New Amsterdam was so good when it started airing in 2018 that it garnered a huge following. People were so attached that if they were not watching a rerun, they were talking about it on social media or in a fan group. But like every other TV show, the medical drama soon became average and people moved to the next best thing. As a result, New Amsterdam was canceled after season 5 in 2023. There will not be a 6th season.
When Does New Amsterdam Return, Or Is It Cancelled
New Amsterdam is canceled and will not return, this means there will be no season 6. The popular medical drama aired just five seasons, after which it was canceled. Fans of the show have expressed their disappointment at the producers of the show for bringing it to an end so abruptly.
The show, like other medical dramas, covered subjects like the cost of healthcare, how effective/ineffective certain practices are in government-established hospitals, and how these issues affect the lives of medical practitioners and citizens when they cannot give/receive proper treatments. Because of its close resemblance to certain other medical dramas before its time, however, the audience of New Amsterdam subjected the show to a lot of comparisons that were not so favorable to its ratings.
So while it does seem like the story came to a natural end seeing as Dr. Goodwin had to leave to join the WHO in Geneva, Switzerland, the producers revealed this was not the original end they had in mind for the series. That notwithstanding, the show has been canceled and will no longer air another season.
Why Is New Amsterdam Ending?
Emotions aside, the fact remains that New Amsterdam didn’t have enough viewers and ratings to keep it going. Considering the cost of production and the fact that it performed far below expectations, it made sense not to put any more funds to creating any more seasons.
Followers of New Amsterdam, particularly fans of actor Ryan Eggold who plays Doctor Max Goodwin, don’t want to hear whatever excuse producers will come up with on why New Amsterdam was cancelled. All that matters is that a huge chunk of your life is no more.
Since its debut, New Amsterdam has been compared to shows such as Grey’s Anatomy, The Resident, and The Good Doctor. If we’re being honest, it doesn’t hold water them. Grey’s Anatomy is in its 20th season. How do you compete with that? Either way, this impacted the ratings it received and many critics noted that it did not meet expectations. Support for the show waned after the first season and viewers reduced with each new season.
How Many Seasons of New Amsterdam Are There?
The medical drama series has five seasons, and each season has a number of episodes. Season one has 22 episodes, season two has 18 episodes, season three has 14 episodes, season four has 22 episodes, and season five, which is the season finale, has 13 episodes.
Key Facts About New Amsterdam
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Title | New Amsterdam |
| Genre | Medical Drama |
| Creator | David Schulner |
| Inspiration | Based on the memoir Twelve Patients: Life and Death at Bellevue Hospital by Dr. Eric Manheimer |
| Premiere Date | September 25, 2018 |
| Network | NBC |
| Setting | Fictionalized New Amsterdam Medical Center, inspired by New York City’s Bellevue Hospital |
| Main Character | Dr. Max Goodwin (portrayed by Ryan Eggold) |
| Plot Summary | Follows Dr. Max Goodwin as he becomes the medical director at one of the oldest public hospitals, aiming to reform the system and prioritize patient care over bureaucracy. |
| Themes | Healthcare reform, social justice, personal and professional struggles of healthcare workers |
| Cast Highlights | Ryan Eggold, Janet Montgomery, Freema Agyeman, Jocko Sims, Tyler Labine |
| Number of Seasons | 5 |
| Notable Story Arcs | Dr. Max’s battle with cancer, systemic healthcare challenges, and emotional dynamics among hospital staff |
| Reception | Generally positive reviews for its emotional depth, social commentary, and character development |
| Final Season Air Date | January 17, 2023 |
| Cultural Impact | Raised awareness on issues like medical accessibility, healthcare bureaucracy, and ethical dilemmas in hospitals. |
Is Season 5 New Amsterdam’s Season Finale
New Amsterdam season 5 is the season finale of the series. Season five aired its first episode on September 20, 2022, and ran for 13 episodes that eventually ended on January 17, 2023. The season finale ended with Max recalling how he was inspired to become a doctor on hearing the word, “How can I Help”.
He went further to encourage the staff of the hospital to recall what inspired them to take on the profession of saving lives and also broke the news of his resigning as New Amsterdam’s medical director and moving to Geneva, Switzerland, to take up a job offer as the Head of Global Health Policy with the World Health Organization. The staff of New Amsterdam is later introduced to an enthusiastic young woman (Luna) who introduces herself as the new medical director of New Amsterdam. This signals a new era for the hospital.
