Key Takeaways:
– Don Johnson confirmed for ABC’s new series, Dr. Odyssey, helmed by Ryan Murphy.
– Joining Johnson in the cast is Joshua Jackson.
– The series will likely be a medical procedural set on a cruise ship.
– Ryan Murphy Television is in production, targeting a fall release.
– Johnson’s character details still under wraps.
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‘Dr. Odyssey’ Cast:
Accomplished actor Don Johnson, renowned for his roles in hit series like Miami Vice and Knives Out, has been roped in for Ryan Murphy’s new ABC series, Dr. Odyssey. Tasked to join forces with Joshua Jackson on this medical emergency drama, Johnson is bringing his seasoned acting chops to the mix.
Johnson, who holds a special place in fans’ hearts, has had an illustrious career. He notably portrayed Detective James Crockett in Miami Vice and starred in the Nash Bridges series as Inspector Nash Bridges. His recent roles include playing Judd Crawford in the acclaimed Watchmen series and a stint in the Kenan Thompson-led comedy series Kenan. Alongside his TV appearances, Johnson also appeared in the Book Club films.
‘Dr. Odyssey’ Plot:
While details surrounding Dr. Odyssey remain scant, we can confirm it’s a medical procedural set aboard a cruise ship. Given Murphy’s knack for cranking up the suspense in previous works, we can expect more than just ship-wide food poisoning. What Johnson’s role would be in this high sea mystery remains undisclosed.
Production Details
Ryan Murphy will be penning the script for Dr. Odyssey, along with Jon Robin Baitz and Joe Baken serving as executive producers. Directing duties fall to Paris Barclay known for his contributions to American Horror Story and Dahmer: Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story. Other executive producers include Eric Paquette, Alexis Martin Woodall, Eric Kovtun, Scott Robertson, and Nissa Diederich, with Joshua Jackson also exec producing.
RyanMurphy’s Other Ventures
Murphy has several television projects underway, including A Chorus Line, Grotesquerie, Consent, and The Watcher. Fans are also eagerly awaiting his TV movie One Hit Wonders, American Sports Story, and a yet-to-be-named Netflix project on Marlene Dietrich.
As Dr. Odyssey sets sail for its fall launch, could we be looking at a new paradigm for medical procedurals? Only time will tell. But with Johnson aboard the ship, we can bank on a riveting cruise. How will medical horrors manifest themselves on the high seas? Would you join the riveting cruise if you had the chance? Let’s hear your thoughts below on what Dr. Odyssey is about and what character Don Johnson will play.
