Nip/Tuck
Overview
Dr. Sean McNamara and Dr. Christian Troy, two ambitious plastic surgeons, navigate the tumultuous waters of midlife crises while juggling the pressures of their careers, family dynamics, and romantic entanglements. As they push the boundaries of their profession, their personal lives unravel, revealing the complexities of ambition and desire. The series delves into the darker side of beauty and self-image, exploring the ethical dilemmas faced by the duo amid their quest for success and fulfillment. Amidst the glitz of Miami, their bond is tested as they confront the harsh realities of their choices.
Episodes
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1
Son of a Pilot
The latest addition to the nursing team, Julie, fails to instill much confidence in her colleagues. At the same time, Sandy is taken aback when she di...
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Pilot
Title: Pilot Plot: Longtime friends Sean, a dedicated family man, and Christian, a charismatic playboy, run a plastic surgery clinic together. Tensio...
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2
A Lesson in Life
A patient assists Julie in overcoming her fears, while Laverne persuades Sandy to agree to a date. Meanwhile, Gina works with a patient to facilitate ...
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2
Mandi/Randi
Twin sisters seek plastic surgery to create distinct looks from one another. Meanwhile, Sean decides to move out to embrace single life. In a misguide...
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3
Nanette Babcock
Sean and Julia are shocked to find that Matt has attempted to circumcise himself. Complicating matters, the business faces a lawsuit from a loyal clie...
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4
Sophia Lopez
Title: Sophia Lopez Plot: In this episode, two new characters shake things up for the unconventional surgical duo. Wallis Forsythe, portrayed by Patt...
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5
Kurt Dempsey
Title: Kurt Dempsey Plot: When an old flame resurfaces, Christian finds himself attending a sex addiction support group. Meanwhile, Sean and Julia fa...
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6
Megan O'Hara
Christian discovers that someone is defacing his belongings, prompting him to investigate who is responsible. Meanwhile, Sean is invigorated by the ar...
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7
Cliff Mantegna
Title: Cliff Mantegna Plot: Christian's struggles with Kristin intensify as his attraction to Julia comes to light. Meanwhile, Jude starts his intern...
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8
Cara Fitzgerald
Matt inadvertently hits Cara with Henry's car and reaches out to Sean for assistance when Cara's mother declines any medication or surgery due to her ...
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9
Sophia Lopez II
Title: Sophia Lopez II Plot: The hidden truths of Sean and Jude come to light, leading to unexpected tensions. Meanwhile, Merril proposes a tempting ...
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10
Adelle Coffin
Sean and Christian discover they must pass a test to keep their medical licenses. Meanwhile, Sean and Megan consult a doctor, only to find there's no ...
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11
Montana / Sassy / Justice
Title: Montana / Sassy / Justice Plot: Ms. Caine seeks surgery to eliminate her "cankles." Meanwhile, Sean and Julia continue to be at odds. Christia...
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12
Antonia Ramos
Sean and Christian reconnect with a longtime friend, while Julia forms a connection with Sofia Lopez. Meanwhile, tensions rise between Christian and G...
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13
Escobar Gallardo
Title: Escobar Gallardo Plot: Christian discovers that Kimber and Merril are now engaged. Meanwhile, Escobar manipulates the surgeons to fulfill his ...
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Erica Noughton
As Erica undergoes her facelift, Sean becomes overwhelmed and unable to proceed. Meanwhile, Christian is grappling with his own issues—he had a nigh...
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2
Christian Troy
After a mishap during a sexual encounter, Christian ends up with a broken nose and fears that Sean’s health issues will prevent him from performing ...
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3
Manya Mabika
Manya underwent "female circumcision" during her childhood and now seeks corrective surgery. Meanwhile, a man approaches for hair implants across his ...
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4
Mrs. Grubman
Title: Mrs. Grubman Plot: As Annie navigates the challenges of adolescence, her parents, Julia and Sean, confront their own struggles with growing ol...
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5
Joel Gideon
After being involved in a car accident caused by distracted driving, Sean finds himself hospitalized. This incident leaves him with a severe fear of d...
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6
Bobbi Broderick
Title: Bobbi Broderick Plot: Bobbi Broderick visits McNamara/Troy for liposuction in hopes of landing a position at Saks. During her consultation, sh...
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7
Naomi Gaines
After local model Naomi Gaines suffers a brutal attack by the assailant known as "The Carver," Sean steps up to perform her reconstructive surgery for...
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8
Agatha Ripp
Agatha Ripp arrives at McNamara/Troy, confessing to Sean and Christian that she faked having stigmata to gain acceptance from the church, admitting sh...
