Doctor Odyssey, the newest medical comedy by ABC, features a strong and talented ensemble cast led by Joshua Jackson. Created by Ryan Murphy, Doctor Odyssey is a comedic medical drama set on a luxury cruise ship that will show the small cast as they deal with medical emergencies while being hundreds of miles away from land. Joshua Jackson will play the lead doctor in the series, Dr. Max.

The Doctor Odyssey trailer teased what to expect on the show, and it seems like the new medical drama will not be something to miss. The comedy will follow the charming Dr. Max as he deals with both medical crises and following his heart. The latest show by Ryan Murphy puts a spin on things by being set on a cruise ship and featuring a small cast that is forced to remain close to each other due to the nature of their work.

Joshua Jackson as Dr. Max

Date of Birth: June 11, 1978

• Active Since: 1991

Actor: Jackson was born in 1978 in Vancouver and has been an active actor since 1991. Jackson's first break-out role was in the popular children's comedy, The Mighty Ducks in 1992. Jackson has been a prominent actor since then and has appeared in a variety of dramas and comedies in both movies and television. His best-known role was in Dawson's Creek, where he played Pacey Witter, the love interest to Katie Holmes' Joey Potter. Jackson has also appeared in more serious roles, such as Peter in Fringe and Blaine in Cruel Intentions.

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Character: Jackson will play the new on-board doctor on Doctor Odyssey's cruise ship. His character, Dr. Max, is described as charming and as someone who goes after what he wants. His character is notably different from his role as Dawson's Creek, but both characters are incredibly charming. As a result, Jackson will likely use his experience playing charming and likable characters to bring Dr. Max alive on the show.

Don Johnson as Captain Robert Massey

Date Of Birth: December 15, 1949

• Active Since: 1969

Actor: Don Johnson was born in 1949 in Missouri and has been an active actor since 1969. Johnson's breakout role was Sonny Crockett in Miami Vice, where he played an undercover police detective for six years. After Johnson rose to international stardom with Miami Vice, he went on to play the inspector Nash Bridges in Nash Bridges. Beyond his experience in television, Johnson also had notable roles in several movies, including Book Club, where he played Arthur, and Knives Out, where he portrayed Richard Drysdale. Johnson has won several awards for his roles, including several Golden Globes.

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Character: In Doctor Odyssey, Johnson will play Captain Robert Massey. He will play the cruise ship's captain. As a major character, Johnson's Captain Robert Massey is just one of many interesting personalities in the cast.

Phillipa Soo as Nurse Avery Morgan

Date Of Birth: May 31, 1990

• Active Since: 2013

Actor: Phillipa Soo was born in 1990 in Illinois and has been an active actor since 2012. She started off performing on Broadway and Soo's breakout role was Eliza Hamilton in the Broadway play Hamilton, which was later filmed for television. While Soo has mostly appeared in theater performances, she has had a few appearances in movies and television, including Lieutenant Harper Li in The Code and Emma Blair in One True Loves. For her captivating voice and talent, Soo has won several awards and has even been awarded two Grammys during her career so far.

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Character: Phillipa Soo will play Nurse Avery Morgan. She will the star-studded cast as one of the medical professionals on the small medical team on the cruise ship in Doctor Odyssey. Avery is a nurse who has been working on cruise lines for several years, so she will be used to the stress of the job. There is no doubt that Soo's talent will shine through her role.

Sean Teale as Nurse Tristan Silva

Date Of Birth: June 18, 1992

• Active Since: 2010

Actor: Sean Teale was born in 1992 in London and has been an active actor since 2010. Teale rose to prominence through his role as Nick Levan in the TV show Skins. Teale has also appeared in regular roles in both Mr. Selfridge, where he played Franco, and Reign, where he played Louis de Bourbon. Beyond TV series, Teale has also had significant roles in movies. His most popular roles have been Alvin Murdock in Survivor and Dario in Rosaline, a modern adaptation of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. His latest role has been RJ in Mother Of The Bride.

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Character: Sean Teale will play Nurse Tristan. Tristan will work alongside Nurse Avery to aid Dr. Max with the medical problems that arise on board. Tristan is a lower rank than Soo's character, Avery, but the two will often share their workload.

Doctor Odyssey ing Cast and Characters

The ing Cast Features Several Talented Actors

Michelle Nuñez: Michelle Nuñez is one of several ing characters to look forward to in Doctor Odyssey. Nuñez is best known for her roles as Elena Flores in The Rookie: Feds and Zane in Ruthless. She will appear alongside the cast in Doctor Odyssey.

Mason Trueblood: Mason Trueblood will play a dancer in Doctor Odyssey. He is best known for his role as Colin in Dear White People. While he has appeared in both movies and series, Trueblood is mainly known for his roles on television.

Shania Twain: Shania Twain is best known for her experience as a singer and songwriter, but she has also appeared in several movies and television series. Her most notable acting role is her role in I Heart Huckabees. The Doctor Odyssey trailer has teased her appearance in the medical drama.