As the second season of the medical drama Doc makes its way through the streaming cycle, viewers on Netflix are already looking ahead to the next installment. Based on the established licensing pattern between Sony and Netflix, Season 3 is expected to arrive on Netflix US in September 2027.
The third season officially premiered on FOX on September 22, 2026. For fans who do not wish to wait for the 2027 Netflix release, new episodes are currently available for next-day streaming on Hulu in the United States. This season marks a significant expansion for the series, featuring a 22-episode order that matches the “supersized” format of the second season, up from the 10 episodes produced for its debut year.
Major Cast Changes and New Arrivals
The third season introduces a major shift in the hospital’s hierarchy and cast list. Blair Underwood has joined the series as a regular, portraying Dr. Ben Grant. His character is expected to be central to the season’s mystery, as Grant reportedly holds secrets regarding the eight years of life that Dr. Amy Larsen lost to amnesia following her accident.
While the cast gains a new veteran, it also loses a core member. Felicity Huffman, who played Dr. Joan Ridley, departed the series following the Season 2 finale. Her character’s storyline concluded after she succumbed to complications from leukemia. Additionally, Charlotte Fountain-Jardim is no longer a series regular; her character, Katie, has been written out of the daily hospital drama as she leaves for college.
Professional Shifts for Amy and Sonya
On the clinical side, the professional dynamic between the hospital’s rising stars has evolved. Dr. Amy Larsen and Dr. Sonya Maitra are now serving as Co-Chief Residents. This new partnership forces the two to navigate their shared responsibilities while managing the high-pressure environment of their residency.
