this could happen in reality is debatable. The actor who played the autistic doctor played it quite well with the facial and body movements, as I've met an autistic child with those mannerisms. It's described in this series as a disbility, but in many cases it has been shown that autistic people have an excellent retentive memory. The miss for me was on the romance front, how can the autistic doctor have a love romance with the female doctor, as it clearly states in the storyline that hehas a mind of a 10year old child!! Yes, I could accept that it would be something along the lines of maternal relationship, which, unless I misunderstood, this was suggested by the autistic doctor when he was confused by his feelings. No, very disappointed with the ending, thought the female doctor was better suited to someone like her boss or someone similar.

Feel good series with humour, drama, ups and downs. Good cast and only once in the entire series where things dragged on more than expected

This story is remade in both Japan and the US. I have not finished the Japanese version. But for the Amercian one, the director is the one making the classic Doctor House. The 3D explanation on each medical case is really impressive. The male lead as an autistic doctor is ok.

Comparing to the US version, the korean version is not as strong as in explanation of each medical case. The acting of the male lead is ok.

I have come accross many autistic children myself. Though I can never imagine an autistic doctor can survive in the hospital in actual life, the plot is creative and a little of exaggeration keeps the drama interesting to follow. That is why the drama is reproduced twice.

Watch both version and let see which is better.

I thought the ending of the two leads was forced and not realistic. Do they really have to end up together despite the situation. The second lead makes it difficult to watch until the end. Anyways, acting is good and kept me watching it for most parts.

I really enjoyed this more than I thought I would. Big fan of the US version but I think the simplicity of the South Korean versio is its best asset.

An autistic doctor tries to fit in at a busy Seoul hospital in the paediatric ward. At first he is alienated and belittled but over time he adapts and his fellow doctors and patients also adapt and realise being different is not bad. Even though it is a little formulaic it is heartwarming and is well acted with some lighthearted moments. A hospital drama which has some politics and side stories but mainly concentrates on the dedication of the team to their patients.

Good Doctor deals with an interesting and emotional theme, though the romance kind of ruined it for me. Minus: -The romance. Why add romance to the story, and not focus on him getting his possition as a surgent? Plus, if he had the mentality of a 10 year old, then the romance was kind of off. -They constantly explained that he was cured. Plus, his condition was treated as a disease. Should have been better handled. -It dragged at some points and got boring Possitives: -The cases were interesting -The theme and the story was so great and touching -There is a happy ending -The hospital politics made it more interesting. -The acting was great So, overall, 6 out of 10.

This is an amazing series, in every respect. Acting, writing, realization and drama. The basis for the ABC series The Good Doctor, it is such a great idea, that it's natural that it would be adapted in the US. That said, it is superior in its execution and realization.

It treats Dr Parks condition more straightforwardly, with the expected opposition by fellow doctors, parents and the hospital administration in a more realistic fashion. No Hollywood-ization here: it's quite blunt, with more hospital corporate intrigue thatbits US counter-art (for the better IMO). The episodic (actually multi episode) dramas are very good, with cliffhangers, tension, moral quandaries and resolutions that are satisfying, if not always pleasant.

Performances are fantastic, with characters being given backstories, motivations and resolutions that ring true. You won't always know where they are going, but will be resolved (although not always happy) about how they conclude.

A really great series from the jump. Excellent!

Okay, so this series has its flaws. Some of the acting of the lesser roles is poor, the melodramatic climaxes often miss their mark and the lighting and sound quality are not of the standard I expect from K drama.

But none of these are sufficient to detract from the powerful story at the core. Joo Won is simply wonderful as the autistic Good Doctor, whose fight to overcome the challenges that face him suck you in such that you really do root for him. It's harder-nosed than Extraordinary Attorney Woo: for example love comes less easily, and the stress of the hospital environment and difficult colleagues initially worsens his condition.

Without the flaws I mention this would have been a 10. With them I am awarding it an 8, which means that I strongly recommend it nevertheless.

Sadly I came to this after watching the US version. Unfortunately I couldn't get beyond episode 1.

Austism is a condition that affects the brain and its ability to interact with the outside world to many different degrees but complete mental retardation isn't part of that. The autistic doctor in this Korean drama has a problem walking, and talking and thinking, and doing anything and everything non medical.

Whether or not it or he gets any better I will never find out. I won't watch any more. Completely non-realistic.

If I could give this a -1, I would. I'm only halfway through Episode 2 and finding it painful to watch. The portrayal of autism focuses on the worst stereotypes. The ML is shown as an autistic child, followed by the hospital director telling the staff meeting that he tested normal at age 17. Next, he is shown as a medical school graduate, although once again severely autistic. There is also talk about possibly being able to cure him. No! Autism is not a condition that comes and goes. Autism can be managed to a degree, but it is not curable. It never disappears. Perhaps whoever did the subtitles was unfamiliar with the nuances of the English language.

I've watched other medical K-dramas and I'm aware that the Korean culture is much more formal in following hierarchy, but the smug arrogance shown by the majority of the doctors is over the top. It's also unbelievable that the medical doctor who insisted on hiring him would bring him on board without assigning a mentor/buddy of any kind to ease him into a hospital system, just throwing him to the wolves, as it were. Logically, one would expect that a student who has successfully passed his internship would have learned how to conform to some degree of hospital protocol rather than bouncing off walls on his first day of residency.

This script and the characterization of autism, along with most of the roles, does a huge disservice to Korean filmmakers. The industry as a whole has done much better.