Diplosdr. Death : Season 1 Episode 1 May 2026

: Neurosurgeon Dr. Robert Henderson is tasked with performing a revision surgery to fix Duntsch's errors. Shocked by what he finds, he teams up with vascular surgeon Dr. Randall Kirby , who had previously witnessed Duntsch's bizarre and reckless surgical behavior.

: Duntsch performs a spinal fusion on Madeline Beyer , which leaves her with severe pain and limited mobility. DiplosDr. Death : Season 1 Episode 1

: The narrative focuses on the uphill battle faced by Henderson and Kirby as they try to navigate a medical hierarchy that prioritizes avoiding lawsuits over patient safety. : Neurosurgeon Dr

: Duntsch is portrayed as a malignant narcissist who blames his failures on his team rather than taking responsibility. Randall Kirby , who had previously witnessed Duntsch's

: The episode highlights Duntsch's duality—charming and charismatic with patients, yet arrogant and belligerent when questioned by medical staff. Key Characters and Cast Christopher Duntsch Joshua Jackson The titular "Dr. Death," a sociopathic neurosurgeon. Robert Henderson Alec Baldwin A methodical neurosurgeon investigating Duntsch. Randall Kirby Christian Slater A fiery vascular surgeon who joins Henderson's fight. Kim Morgan Grace Gummer