The '90s idol of girls' hearts, known from the Dawson's World series, has taken to the seas in a new "Dr. House" project. Audiences are expecting a shipwreck
Serial misstep?
Actor Joshua Jackson, who is known to viewers mainly from the series Dawson's World, Fringe and Dr. Death , now has a new role in the comedy-drama series "Doctor Odyssey". In it, he plays a cruise ship doctor, Dr. Max Bankman, and together with a team of medical professionals, he looks after the health of the passengers. The plot is supposed to provide an interesting mix of absurd injuries and extravagant situations. Is this really the case? And what are viewers' first impressions?
The first 30 minutes really deal with some unusual situations, there's iodine poisoning after excessive shrimp consumption, an accident on a water slide, and even a broken penis. But reviewers mostly agree that while the show wants to be a sort of blend of "Dr. House" and "White Lotus," it lacks the depth and humor to really engage the viewer.
One of the main shortcomings is said to be the lacklustre script and the corporate production style, which is reminiscent of promotional videos on hotel screens. Even the presence of stars like Don Johnson (Django Unchained, On the Knife) as the enthusiastic Captain Massey can't save the series. The jokes, including those about the size of Dr. Bankman's penis, come across as bland and provide no real amusement.
Thus far, according to most reviews, the series unfortunately fails to take advantage of the unique atmosphere of luxury cruises, which could be a rich source of both comic and dramatic moments. The same is said to be true of most of the passengers, who are portrayed as friendly and simple, dimensionless characters, which is said to be rather implausible in the end.
Moreover, the series lacks any self-criticism or detachment to lighten the overall serious impression it wants to present. The general consensus is also that this first voyage could also be the last one the series will take. And no one is said to be sorry.
