New amsterdam season 3

New Amsterdam!

Season 3 of New Amsterdam premiered on September 21, 2020, and concluded on May 25, 2021. Here's a brief summary of the season:

Plot

The third season of New Amsterdam continues to follow Dr. Max Goodwin (Ryan Eggold), the medical director of the fictional New Amsterdam Hospital, as he navigates the challenges of running a hospital while also dealing with his personal life.

In this season, Max faces new challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, which affects the hospital and its patients. He also has to deal with the aftermath of his relationship with Helen Sharpe (Janina Gavankar) and his growing feelings for Dr. Helen Torres (Merly Streep).

Meanwhile, the hospital's staff faces their own personal struggles, including Dr. Floyd Pearson's (Jocko Sims) battle with PTSD, Dr. Ignatius "Iggy" Frome's (Omar Metwally) struggles with his identity, and Dr. Helen Sharpe's own personal demons.

New Characters

Season 3 introduces several new characters, including:

  1. Dr. Elizabeth Fuentes (Janina Gavankar), a new attending physician who becomes a love interest for Max.
  2. Dr. Casey Coleman (Lisa Ezcurra), a young and ambitious resident who joins the hospital's surgical team.
  3. Dr. Daniel Salazar (Mark Jackson), a new attending physician who becomes a mentor to Iggy.

Episode Highlights

Some notable episodes from Season 3 include:

  1. "Big Day" (Episode 1): The season premiere introduces Dr. Elizabeth Fuentes and sets the tone for the season.
  2. "The Big Leap" (Episode 5): Max and Helen Torres work together to save a patient's life, while Iggy struggles with his identity.
  3. "The Big Picture" (Episode 10): The hospital faces a crisis when a patient's family sues the hospital, leading to a hospital-wide investigation.
  4. "The Big Finish" (Episode 16): The season finale sees Max and Helen Torres facing a major decision about their future together.

Reception

Season 3 of New Amsterdam received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising the show's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on the hospital and its patients. The season also explored themes of identity, trauma, and relationships, which were well-received by audiences.

Overall, Season 3 of New Amsterdam was a strong continuation of the show's first two seasons, with engaging storylines, memorable characters, and a strong sense of emotional depth.