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9
Rose & Raven Rosenberg
Title: Rose & Raven Rosenberg Plot: Sean and Christian take on the complex task of separating conjoined twins. However, the situation becomes even mo...
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10
Kimber Henry
A man approaches Sean and Christian seeking breast implants in honor of his wife, who lost a breast to cancer. Initially, they hesitate to take on the...
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11
Natasha Charles
Natasha Charles, who is visually impaired, seeks treatment to enhance her appearance and overcome her blindness. As Christian spends time with her, he...
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12
Julia McNamara
Following Julia's accident, she turns to Sean and Christian for help in reconstructing her face. Initially hesitant, Sean ultimately agrees to the pro...
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13
Oona Wentworth
While their wealthy employer is away, the maids and staff throw a party and enlist a bargain plastic surgeon, Merrill Bobolit, to give them Botox. Unf...
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14
Trudy Nye
Sean and Christian work to reconstruct the facial injuries of a woman who has suffered at the hands of her husband. Meanwhile, Sean and Julia take the...
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15
Sean McNamara
Beauty can be a deceptive curse, obscuring the true nature of the monsters around us. A new victim of the Carver, a man who has suffered both rape a...
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16
Joan Rivers
Joan Rivers approaches Sean and Christian with a request to reverse all her plastic surgeries, hoping to set an example for her grandson Cooper about ...
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Momma Boone
Following Christian's brutal attack by Carver, Sean is forced to find a new partner to ensure the practice can continue. He faces a challenging surger...
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Kiki
Sean brings Quentin Costa on board for a six-month stint while Christian is recovering. Together, they utilize advanced laser technology to remove tat...
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3
Derek, Alex, and Gary
Matt's behavior is spiraling, prompting Sean, Julia, and Christian to search for a way to rein him in. Meanwhile, Quentin and Christian assist two stu...
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4
Rhea Reynolds
A woman seeks surgery to regain her youthful appearance in hopes of rekindling her Alzheimer’s-afflicted husband’s memories. Meanwhile, Christian ...
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5
Granville Trapp
Title: Granville Trapp Plot: Rhea Reynolds is discovered lifeless, seemingly a victim of foul play linked to the carver. Christian emerges as the mai...
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6
Frankenlaura
Title: Frankenlaura Plot: Sean and Christian explore a funeral home where a staff member has assembled a woman from various female cadavers. They per...
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7
Ben White
In search of purpose, Sean takes on the role of a surgeon for the Witness Protection Programme. Meanwhile, Christian faces a life-threatening situatio...
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8
Tommy Bolton
Title: Tommy Bolton Plot: Sean grapples with his growing attraction to Nikki Moretti. Meanwhile, Quentin pursues Julia, who is receptive to his advan...
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9
Hannah Tedesco
Title: Hannah Tedesco Plot: Christian and Quentin clash over the moral implications of a high-risk procedure that could elevate their standing in t...
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10
Madison Berg
Christian is plagued by lingering doubts regarding the upcoming wedding. Meanwhile, Gina attempts to persuade Kimber to reconsider her relationship wi...
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11
Abby Mays
After discovering that Quentin is in a relationship with Julia, Sean is determined to get him removed from the practice. Meanwhile, Christian appears ...
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12
Sal Perri
Title: Sal Perri Plot: In Miami, a plane tragically goes down moments after leaving the runway. Julia fears that her mother could be among the pass...
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13
Joy Kringle
Sean and Christian are conducting a micro-liposuction on Joy Kringle, who portrays Mrs. Claus during the holidays. Unexpectedly, they discover a seven...
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14
Cherry Peck
Title: Cherry Peck Plot: Christian discovers that Kimber didn’t leave him at the altar; instead, she was taken by the Carver. Quentin emerges as a ...
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15
Quentin Costa
Title: Quentin Costa Plot: The Carver targets a sorority home, revealing his true identity in the process. Meanwhile, Ariel's father abducts both Mat...
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Cindy Plumb
As Sean and Christian toast to a significant surgical achievement, the stability of McNamara/Troy hangs in the balance. Julia delivers heartbreaking n...
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Blu Mondae
Title: Blu Mondae Plot: Sean and Julia face a significant choice about their future child. Meanwhile, tensions rise between Christian and Sean as the...
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3
Monica Wilder
Sean and Julia are in search of a nanny. After Sean's secret desires come to light, he considers reaching out to Christian for help. However, Christia...
