A Gifted Man Season 1 Episode 1
A Gifted Man
Season 1

Ep 1. Pilot

  • TV-PG
  • September 23, 2011
  • 43 min
  • 7.5  (147)

A Gifted Man is a supernatural drama that aired for one season on CBS in 2011. The show revolves around Michael Holt, a successful and arrogant New York City surgeon who is visited by the ghost of his ex-wife, Anna, four years after her death.

In the series premiere, "Pilot," Michael is living a fast-paced life, working long hours at his successful private practice and neglecting his relationships with his friends and family. One day, while in the middle of performing surgery, Michael receives a call from his sister, Christina, informing him of their estranged father's death. Michael reluctantly flies to upstate New York for the funeral, where he is confronted by his past and the people he once knew.

At the funeral, Michael runs into Anna's sister, Christina's best friend, and an old high school acquaintance, all of whom have stayed in touch with Christina over the years and have formed their own close-knit community. Michael is reminded of the person he used to be before he became consumed with his career and is moved by the support and love shown to his sister.

After the funeral, Michael returns to his life in New York City but is haunted by visions of Anna. At first, he believes it to be stress-induced hallucinations, but soon realizes that Anna's ghost is really appearing to him. Anna doesn't give Michael an explanation for why she is back, only that she needs his help.

Michael's skepticism of the supernatural is challenged by Anna's presence, but he reluctantly agrees to help her track down a patient from the free clinic she used to work at. Along the way, Michael begins to see how his life has become misaligned with his values and the importance of human connection.

"Pilot" sets the stage for the rest of the series, as Michael tries to balance his medical career with his newfound insight into the importance of community and spirituality. The show explores themes of redemption, forgiveness, and the intersection between science and faith.

A Gifted Man features an ensemble cast that includes Patrick Wilson as Michael Holt, Jennifer Ehle as Anna Paul, Julie Benz as Christina Holt, Liam Aiken as Milo Holt, and Margo Martindale as Rita Perkins-Hall. The series was created by Susannah Grant, who is known for writing films such as Erin Brockovich and Charlotte's Web.

The pilot episode was directed by Jonathan Demme, a veteran filmmaker who won an Academy Award for Silence of the Lambs. The episode successfully introduces the core characters and themes of the series, as well as sets up the overarching mystery of Anna's reappearance. It's a promising start to a show with a unique premise and strong performances.

Overall, "Pilot" is a captivating introduction to the world of A Gifted Man, and sets the tone for a compelling and thought-provoking season.

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Description
  • First Aired
    September 23, 2011
  • Content Rating
    TV-PG
  • Runtime
    43 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.5  (147)