Transplant (2020–2024) User Reviews

Sweet maple syrup at its best

[bosporan · 8/10 · 28 March 2022]

Canadian TV often throws up some gems, this is shaping up to be one of them. A marvellous and original premise of a well-qualified immigrant doctor finding his way sets up some engaging narratives to challenge the protagonist. This innovation hoists this above the crowded morass of me-too medical dramas.

Some fine performances from Hamza Haq and Laurence Leboeuf of whom I was not previously familiar ably supported by the better known John Hannah and Torri Higginson. The plots are novel, the dialogue on-point delivering thoroughly entertaining TV compelling me to 'turn-the-page'. Currently I am halfway through season 1, my hope is that this fresh approach does not become diluted to mere procedural.

Great surprise

[rdpeterman · 8/10 · 3 April 2020]

Go Canada! Binged watched all the shows in 2 days. No shortage of effort to create a well equipped and staffed ER. Lead character and back story has great depth.

Pilot Episode is Great!

[annaleighanderton · 9/10 · 28 February 2020]

Wow... I didn't expect it to be that heart wrenching. Starts off with a jolt! Very ER-esque. Doesn't stop for anybody. My heart was pounding and my pulse was racing as I watched the pain inside and out unfolding. I look forward to getting to know these characters. I hope all involved can keep up this quality and pace! If so, I'M IN!

Good medical drama

[sulav_karki · 8/10 · 10 April 2020]

As someone from medical field, this is a pretty good medical drama with a different premise than so many others. A Syrian immigrant who was a trauma surgeon in his home Country now working at a Canadian hospital.. i have watched 6 episodes till date and it's all good.

I LOVE THIS SHOW!!!!

[damarkle · 10/10 · 5 March 2020]

I'm really enjoying this new take on Medical shows. This show conveys how misconceptions of people can be really ignorant without getting to know someone's story first. These characters are wonderful. I LOVE THIS SHOW!!!!

Australia Votes Yessss!

[samanthakdcamilleri · 9/10 · 9 October 2020]

Halfway through and loving the dynamic roles and storyline's. I am excited to see the potential directions writers will be going in Season Two and the positive dialogue this show will generate within the industry and for audiences. Well done, Canada!

A great new series.

[nancyldraper · 8/10 · 29 February 2020]

{Initial Impression} An excellent, quality production. Fine performances. Great writing, with real heart-pounding action. Not only is it a Canadian 🇨🇦 production, but it is set in Canada 🇨🇦 - the first is not unusual, the second is, yet I see a rise in the confidence that good productions, once proven, will be picked up by American and even International broadcasters, which will allow our productions to earn their keep. Based on this premiere, I give this series an 8 (great) out of 10. {Medical Drama}

Good beginning but...

[catrionabyers-03732 · 6/10 · 7 March 2020]

Good beginning, however are there no nurses working in this hospital? One thing that often puts people in healthcare off from watching these shows is that the doctors in them do all the work.

Very good show not a soap opera

[fetacrumbles · 10/10 · 24 October 2020]

I had it dvr'd and finally started watching. What a great show. I can't stop watching. This is real drama without having to deal with everyone sleeping with each other. Shows the trials and tribulations of living as a refugee. Shows the drama of an emergency room along with some personal issues. You find out the reasons patients are there more than just an injury. This is just a fresh look and a lot of good drama.

Touchy, interesting medical stories

[pietclausen · 7/10 · 3 May 2020]

When this series started, apprehension existed about the possible contents being political or biased in one way or another. Fortunately those fears were unfounded and the series developed into good and emotional stories which touch one's heart.

Difficulty must have been considered putting this series on the air, but rest assured that viewers watching it must be very pleased about their choice. It's a great watch!

Wow!

[stan_c · 9/10 · 8 September 2020]

I saw an ad for the show on MSNBC. It grabbed me so I watched E1 on Peacock tonight. It was better than I could have imagined. Lots of heart, great acting and interesting plot. I wish Peacock would drop all the episodes at once!! Thanks CTV.

Thankfully it's not another Grey's Anatomy, Chicago Med, etc. +EDIT

[Top_Dawg_Critic · 6/10 · 28 February 2020]

So far so good. Not your typical Hospital TV show, in fact, it's uniqueness and stellar performances by Hamza Haq and John Hannah kept me captivated.

