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New Amsterdam S4E6 — Laughter and Hope and A Sock In the Eye
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New Amsterdam•Season 4•Episode 6

Laughter and Hope and A Sock In the Eye

8.2/10 · 524 votesOct 26, 202143 min

Ranked #2 of 22 in Season 4•+0.5 vs season avg

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Dr. Reynolds and Dr. Malvo have a heart-to-heart with Dr. Baptiste. Max learns a little more about Sharpe when someone from her past resurfaces. Iggy plays referee between two young patients and their families. Dr. Wilder reconsiders Max’s offer to join the staff.

Directed byDarnell Martin
Written byLaura Valdivia
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Episode Summary

"Laughter and Hope and A Sock In the Eye" is episode 6 of New Amsterdam season 4. It scored 8.2/10 from 524 votes, ranking #2 of 22 episodes this season (season average 7.7). Directed by Darnell Martin and written by Laura Valdivia, it aired on October 26, 2021.

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