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4
Shari Noble
Shari Noble arrives at the clinic seeking reconstruction for her nipple, which her dog accidentally bit off, just in time for her husband’s return f...
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5
Dawn Budge
A lottery winner presents Christian with a life-changing sum of money, which he desperately needs due to James's blackmail. Meanwhile, Christian and S...
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6
Faith Wolper, PhD
Title: Faith Wolper, PhD Plot: Sean realizes that Monica Wilder is determined to stay in his life, refusing to back off. Meanwhile, Christian's thera...
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7
Burt Landau
Title: Burt Landau Plot: Dawn Budge requires a new ear after a traumatic incident. Meanwhile, Burt Landau, who recently experienced a stroke, seeks t...
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8
Conor McNamara
Mrs. Grubman returns, this time seeking Christian to perform surgery on her after her death. Meanwhile, Sean and Julia find themselves at odds regardi...
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9
Liz Cruz
Title: Liz Cruz Plot: Liz's girlfriend, Poppy, encourages her to undergo cosmetic enhancements. Meanwhile, James enlists Christian and Michelle to as...
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10
Merrill Bobolit
Recently released from prison, Dr. Merrill Bobolit seeks the expertise of Sean and Christian. He’s in need of their surgical skills for a facial pro...
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11
Conor McNamara, 2026
Title: Conor McNamara, 2026 Plot: In 2026, Conor takes the initiative to gather the entire family for a reunion. Meanwhile, Julia and Sean find their...
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12
Diana Lubey
Title: Diana Lubey Plot: Despite his uncertainties about sustaining a lasting relationship, Christian pops the question to Michelle. Meanwhile, a sol...
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13
Reefer
Title: Reefer Plot: Sean finds solace in alcohol during a lonely Christmas, far from his family. Meanwhile, Christian receives an unexpected surpri...
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14
Willy Ward
Sean devises a plan to sell his share of the practice. Meanwhile, Michelle's relationship with James comes to a close, although her ties to his boss r...
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15
Gala Gallardo
Title: Gala Gallardo Plot: Sean contemplates the possibility of offloading his ownership stakes in the practice to Christian and Michelle. However, M...
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Carly Summers
Title: Carly Summers Plot: Sean and Christian have moved their medical practice from Miami to Los Angeles, facing the challenge of rebuilding their...
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Joyce & Sharon Monroe
Sean and Christian discover the alluring aspects of celebrity life and the sacrifices many make to attain it. Meanwhile, Julia arrives in Los Angeles ...
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3
Everett Poe
Sean and Julia navigate the complexities of their evolving family relationship while Sean pushes back against Eden's flirtations. Meanwhile, Kate unve...
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4
Dawn Budge II
Dawn Budge finds herself facing a string of misfortunes as she turns to Sean and Christian for corrective surgery. Meanwhile, Annie and Eden begin to ...
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5
Chaz Darling
Title: Chaz Darling Plot: An encounter with a patient prompts Sean to rethink his connection with Kate, leading to a fresh path for their romance. Me...
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6
Damien Sands
Title: Damien Sands Plot: Envious of Sean's recent success and recognition, Christian persuades him to film a reality series that highlights their li...
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Dr. Joshua Lee
Sean seeks to rejuvenate his life by deepening his connection with Eden. Meanwhile, a shocking and distressing incident leads Julia to reevaluate her ...
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8
Duke Collins
Sean uncovers the hidden connection between Christian and Julia. Meanwhile, a recovering Matt develops a strong rapport with his rehabilitation counse...
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9
Rachel Ben Natan
Title: Rachel Ben Natan Plot: With Julia's condition deteriorating, Christian finds himself slipping into familiar vices. In a bid to spite Christian...
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10
Magda and Jeff
Sean's involvement with Hearts & Scalpels deepens when he secures an agent. Meanwhile, Christian grows wary and begins to doubt Gina's intentions behi...
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11
Kyle Ainge
Christian struggles to navigate his feelings following a recent loss. Meanwhile, Colleen becomes uneasy as she learns that another talent agency is vy...
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12
Lulu Grandiron
Eden turns to Sean for assistance after partnering with Kimber and Ram in their business venture. Meanwhile, a circle of affluent socialites enlists C...
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13
August Walden
Title: August Walden Plot: Sean confronts the harsh realities of the entertainment industry through the scrutiny of a biting television critic. Meanw...
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14
Candy Richards
Title: Candy Richards Plot: The McNamara/Troy family faces heartbreak when Julia uncovers the truth behind her declining health. A surprising guest f...
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15
Ronnie Chase
Following the assault by Colleen, Sean continues to grapple with the repercussions on both his body and his emotions. At the same time, Christian find...
