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Max is the new on-board doctor for a luxury cruise ship where the small but mighty medical team navigate unique medical crises and each other, miles from shore.
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Max is the new on-board doctor for a luxury cruise ship where the small but mighty medical team navigate unique medical crises and each other, miles from shore.
Cast, crew and production details
Joshua JacksonDr. Max Bankman
Phillipa SooAvery Morgan
Sean TealeTristan Silva
Don JohnsonCaptain Robert Massey
Sheri EffresLady at Dinner
Shania TwainHeather
Gina GershonLenore Laurent
ABCUnited States
Ryan Murphy TelevisionUnited States
20th TelevisionUnited StatesWatch options above are for the show and may vary by season or episode.
Episode 1
The Odyssey's new onboard doctor, Max Bankman gets acquainted with Capt. Massey and his medical team, Avery and Tristan, while treating crises miles from shore.
Directed by Paris BarclayWritten by Ryan Murphy, Jon Robin Baitz, Joe BakenGuest stars Brian Altemus, Flor de Maria Chahua, Sheri Effres, Krystin Goodwin, Reasha Honaker, Asha Kamali, Anna Mhairi, Sam Skolnik
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Episode 2
It's Singles Week on The Odyssey, and lust is in the air. As Max, Tristan and Avery navigate their relationship, the crew fends off advances from passengers. With rising desire and quickly spreading ailments, Max and the team rush to restore order.
Directed by Paris BarclayWritten by Ryan Murphy, Jon Robin Baitz, Joe BakenGuest stars Shania Twain, Chord Overstreet, Marcus Emanuel Mitchell, Kassandra Cruz, Kayla Compton, Brittany Baker, Shannon Dee, Jasmine Hester
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Episode 3
Plastic Surgery Week on The Odyssey brings new faces and fresh features to be carefully maintained by the medical team. Meanwhile, when the owner's wife comes on board, Capt. Massey must juggle charm and skillful dodging to sidestep her advances.
Directed by Bradley BueckerWritten by Ryan Murphy, Jon Robin Baitz, Joe BakenGuest stars Sheri Effres, Gina Gershon, Justin Jedlica, Constance Marie, Christine Mulhern, Hayley McLaughlin, Mikayla Soo-ni Campbell, Blanca Araceli
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Episode 4
During a week dedicated to wellness, The Odyssey ironically finds itself overwhelmed by a surge of ailing patients. Meanwhile, Tristan's new romance sparks jealousy, and Capt. Massey must bring the ship to safety in the midst of a hurricane.
Directed by John J. GrayWritten by Joe Baken, Byron CrawfordGuest stars Marcus Emanuel Mitchell, Bryan Marcos, Toni M. Youngblood, Amy Sedaris, Margaret Cho, Laura Harrier, Kate Berlant, Jacqueline Toboni
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Episode 5
It's Halloween on The Odyssey, featuring a high-stakes costume contest; but when a zombie-like illness plagues select passengers, the festivities take a dark turn. Meanwhile, Avery and Max embark on a rescue mission.
Directed by Tessa BlakeWritten by Joe Baken, Byron CrawfordGuest stars Laura Harrier, Rick Cosnett, Michelle Nuñez, Gigi Zumbado, Carmela Zumbado, Marija Abney, Myko Olivier, Amanda McCants
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Episode 6
When a wealthy family charters The Odyssey for a weeklong wedding cruise, all eyes are on the "bridezilla" as she wreaks havoc on board. Amid the chaos, love and lust manage to find their way through the air with sparks flying among the crew.
Directed by Paris BarclayWritten by Ryan Murphy, Joe BakenGuest stars Marcus Emanuel Mitchell, Jacqueline Toboni, Rick Cosnett, Kelsea Ballerini, Margo Martindale, Kevin Zegers, Annie Gonzalez, Hudson Oz
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Episode 7
Bears, otters and cubs on board can only mean one thing: It's Gay Week on The Odyssey. As Max, Avery and Tristan navigate their relationships, Capt. Massey's brother arrives with an unexpected guest.
Directed by Crystle Roberson DorseyWritten by Joe Baken, Byron CrawfordGuest stars Marcus Emanuel Mitchell, Jacqueline Toboni, Rick Cosnett, John Stamos, Cheyenne Jackson, Johnny Sibilly, Bob the Drag Queen, Michelle Meredith
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Episode 8
It's Quakers Week, and the ship is bustling with guests obsessed with a quirky trend taking over the cruising industry: rubber duckies. As the voyage unfolds, Avery receives unexpected news.
Directed by Maggie KileyWritten by Ryan Murphy, Jon Robin BaitzGuest stars Marcus Emanuel Mitchell, Gina Gershon, Laura Harrier, Jacqueline Toboni, Rick Cosnett, Loretta Devine, Fred Melamed, Adrienne Warren
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Episode 9
Max and Avery are at a crossroads as Avery faces a difficult pregnancy decision. Meanwhile, after Munroe is bitten by a shark, the Odyssey takes a dangerous detour to rescue a sinking boat, where a mysterious new passenger catches Max's eye.
