PeacockNew Amsterdam (2018)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Progressive
Viewer Rating
Rating: 7.0
Overview
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.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Peacock
Apple TV
Google PlayBias Dimensions
Political: Strong Left
Diversity: High
LGBTQ: Positive
Christianity: Positive
Islam: Positive
Judaism: Positive
Overview
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.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
PeacockApple TVGoogle PlayDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Progressive
Primary
The series explicitly critiques the for-profit American healthcare system, advocating for universal access, social justice, and patient-centered care over corporate interests and bureaucracy, aligning with progressive healthcare reform discourse.
The series features a highly diverse main cast, with many key roles intentionally filled by minority actors. Its narrative frequently explores and critiques systemic issues within healthcare, highlighting disparities and advocating for equitable treatment for marginalized communities.
Secondary
New Amsterdam consistently portrays LGBTQ+ characters, primarily Dr. Iggy Frome and Dr. Lauren Bloom, with dignity, complexity, and agency. Their queer identities are integrated naturally into their character arcs and relationships, which face typical human challenges rather than prejudice. The show's overall depiction is affirming, validating the worth of LGBTQ+ lives and love.
The show consistently portrays Christian characters and their faith with respect, often highlighting how faith provides comfort, community, and guidance, even when navigating complex medical decisions. The narrative emphasizes empathy and understanding towards religious beliefs.
Muslim characters and their religious practices are presented respectfully, emphasizing their humanity, cultural identity, and the role of faith in their lives. The narrative often highlights the hospital's efforts to be inclusive and sensitive to Muslim patients' needs.
Jewish characters and traditions are depicted with nuance and respect, often showcasing the strength of community, cultural heritage, and personal faith. The show frequently accommodates Jewish practices within the hospital setting, affirming their importance.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The show 'New Amsterdam' is based on a memoir by a male doctor, Eric Manheimer. The lead character, Dr. Max Goodwin, is also male. Other main characters are original to the series and not gender-swapped versions of established figures from the source material or history.
New Amsterdam is an original series with characters created specifically for the show. There is no prior source material, historical record, or previous installment where these characters were established as a different race.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
7.0
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
7.9
8.4
Critic Ratings
N/A
4.7
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