Doctor Odyssey Arrives on ITVX
A popular medical drama, Doctor Odyssey, has quietly landed on ITVX today (Wednesday, July 15), allowing UK audiences to stream all 18 episodes for free. The show, created by acclaimed writer Ryan Murphy alongside Jon Robin Baitz and Joe Baken, is set on a stunning luxury cruise ship rather than a traditional hospital.
The series follows a doctor who joins the medical team aboard a luxury cruise liner, where the small but mighty crew navigate unique medical crises miles from shore. It stars Dawson's Creek actor Joshua Jackson, Hamilton's Phillipa Soo, Knives Out's Don Johnson, and Skins' Sean Teale. Guest stars include Glee's Chord Overstreet and country music legend Shania Twain.
Critical and Audience Reception
Doctor Odyssey debuted to strong ratings on US network ABC and shortly landed on Disney Plus for a worldwide audience. Common Sense Media described it as: "Sleek, well-produced, and addictive, this cruise ship soap has notes of flirty romance but doesn't forget it's a medical drama." The Wrap added: "Effortlessly charming, likable and quick on his feet Dr. Bankman, Jackson asks his audience to go along for the ride of a work/life balance on the seas."
Audiences have shared their delight on social platforms. One IMDb user wrote: "This series definitely should be renewed for a second season. It's got The Love Boat vibe but more tantalizing." Another added: "This show is guilty pleasure GOLD! It's cheesy, fun and sexy. It is over-the-top fun and a joy to watch," while a third said: "Proper delicious entertainment that's perfect for Grey's Anatomy fans." A fourth viewer echoed: "This show harkens back to when TV was good, wholesome, entertaining and light-hearted. The characters are fun, and relatable, and the story line is that of The Love Boat, 911, and The Rookie type of shows—where there is always something going on, some problem to fix or remedy." Someone else commented: "Binge-worthy series that's spicy, thrilling and fun all rolled into one!"
Availability and Cancellation
You can now stream all 18 episodes of Doctor Odyssey for free on ITVX, after it quietly landed on the platform earlier today. But sadly, there won't be any more chapters at sea, as the show was cancelled by ABC last year. The network didn't renew the series and let the cast's options expire, effectively cancelling the show, which left many fans heartbroken.
