The medical dramaDoctor Odysseyis setting sail in the fall of 2024, andit’s already accomplishing something that neitherGrey’s AnatomynorChicago Medintentionally didduring their first (or subsequent) seasons.InRyan Murphy’s new TV show, Joshua Jackson stars as Dr. Max Bankman, a luxury cruise ship’s new on-board doctor. Max is joined byPhillipa Soo’s Nurse Avery Morgan and Sean Teale’s Nurse Tristan Silva, making up his medical team, while Don Johnson stars as Captain Robert Massey inDoctor Odyssey. So, it’s safe to say that the series' main cast is impressive.
Joshua Jackson’s next TV seriesDoctor Odysseypremieres on Thursday, September 26, at 9 pm ET on ABC.
The cast ofDoctor Odysseycontains a Grammy Award winner, a Tony-nominated star, and an Emmy-nominated actress, and that’s just Phillipa Soo. Don Johnson is a legend in his own right, being awarded a Golden Globe and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, while Joshua Jackson is a TV legend, known for his iconic roles inDawson’s Creek,Fringe, andDr. Death. Sean Teale is no slouch either, as many will recognize him from shows such asReignandTheGifted. AlthoughDoctor Odysseywent all out with its main cast,its list of guest stars is even more impressive.
Doctor Odyssey Trailer Teases A String Of Impressive Guest Stars
John Stamos, Chord Overstreet, Kelsea Ballerini, & More Guest Star In The New ABC Series
Thetrailer for Ryan Murphy’s new TV seriesDoctor Odysseyshows a glimpse at what and who fans can expect to see in the medical drama. From John Stamos (who previously starred in two renowned medical series —General HospitalandER) to Shania Twain (one of the best-selling music artists of all time), the ABC show wastes no time incorporating famous guest stars. Most of the followingcelebrities, including Stamos, Chord Overstreet, and Kelsea Ballerini, can be seen in theDoctor Odysseytrailer.
Stephanie Suganami
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By including impressive guest stars,Doctor Odysseyalready has a leg up over other medical proceduralshows likeGrey’s AnatomyandChicago Med.Neither series utilized renowned actors, singers, and other celebrities while marketing their respective first seasons. Of course,Grey’s Anatomyhas featured numerous famous guest stars throughout its 20-plus season run, but most of them appeared in the show before gaining recognition (like Phillipa Soo’sHamiltoncostar Leslie Odom Jr.).
How Doctor Odyssey’s Guest Stars Can Help It Succeed
Big Names Draw In Big Crowds
Even thoughDoctor Odysseyhasn’t premieredyet (as of the writing of this article), it’s almost guaranteed to succeed because of its roster of guest stars. With big names like John Stamos and Shania Twain,more people will be inclined to watchDoctor Odysseyjust to see them.These celebrities can draw more eyes to the ABC medical drama, especially if they promote the show.
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The additional marketing will undoubtedly boostDoctor Odyssey’s ratings. Plus, not every announced guest star will appear in the pilot episode. As a result, people will have to continue tuning in to see some of their favorite actors and/or singers in the medical drama.It evidently pays off to have Ryan Murphy’s pull in Hollywoodas many are already talking aboutDoctor Odysseya week before its premiere because of the show’s ability to get impressive guest stars.
Doctor Odyssey
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Doctor Odyssey is set aboard a luxury cruise ship where Max, the new on-board doctor, and a small, resourceful medical team confront unique medical crises and interpersonal dynamics while isolated miles from shore.