I did however feel there was "too much" focus on racism - an not the real struggle, and I hope that fades away as the main focus of the show. There were some obvious plot and technical issues - why wouldn't he say he's looking for his sister to the cop from the start? What's up with Ayisha Issa's characters crappy attitude? Thus I hope the melodrama also gets toned down a bit by the writers so this show doesn't end up like another Grey's Anatomy or General Hospital.

The directing, cinematography and score were spot-on in creating and maintaining the tension. Casting was also great with convincible characters - unlike Saving Hope where some doctors looked 16 years old.

I'm certainly hooked to see where this show goes next, but as of now, it's a well deserved 8/10 from me.

EDIT 4/29/20: I've lost interest. Bashir's sister looks more like his daughter. The accents are clearly fake, unconvincing and annoying. The icing on the cake is still the annoying Ayisha Issa's acting or character, or both - I still can't tell. She has the angriest look and worst bedside manner I've seen from and doctors show. She is unconvincing as a doctor. Alcoholics can have a drink every time she smiles - they'll still be sober. The writing is getting less exciting and barely interesting. From 8/10 down to 6/10. Wont be watching any more episodes.

Good potential, but enough with the racial stereotypes

[heather-44812 · 5/10 · 2 September 2020]

Halfway through the pilot, and the thing I notice most is the magnification of racial stereotypes - which gets on my nerves.

• The bully white cop

• The good Middle Eastern man who is mistaken for a terrorist

• The cute while female doctor who is smarter than she is given credit.

bla bla bla

The story line has potential. I just hope they don't ruin it with the racial biases.

Keeps Getting Better

[sophia55 · 8/10 · 4 May 2020]

Transplant seems to be really hitting its stride, with each episode surpassing its predecessor in quality. Instead of focusing on bizarre and inaccurate medical situations to shock and entertain viewers, Transplant uses the setting of a hospital to tell unique and interesting stories about nuanced and realistic characters. It gives voices to the often under-represented, and tackles difficult and topical issues with ease.

YEA...please don't screw this show up.....POTENTIAL

[bmiller59 · 9/10 · 3 September 2020]

There have been so, so, so many medical/doctor shows and for the most part they all suck, need I mention them? Recently though a few have come out that are actually great (in my views.) This is one of them. So much going on, so much activity and it's all about medicine. LOVE IT!! New Amsterdam is one of the few and what sets it apart from the others is there is no relationship drama, just good old medical stuff.

Because this show is set in Toronto, it has the same exact looks and feel as Flashpoint which was filmed in Toronto as well. Another one of my favorites.

The initial scene had me wondering where this was going. It was obvious that Bashir has medical skills, but I thought from the military. Maybe so, hope we find out. Crazy beginning scene had me squeezing my hands and clenching the pillows on the couch.

The cinematography was awesome as the folks from the truck going thru the restaurant were attended to. I didn't get why Bashir didn't take ownership of the folks he assisted in the restaurant...then I got it. The tension of this was palpable.

I wanted to give it 10/10, but need to see where it goes, please don't let me down.

As I'm reading the posted reviews, I see that they are dated back in February of 2020, yet episode 1 premiered here just last night on 1 September...hmmmm, but it's OK.

Can not wait till episode 2..........don't let me down.

Must watch if you haven't seen it yet.

Don't miss a night of this new series!!

[kdbwheeler-27315 · 10/10 · 2 September 2020]

INCREDIBLE! Hospital scenes, personnel, patients and people that LOOK LIKE THE REAL DEAL!! Pay no attention to whiners, Folks. Series is refreshing with fab actors some of the audience may not be familiar with. These professionals enact each scene's story-lines to perfection for those seeking new perspectives in TV drama. Brilliantly crafted for North American audiences. Enjoy!!!

