New Television Series Spotlight: "Emily Owens, M.D."

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Television's newest medical drama (with a healthy dose of humor), Emily Owens, M.D., premieres tonight at 9:00pm ET, on The CW. Mamie Gummer (Off the Map) portrays the title character, a first year intern at Denver Memorial Hospital. Emily wastes no time becoming integrated with her new co-workers and supervisors, but does not necessarily make a good first impression on everyone. She is familiar with two hospital employees who she met at medical school; a frenemy, Cassandra (Aja Naomi King), and a former would-be boyfriend, Will (Smallville's Justin Hartley). Emily Owens, M.D. has a very contemporary feel and early episodes feature solid writing and a fine performance from Gummer, who assumes her lead duties with ease. The elements are present to build a quality series, but time will tell if the show can maintain its consistency. For now, I am on board.