Premise:
“Pure Genius” is a medical drama with a unique twist, blending technology and healthcare. The series centers around a Silicon Valley billionaire, James Bell (Augustus Prew), who opens a state-of-the-art hospital, Bunker Hill, with the mission to revolutionize healthcare. To make this dream a reality, he partners with Dr. Walter Wallace (Dermot Mulroney), a brilliant but disgraced surgeon. Together, they employ cutting-edge technology and a team of experts to tackle the most complicated medical cases.
Main Characters:
- James Bell (Augustus Prew): A tech-savvy billionaire idealist who founds Bunker Hill Hospital.
- Dr. Walter Wallace (Dermot Mulroney): A top-tier surgeon who becomes the Chief of Staff at Bunker Hill, seeking redemption for past mistakes.
Themes:
The series delves into the intersection of technology and medicine, exploring ethical issues that arise when pushing the boundaries of traditional healthcare. Themes of redemption, innovation, and the moral consequences of “playing God” are prevalent throughout the show.
Critical Consensus & Rating:
2.5/5. The series received mixed reviews from critics. While the concept was praised as being unique and timely, some reviewers felt that the show lacked depth in its characters and struggled with believability. The medical cases were intriguing, but the blend of technology and medicine sometimes felt more like science fiction than a grounded drama.
TV Parental Guidelines Rating:
TV-14 for its complex medical themes and some adult situations.
Broadcast Details:
“Pure Genius” originally aired on CBS for one season from 2016 to 2017.
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