‘The Great Doctor’ Netflix Series Review - A Captivating Blend of History and Romance

Lee Min-ho fans, kindly assemble because Netflix has just dropped another banger. The plot begins with the 14th-century Goryeo dynasty, where General Choi Young serves King Gongmin. A loyal and exceptionally skilled warrior, Young is shown as a devoted person who is protecting his king and also fulfilling his responsibilities. When Queen Noguk is seriously injured in an assassination attempt, the royal court falls into a do-or-die situation.  With no physician capable enough to save her, Young is ordered to find someone who can heal her. His search takes him through a mysterious portal into the modern world. There, he encounters Yoo Eun Soo, a plastic surgeon who is busy attending a medical lecture. Young unexpectedly ends up taking Eun Soo back to the period from which he came, with a promise that she will be returned safely after treating the queen. Although initially terrified and furious about being dragged against her will into an unfamiliar era, Eun Soo manages to save the queen with all the modern knowledge she has. Her abilities attract attention, and many begin to believe that she is a heavenly physician with extraordinary healing powers.

However, returning home proves considerably more complicated than Eun Soo ever imagined. Trapped in a world without modern hospitals, antibiotics, and sophisticated surgical equipment, she has to adapt to unfamiliar customs while navigating the dangerous political environment. People of that era now wish to exploit her knowledge, which makes her both valuable and dangerous. 
The plot might seem very similar to Bon Appetite your Majesty but still has its own unique bits that make it a fun watch. There are moments that are funny, especially the ones that involve Eun Soon. But even with that, the makers have managed to blend in a level of seriousness in the show. That makes “The Great Doctor” a very good watch.

The cast deserves to be appreciated for what they do. Lee Min Ho is perfect as Choi Young. His warrior side looks pretty natural on screen with the way he acts. His expressions often communicate more than what he delivers as dialog. The action sequences also appear to be smooth when they are presented on screen. On the other hand, Kim Hee Sun as Eun Soo is equally wonderful. She too manages to bring energy, humour, and emotional warmth to her character, who did have chances to become annoying. Her transformation from that of a frightened modern woman trying to adjust to a completely unfamiliar era to one where she returns home into someone who has now become courageous enough to face danger for the people she loves is a transformation that forms the core of the show.  Their chemistry also forms a great strength of the show that makes their romance convincing despite their differences in age, background, and circumstances.

The backdrop of the story, which is a mix of both the modern era and the 14th century, forms a perfect blend for the show. And the makers have beautifully explored both. So, all in all, if you want to watch Lee Min-ho again, The Great Doctor is just the right watch for you.

Final Score- [8/10]
Reviewed by - Neerja Ch
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Publisher at Midgard Times