Series synopsis
Doogie Kamealoha, M.D. is an American drama family comedy television series that premiered on Disney+ on September 8, 2021. It ended on March 31, 2023. It was created by Kourtney Kang. It stars Peyton Elizabeth Lee, Emma Meisel, Matthew Sato and Wes Tian.
Lahela 'Doogie' Kamealoha, a 16-year-old prodigy juggles a budding medical career and life as a teenager. With the support of her caring and comical 'ohana (family) and friends, Lahela is determined to make the most of her teenage years and forge her own path.
Premise
Lahela 'Doogie' Kamealoha, a 16-year-old prodigy juggles a budding medical career and life as a teenager. With the support of her caring and comical 'ohana (family) and friends, Lahela is determined to make the most of her teenage years and forge her own path.
Premise: To save lives, she'll have to break some hearts.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Peyton Elizabeth Lee as Lahela 'Doogie' Kamealoha
- Emma Meisel as Steph Denisco
- Matthew Sato as Kai Kamealoha
- Wes Tian as Brian Patrick Kamealoha
- Jeffrey Bowyer-Chapman as Charles Zeller
- Mapuana Makia as Noelani Nakayama
- Kathleen Rose Perkins as Dr. Clara Hannon
- Jason Scott Lee as Benny Kamealoha
Supporting cast
- Ronny Chieng as Dr. Lee
Guest cast
- Kylie Cantrall as Olivia
- Max Greenfield as Dr. Arthur Goldstein
- Barry Bostwick as Will
- Lehi Makisi Falepapalangi as Loto
- Clyde Yasuhara as Mr. Lim
- Eddie Lee Anderson as Policeman #2
- Linda Castro as Amy
- Amy Hill as Dr. Takushi
- Toby Meuli as Caleb
- Shawn Mokuahi Garnett as Musician
- David S. Jung as Rip Tide
- Nick Masciangelo as Bongos Guy
Episodes
This series spans 2 seasons with 20 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 10 | September 8, 2021 | November 10, 2021 |
| Season 2 | 10 | March 31, 2023 | March 31, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Aloha – The Hello One Medical prodigy Dr. Lahela "Doogie" Kamealoha juggles getting her drivers license and going to a high school dance with a cute surfer with her responsibilities at the hospital. |
September 8, 2021 |
| 2 |
Love Is a Mystery Lahela tackles two mysteries: the root cause of a tourist’s sudden paralysis and Walter’s feelings. |
September 15, 2021 |
| 3 |
License to Not Drive Now that Lahela has her driver’s license, she yearns for a little freedom — specifically, access to her mom’s car and a trip to Starbucks with her best friend, Steph. However, Clara is hesitant to hand over the keys. When Lahela’s patient, local celebrity weatherman Rip Tide, recommends that she take more risks and get behind the wheel of her own life, Lahela takes his advice quite literally. She takes the family car without permission. |
September 22, 2021 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
A Hui Huo (Until We Meet Again) When hospital policy prevents Dr. Lahela "Doogie" Kamealoha from treating a patient with no insurance, Lahela vows to help the next person who walks through the doors no matter what…even when that someone is a little boy's dog. Meanwhile Lahela's brothers Kai and Brian Patrick help their dad Benny come to terms with the passing of Uncle John by planning a celebration of his life. It's a family affair, Kamealoha-style, and a welcome reminder that the people you love will always have your back. |
March 31, 2023 |
| 2 |
Mythological Creatures Now that Lahela's boyfriend Walter is back from his surf tour, Lahela worries she doesn't fit in with his new surfer crowd. To prove how fun she is, Lahela decides to host a party. Steph is on board—she and Kai still haven't talked about their kiss, and this will be the perfect opportunity to get clarity. Up at Uncle John's ranch, a business-minded Brian Patrick has plans to build a theme park…until Benny and Clara get a little help showing him the land is special even without a rollercoaster. |
March 31, 2023 |
| 3 |
Message from the Chief Lahela finishes a routine checkup with a patient at the hospital before leaving with her family and Steph for a staycation at Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa. But when Lahela's patient is readmitted with unusual symptoms, Lahela can't keep her mind off the case. While Kai tries to help Brian Patrick attend the Aloha Beach Party, Steph falls in with an independent group of ladies. At the end of this medical mystery, the secret is out: relaxing is good for doctors and teenagers. Case solved! |
March 31, 2023 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Disney+ |
|---|---|
| First aired | September 8, 2021 |
| Last aired | March 31, 2023 |
| Status | canceled |