About Doogie Kamealoha, M.D.

"Doogie Kamealoha, M.D." is a 2021 Disney+ reboot of the classic medical drama, "Doogie Howser, M.D." This fresh take follows Lahela "Doogie" Kamealoha, a prodigy who juggles a budding medical career and life as a teenager. Splitting her challenging path between the hospital, where she holds an impressive job, and her beloved family in Hawaii, Lahela encounters challenges and triumphs like any other teenager.

Making / Production

The series is produced by Steven Bochco and David E. Kelley, creators of the original show, and Courtney A. Kemp. The production beautifully captures the spirit of modern Hawaii with its vibrant and lush cinematography. Kourtney Kang serves as the executive producer and writer for the series, injecting her experience of growing up in a mixed-race family in the suburbs of Philadelphia.

Actors

• Peyton Elizabeth Lee as Lahela "Doogie" Kamealoha: The spunky and fiercely intelligent main character, played with youthful energy and charm by Lee.
• Kathleen Rose Perkins as Dr. Clara Hannon: Lahela's supportive and determined mother, brought to life by Perkins' warm and nuanced performance.
• Jason Scott Lee as Benny Kamealoha: Lahela's loving father, portrayed with humor and depth by Jason Scott Lee.
• Matthew Sato as Kai Kamealoha: Lahela's protective older brother, a role played with sincerity by Sato.
• Wes Tian as Brian Patrick Kamealoha: Lahela's younger brother, a fun and lively character delivered by Tian.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This series is a gender-swapped reboot of the original "Doogie Howser, M.D.", with a female lead.
• The series is set in Oahu, Hawaii - a departure from the original series set in Los Angeles.
• The title character's real first name, Lahela, is the Hawaiian form of Rachel.

Quotes

• "I'm only 16, and I'm still a kid." - Lahela "Doogie" Kamealoha
• "You're not like other kids. You're Doogie." - Dr. Clara Hannon

Music, Soundtrack

• The series features a mix of popular music and original scores, reflecting the local Hawaiian culture.