Ep 1. Episode 1

In "Childrens' Hospital" season 1 episode 1, viewers are introduced to the world of a quirky medical center dedicated to treating pediatric patients in a satirical and absurd fashion. The episode begins with Dr. Blake Downs (Rob Corddry) reciting a touching speech about the importance of his job as a clown doctor, only to reveal that he is actually performing an exorcism on a young girl with a tennis ball lodged in her throat.

From there, the chaos and irreverence of the show only escalates, as the staff deals with a range of bizarre medical cases. Dr. Cat Black (Lake Bell) takes on the case of a man with a persistent erection that lasts longer than three days, while her ex-boyfriend Dr. Glenn Richie (Ken Marino) struggles to diagnose a young patient with an unknown disease that turns out to be made-up by the patient's mother for attention.

Throughout the episode, the staff of "Childrens' Hospital" exhibit a level of incompetence and self-absorption that is both hilarious and cringe-worthy. Whether it's Dr. Owen Maestro (Rob Huebel) ignoring a patient's obvious symptoms in favor of pursuing a romantic encounter with a fellow doctor, or the entire staff getting distracted by a surprise birthday party for Nurse Dori (Zandy Hartig) during a surgical procedure, the show takes every opportunity to lampoon the seriousness of medical dramas.

Despite its irreverent tone, however, "Childrens' Hospital" does not shy away from exploring the emotional realities of working with sick children. In one of the episode's most poignant scenes, Dr. Valerie Flame (Malin Akerman) breaks down in tears after diagnosing a young girl with an incurable disease, revealing the weight that comes with the responsibility of caring for young lives.

At its core, "Childrens' Hospital" season 1 episode 1 is a satirical take on the medical drama genre, poking fun at everything from hospital politics to over-dramatic dialogue. But it also manages to imbue its characters with a level of heart and humanity that keeps viewers invested in their stories, no matter how outlandish they may be. Whether you're looking for a raunchy comedy or a heartfelt drama, "Childrens' Hospital" has something for everyone.