Excellent Pilot, could've been a movie

[lightheartedbeing · 8/10 · 28 February 2020]

Very exciting premier! Lots of action and drama, well acted. It's interesting the Syrian refugee aspect. Uncovering over time the particular jealousy, racism on the part of the competitive medical structure, distrust on that part of refugees from an incredibly unsafe oppressive background and regime, and how that leaves people will be interesting. The premier was good enough that I'll see where it goes. I liked the actors, the production was great. I like seeing Claire from Stargate Atlantis days have a good role here. I like John Hannah too. The lead actor was really good, conveying lots without a word. I hope it doesn't descend into another medical drama. We don't need the edge of the premier over and over either, but it was a really top notch beginning. I like the timliness of it. I don't think we have a good understanding of what's been going on in Syria and the US's hand in it, especially our abandonment and destruction of the balance of power we brought to yet another regime bent on destroying what threatens it's omnipotence. The human cost is very real. I could feel it in his desperation to get out to his person even while wounded and his fear of government authorities. I really enjoyed not knowing what he had wrapped up, what was driving him to get out even while at cross currents trying to help everyone. Here's hoping it remains compelling.

intense premier but trailed off fast

[phillip-ayscue-135-643247 · 7/10 · 2 September 2020]

Exceptional pilot episode (would have been infinitely better without token racist cop) but through six episodes, it is clear Hamza Haq far exceeds his fellow castmates. The "extras" (weekly overly dramatic patients) are just bad actors but the regulars have had some pretty sketchy performances. Hope we get to see Mr. Haq again soon in a better series.

The Best Medical Show on TV

[Lewis01-228-458550 · 10/10 · 16 November 2020]

If you like medicine than you must watch this TV series. Its all about the doctors servicing their patients, with great interactions between the cast. At the same time it focuses on the Syrian doctor, who has a younger sister living with him. It does not offshoot into long side stories, but does go back to Syria. If you follow medicine in the USA you will notice the difference in Canadian medicine where the patient is more important than profit is in the USA. Great cast and storyline.

The wrong actor

[Sam468 · 6/10 · 13 August 2021]

The show is good and the actor is talented, but it's like bringing a white actor trying to convince the viewers he's Chinese . At least use a Syrian, Lebanese, Jordanian, or even Turkish or Greek actor, that would've looked more realistic.

Exceptional medical drama

[MrsClark2010 · 10/10 · 30 December 2020]

I'm incredibly impressed by this series. I'm a critical care nurse, and often find medical dramas horribly inaccurate and poorly written. Transplant is well-written, and the cast is exceptional. I can't wait for more episodes!

Try harder

[ahmad-51172 · 6/10 · 7 May 2020]

I respect what you're doing but it seems a little bit cheesy and please and punch back situation is lame And Arabic is not spoken like that let alone the Syrian accent

Could not hear dialogue!

[tomboyd-84686 · 2/10 · 25 November 2020]

The producers of this show need to pay attention to the fact that the background music (tones) are so loud that you can't hear the dialogue. It is extremely irritating. The sound mixer needs to be fired. If they don't fix this, I won't watch again. Too bad. It looks like an OK series!

The one and only 'Hospital' series I ever cared to and was eager to watch all episodes.

[JohnRayPeterson · 10/10 · 19 September 2021]

First out of the box, the pilot episode grabs you and won't let you go. It has a perspective no other series of the genre has tackled before; I'm talking about the main character. It was a brilliant idea to begin with, given all the potential an ER doctor refugee with battle tested experience could bring. Dealing with moments of PTSD, his bond with young teen sister as they both lost their parents in the war, a war still raging in their homeland country. Then there's a cast of characters all rich with very relatable challenges of their own. I love the cast, from the mature John Hannah as the ER head doctor and director whose Scottish accent is as sympathetic as it is brutally honest.

The pace is just as you'd expect you'd get from life in an ER, hectic and dramatic, but not so dramatic that it lets you doubt it; no, it is most believable. I don't know how the combination of the writing and the directing could make a series of the genre so NOT soap opera like, more like a feature movie, but they've pulled it off here. If you are squeamish at the sight of a scalpel doing what those do, you will be turning your head away from the screen at times; it's that realistic. If you are an empathetic soul, you could likely find yourself shedding a tear from time to time; it's that captivating. Oh how this series surprised me; I couldn't wait for the next episodes and I can't wait for season two.

Dudes, please dont blow this one

[sheva030 · 8/10 · 28 February 2020]

So far its OK, for a "pilot" awesome even... The path is obvious - a little bit of PC for the refugees, suspicious law enforcement lurking around the corner, a frendly college or maybe even a suspiciously nice competition - all understandable. If the story keeps the employe drama on a DL, and crank up the medical aspect of the show - it can actually be a welcome refreshment from all the same old med/dramas that we are swapt with.... Truy it