Doogie Howser, M.D.

Doogie Howser, M.D.

ENDED4 Seasons97 Episodes6.5
NetworkABC
First AiredSep 19, 1989
Last AiredMar 24, 1993
Runtime24 min
Created ByDavid E. Kelley, Steven Bochco

Doogie Howser is a doctor. He is also a 16-year-old genius who graduated college at age 10 and finished medical school at age 14. But he is still a teenager, with normal teenage friends and problems. But unlike a normal teenager, he is just learning to drive while also consulting on serious medical cases like heart transplants.

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Cast

Neil Patrick Harris
Neil Patrick Harris
Doogie Howser
Max Casella
Max Casella
Vinnie Delpino
Belinda Montgomery
Belinda Montgomery
Katherine Howser
Lawrence Pressman
Lawrence Pressman
Benjamin Canfield
K
Kathryn Layng
James B. Sikking
James B. Sikking
David Howser
Markus Redmond
Markus Redmond
Mitchell Anderson
Mitchell Anderson
Jack McGuire
Lisa Dean Ryan
Lisa Dean Ryan
Wanda Plenn

Seasons & Episodes4 seasons · 97 episodes

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There's a Riot Going On
E1There's a Riot Going On
Sep 23, 1992
The 1992 L.A. riots find trauma surgeon Doogie overwhelmed.
Look Ma, No Pants
E2Look Ma, No Pants
Sep 30, 1992
Katherine can't stop playing mother to Doogie even after he dates her boss, whom he brings to the house for skinny-dipping.
Doogie Got a Gun
E3Doogie Got a Gun
Oct 7, 1992
After the family is robbed, Doogie considers buying a gun, but he's haunted by memories of shooting victims he's treated.
Doogie Doesn't Live Here Anymore
E4Doogie Doesn't Live Here Anymore
Oct 14, 1992
Doogie hunts for new digs and finds a Venice Beach loft; and Vinnie must also find a new home when his parents divorce.
The Patient in Spite of Himself
E5The Patient in Spite of Himself
Oct 21, 1992
A med-school project has Doogie and a fellow doctor posing as patients, being poked, prodded and probed to learn how to empathize with patients.
To Err is Human, to Give up Isn't a Bad Idea
E6To Err is Human, to Give up Isn't a Bad Idea
Oct 28, 1992
Doogie faces his first solo surgery fearing he's not perfect; and Vinnie faces his first time voting.
Doogie, Can You Hear Me?
E7Doogie, Can You Hear Me?
Nov 11, 1992
A hearing-impaired patient charms Doogie, who speaks her language by signing but may not be listening. She also offers creative inspiration for Vinnie's Chaplinesque film.
Nothing Compares 2 U
E8Nothing Compares 2 U
Nov 11, 1992
Doogie's ego takes a beating when a winsome nurse chooses Vinnie over him. Raymond also comes up short when comparing himself to other technicians.
Do the Right Thing ... If You Can Figure out What It Is
E9Do the Right Thing ... If You Can Figure out What It Is
Nov 18, 1992
Doogie's heart tells him to do one thing, his head another in choosing the best candidate for a heart transplant; and Vinnie's dilemma involves a vulnerable Janine.
The Big Sleep ... Not!
E10The Big Sleep ... Not!
Nov 25, 1992
Doogie holes up at the hospital on Thanksgiving Eve for some R&R, as does a new mother who feigns illness to get away from her family.
Will the Real Dr. Howser Please Stand Up
E11Will the Real Dr. Howser Please Stand Up
Dec 9, 1992
Doogie spots evidence of child abuse when his dad's friend brings in his injured son for care.
The Mother of All Fishing Trips
E12The Mother of All Fishing Trips
Dec 16, 1992
Doogie's mom makes a poor substitute as Doogie's fishing partner when Dr. Howser throws his back out and is at home being cared for by Vinnie.
Roommate with a View
E13Roommate with a View
Dec 30, 1992
Doogie learns a lesson about trusting the unknown from a free-spirited model sharing his loft, as does a kidney-transplant candidate.
Spell It M-A-N
E14Spell It M-A-N
Jan 6, 1993
A nurse Doogie's dating retaliates against his braggadocio by spreading rumors about him; Vinnie gets a new film-school dormmate.
It's a Tough Job ... But Why Does My Father Have to Do It?
E15It's a Tough Job ... But Why Does My Father Have to Do It?
Jan 13, 1993
Vinnie can't adjust to the masseuse his father is dating; Doogie's dad is asked to replace a doctor who expired while on duty.
The Adventures of Sherlock Howser
E16The Adventures of Sherlock Howser
Jan 20, 1993
Doogie as Sherlock Holmes and Vinnie as Dr. Watson play out Doogie's confusion over Michele.
Love Means Constantly Having to Say You're Sorry
E17Love Means Constantly Having to Say You're Sorry
Jan 27, 1993
Laura makes Vinnie feel he's "become a man," but he reacts with adolescent jealousy to men around her. Meanwhile, a traveler's illness puzzles Doogie.
You've Come a Long Way, Baby-Sitter
E18You've Come a Long Way, Baby-Sitter
Feb 3, 1993
Some things are better left unexplored, like Doogie's crush on his old baby sitter or Vinnie's dream of having a star read his script.
Love Makes the World go 'Round ... or is It Money?
E19Love Makes the World go 'Round ... or is It Money?
Feb 24, 1993
A deposit error dumping $16,000 in Vinnie's account tests his integrity; and Doogie must prove his integrity to a girl with a crush on him.
Dorky Housecall, M.D.
E20Dorky Housecall, M.D.
Mar 10, 1993
Doogie bemoans his friendship-only status with Michele but finds inspiration on how to deal with it from an acerbic cartoonist patient.
Eleven Angry People ... and Vinnie
E21Eleven Angry People ... and Vinnie
Mar 17, 1993
Jury member Vinnie tries to look beyond the letter of the law, as does Doogie, who uncovers a bogus doctor at Eastman.
What Makes Doogie Run
E22What Makes Doogie Run
Mar 24, 1993
Doogie sees his gift of genius as more of a curse than a blessing as he seeks inspiration outside the world of medicine.

About Doogie Howser, M.D.

Doogie Howser, M.D. is a drama, comedy series on ABC. The show first aired on Sep 19, 1989 and currently has 4 seasons and 97 episodes. Doogie Howser, M.D. has ended after 4 seasons. It has a rating of 6.5/10 based on 113 votes. The cast includes Neil Patrick Harris, Max Casella, Belinda Montgomery, Lawrence Pressman, Kathryn Layng. Created by David E. Kelley and Steven Bochco.

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