Shaun Murphy’s 5 Most Iconic Lines From ‘The Good Doctor’

Many fictional characters from movies and series have iconic lines, and Dr. Shaun Murphy from The Good Doctor is no exception. This medical drama series first aired in 2017 starring Freddie Highmore (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The Spiderwick Chronicles). Here, he plays Dr. Shaun Murphy, a surgeon with autism and savant syndrome who uses his exceptional abilities to save lives.

Here are 5 of the most iconic lines to live by from The Good Doctor’s Shaun Murphy!

5 Iconic Lines from Dr. Shaun Murphy:

The acclaimed medical drama, “The Good Doctor” certainly has no shortage of unforgettable quotes. If you haven’t already binge-watched this drama series, maybe these 5 iconic lines by Dr. Shaun Murphy will convince you to start!

Warning: Content may contain some spoilers.             

 

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Dr. Murphy and Dr. Browne on a bench with the liver container.

“It was a good day. We saved a life.”

In Season 1, Episode 3, Dr. Shaun Murphy and Dr. Claire Browne (Antonia Thomas) attempt a liver transplant for a patient, but it does not go as planned. Instead of making a fuss, Dr. Murphy accepts the decision and looks at the bittersweet side of the situation.

 

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Dr. Shaun Murphy talking to Dr. Glassman.

“I have autism. It’s part of who I am.”

Dr. Murphy teaches us about acceptance in Season 2, Episode 15. He did not let his autism stop him from saving lives. As one of the characters said, “he [Shaun] is unlike any other doctor. His mind works differently, and his methods can turn into miracles.”

 

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Shaun and his wife, Lea

“The world is harder for women. I want to change that. But I don’t know how.”

After finding out the gender of their baby, Shaun and his wife, Lea (Paige Spara), talk about how they will raise their child. This line from Season 4, Episode 14, proves that Dr. Murphy will be a great dad and an advocate for women’s empowerment, and we are here for it!       

 

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Dr. Shaun Murphy

“We can’t stop ourselves from changing, which means we might stop loving someone, or they might stop loving us.”

This series teaches us not only about medical-related things but also about love. In Season 4, Episode 7, Shaun sheds light on how change affects love. It is a reminder that change is constant and inevitable, indeed.                   

 

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Dr. Shaun Murphy holding a mop while talking to the janitor.

“Are you satisfied with what you’ve done with your life?”

This question hits hard, not just for the janitor that Shaun asked, but for all of us. This line allows us to reflect on our lives and whether we would be happy if we died tomorrow.

Where To Watch The Good Doctor

If you want to watch a heartwarming, at times tear-jerking series, you are in for a treat with The Good Doctor. This medical drama series has a unique plot, memorable lines, and scenes worth binging. The series is available for you to watch on Hulu, Amazon Prime, Disney+, and abc.com.