Directed by Millicent SheltonWritten by Mike Schaub, Liz FriedmanGuest stars Marcus Emanuel Mitchell, Jacqueline Toboni, Adrianne Palicki, Rumer Willis, Kurt Yaeger, Liam C. Johnson, M.J. George, Hutch Dano
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Episode 10
Amid a power outage, Max, Tristan, Avery, and Brooke struggle to treat shark-inflicted wounds. As romantic tensions flare between Max and Brooke and new sparks fly between two former flames, the team must perform an emergency operation.
Directed by Michael MedicoWritten by Russel Friend, Jamie PachinoGuest stars Marcus Emanuel Mitchell, Jacqueline Toboni, Adrianne Palicki, Rumer Willis, Kurt Yaeger, Liam C. Johnson
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Episode 11
It's Casino Week aboard The Odyssey, and unexpected guest Athena Grant suspects two passengers are targeting the ship's vault. Enlisting Max's help, Athena raises the stakes in a dangerous game where not everyone will end up with a winning hand.
Directed by Jennifer LynchWritten by Tracy Taylor, Jessica Grasl, Mike Schaub, Tracy TaylorGuest stars Blanca Araceli, Jacqueline Toboni, Angela Bassett, Angela Zhou, Debra Mooney, Jade Pettyjohn, Brittany Carel, John Churchill
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Episode 12
Tristan strives to prove himself to Avery, while Captain Massey is shaken by shocking news. Meanwhile, Sophisticated Ladies Week brings a disruptive passenger onboard, while the crew navigates the delicate care of a terminal patient.
Directed by Crystle Roberson DorseyWritten by Jon Robin Baitz, Joe BakenGuest stars Shania Twain, Marcus Emanuel Mitchell, Jacqueline Toboni, Rick Cosnett, Jaclyn Smith, Donna Mills, Graham Rogers, Matthew Ludwinski
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Episode 13
Spring break hits The Odyssey as three college "vixens" set their sights on Max. Meanwhile, Tristan faces his drinking problem while other passengers' struggles keep the medical team on their toes.
Directed by Steven CanalsWritten by Ryan Murphy, Liz FriedmanGuest stars Blanca Araceli, Jacqueline Toboni, Noah Beck, Kathryn Newton, Paris Jackson, Ava Phillippe, Charlotte Lawrence, Anthony Turpel
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Episode 14
Cheerleaders aboard The Odyssey bring nostalgia, but when Avery receives troubling news, Max and Tristan step in to support her. Meanwhile, Tristan explores sobriety while Captain Massey's stress takes a physical toll.
Directed by Paris BarclayWritten by Jessica GraslGuest stars Evan Faunce, Jacqueline Toboni, Dianna Agron, Jesse Johnson, Monette Moio, Audrey Gerthoffer, Tayler Buck, Anton Starkman
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Episode 15
Crew week on The Odyssey sends Max back to his hometown for answers, while Tristan reveals Avery's secret to Vivian. As Munroe fights a parasitic infection, Avery pressures Rosie to face a medical condition she's been hiding.
Directed by Paris BarclayWritten by Jon Robin Baitz, Jamie PachinoGuest stars Marcus Emanuel Mitchell, Laura Harrier, Jacqueline Toboni, Mike O'Malley, Melinda Page Hamilton, Jacob Buster, Tyler Cook, Oakley Fisher
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Episode 16
Mayhem ensues on The Odyssey when high-profile book tours for trad wives and sex-positive groups are double-booked. As tensions rise, Max, Avery and Tristan provide medical attention to both VIP authors.
Directed by Yona SpeidelWritten by Russel Friend, Jamie PachinoGuest stars Kelli Berglund, Cameron Deane Stewart, Chelsea Zhang, Briana Venskus, Whitney Cummings, Gretchen Adler, Bryan Abasolo, Jazzma Crofton
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Episode 17
After Max's declaration fractures his relationship with Avery, he leaves the ship and finds himself caught in an earthquake, which triggers a tsunami warning. With The Odyssey forced to leave port, Max races to return before it's too late.
Directed by Maggie KileyWritten by Jessica Grasl, Mike Schaub, Mike Schaub, Byron CrawfordGuest stars Marcus Emanuel Mitchell, Blanca Araceli, Rick Cosnett, Julian Larach, James William O'Halloran, Jim O'Heir, Annie Mumolo, Jonathan Bennett
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Episode 18
When Max's transmission goes silent, he and Barry seek refuge in an abandoned church while Tristan takes charge of The Odyssey. With time running out, Avery leads a high-stakes rescue mission to find Max.
Directed by Paris BarclayWritten by Tracy Taylor, Joe Baken, Liz FriedmanGuest stars Marcus Emanuel Mitchell, Blanca Araceli, Jim O'Heir, Annie Mumolo, Jonathan Bennett, Jee Young Han, Ramon De Ocampo, Natalia Cigliuti
Where to watch Doctor OdysseyEpisode information updated Jul 22, 2026
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