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16
Gene Shelly
Following Kimber's rejection due to his surgery scars and the nausea from his chemotherapy, Christian turns to Liz for comfort, which unexpectedly lea...
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17
Roxy St. James
Sean grapples with his emotions for Julia, seeking clarity amidst his feelings. Meanwhile, Liz and Christian take a closer look at their relationship ...
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18
Ricky Wells
Matt feels jealousy as he witnesses the growing friendship between Sean and Raj. Meanwhile, Christian and Liz decide to rekindle their romance, giving...
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19
Manny Skerrit
Title: Manny Skerrit Plot: Aidan Stone, a struggling author, has penned a biopic about Sean and sees it as his ticket back to success. Meanwhile, Kim...
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20
Budi Sabri
Christian and Sean are focused on treating a man with severe facial injuries. At the same time, Sean is eager to connect with the new anesthesiologist...
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21
Allegra Caldarello
Christian makes the choice to bring Dr. Logan Taper on board at the practice. Meanwhile, Sean encounters an old client from Miami who is seeking plast...
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22
Giselle Blaylock & Legend Chandler
While Christian and Liz focus on their wedding preparations, Christian is simultaneously searching for a new cancer treatment. In another turn of even...
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Don Hoberman
At the start of Season 6, Christian has some important updates for Liz as the economic slump severely impacts McNamara/Troy. However, the guys may hav...
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Enigma
Struggling to catch some sleep, Sean ends up at a 24-hour diner before winding up in the emergency room. Meanwhile, Liz pursues Christian’s boat, pr...
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3
Briggitte Reinholt
Title: Briggitte Reinholt Plot: Sean takes a significant step without seeking advice from anyone. Meanwhile, a despondent Annie arrives in Los Angele...
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4
Jenny Juggs
Christian finds it difficult to connect with a patient who has serious anger-management challenges. Meanwhile, Sean and Christian discover how Matt is...
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5
Abigail Sullivan
As Matt's string of criminal activities begins to haunt him, Julia comes back from New York to support him during his recovery from surgery. Meanwhile...
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6
Alexis Stone
After tying the knot, Erica makes a bold move by threatening to gain custody of Annie and Connor. In response, Sean and Julia come together, showcasin...
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7
Alexis Stone II
Matt and Alexis Stone approach Christian with some unconventional surgical requests. Meanwhile, Erica uncovers a shocking secret about her new husband...
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8
Lola Wlodkowski
Title: Lola Wlodkowski Plot: During a medical appointment with Liz's acquaintance, Christian finds himself re-evaluating his connection with Kimber...
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9
Benny Nilsson
Christian finds himself in deep financial trouble, prompting him to resort to dishonest tactics. The arrival of an unforeseen guest brings about feeli...
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10
Wesley Clovis
Sean faces a significant ethical and moral challenge when McNamara/Troy is asked to conduct surgery on a prisoner. Meanwhile, Kimber grapples with the...
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Dan Daly
Title: Dan Daly Plot: After Sean and Christian are honored with a distinguished accolade from their university, Sean is transported back to their col...
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Willow Banks
Christian declines to operate on a model aiming for a drastic transformation of her appearance. Meanwhile, a new patient, who has just emerged from a ...
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3
Joel Seabrook
Title: Joel Seabrook Plot: After a botched suicide attempt, a patient arrives hoping to undergo facial reconstruction. In an effort to rekindle their...
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4
Sheila Carlton
Christian faces a moral dilemma when Kimber's mother, Brandy, comes to Los Angeles. Meanwhile, Sean is busy getting ready for his journey to Africa, b...
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5
Virginia Hayes
Title: Virginia Hayes Plot: The daughter of the late Escobar Gallardo approaches Sean and Christian, desperately seeking the truth about her father, ...
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6
Dr. Griffin
Title: Dr. Griffin Plot: As Sean and Christian embark on their joint therapy journey, hidden truths come to light, and old wounds are revisited. Mean...
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7
Christian Troy II
Title: Christian Troy II Plot: Worried that cosmetic procedures are falling out of fashion, Sean and Christian devise an innovative strategy to promo...
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8
Edith and Walter Krieger
Title: Edith and Walter Krieger Plot: Julia travels to Los Angeles to meet with Sean and Christian, bringing significant news that will alter her lif...
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9
Hiro Yoshimura
Title: Hiro Yoshimura Plot: Sean and Christian take a moment to evaluate their bond. They also assist an elderly Japanese man by erasing a prominent ...
