Doogie Howser, M.D. Season 2 Episode 18

Doogie Howser, M.D. Season 2 Episode 18 My Two Dads

  • TVPG
  • February 6, 1991
  • 1380 min
  • 6.7  (33)

Doogie Howser, M.D. season 2 episode 18, titled "My Two Dads," follows the story of Doogie as he struggles to cope with the recent breakup of his parents' marriage. The episode begins with Doogie's father, David, moving out of the family home and into a new apartment. Doogie is devastated by his parents' separation, feeling torn between both of his parents and struggling to come to terms with the fact that his family is breaking apart.

To make matters worse, Doogie is feeling neglected by his father, who is focused on starting his new life with his girlfriend. Meanwhile, Doogie's mother, Katherine, is struggling to hold it together, trying to keep the family functioning as normally as possible despite the upheaval in their lives.

As Doogie deals with the emotional fallout from his parents' separation, his medical duties are not far behind. Doogie is assigned to a young patient, a boy with a serious heart condition who is in need of a transplant. The boy's parents are divorced, and both are fighting for custody of their son. Doogie finds himself in a difficult position as he tries to navigate the complex legal and emotional issues surrounding the case.

Throughout the episode, Doogie's struggles with his own family situation are mirrored in the story of his patient's family. As Doogie tries to come to terms with his own feelings about his parents' separation, he finds himself diving deeper into the lives of his patient and his parents, trying to help them find a way to work together for the well-being of their son.

At the heart of "My Two Dads" is a story about family, love, and the complexities and challenges that come with divorce. Doogie grapples with questions about loyalty, betrayal, and how to move forward when everything in his life seems to be falling apart. But ultimately, the episode is about hope - the hope that even when things are at their darkest, there is always the possibility for a new beginning, and the chance to find happiness and healing in unexpected places.

As always, Doogie's genius intellect and compassionate heart shine through in this episode, making him one of the most beloved TV doctors of all time. With its blend of drama, heart, and humor, "My Two Dads" is a classic episode of an iconic television show.

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Description
  • First Aired
    February 6, 1991
  • Content Rating
    TVPG
  • Runtime
    1380 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.7  (33)