Well, that escalated quickly. “Doctor Odyssey,” ABC’s medical dramedy with a cruise ship setting, usually keeps things light and breezy, with the occasional bout of seasickness. But this week’s episode, “I Always Cry at Weddings,” took a decidedly darker turn, swapping champagne flutes for tear-stained tissues and culminating in a shocking three-way between the show’s central trio.
The episode opens with the usual pre-wedding chaos aboard The Odyssey. This time, it’s not just cold feet; it’s a full-blown ringworm outbreak threatening to derail the nuptials. Amidst the contagious chaos, the groom, Eric, exhibits signs of a deeper struggle, ultimately leading to his tragic suicide.
This sombre event prompts Avery, Max, and Tristan to confront their own mortality, each creating a bucket list of unfulfilled desires. Avery’s list includes a wish to perform, leading viewers to speculate about a potential musical number from Phillipa Soo later this season.
Perhaps seeking solace or simply throwing caution to the wind, Avery, Max, and Tristan find themselves entangled in an unexpected three-way. While the show has hinted at romantic tension within the group, this development dramatically reshapes the core relationships, raising questions about the trio’s future. Will this steamy encounter strengthen their bond or tear them apart? Only time (and future episodes) will tell.
Doctor Odyssey: I Always Cry at Weddings (Season 1, Episode 6) aired Thursday, November 7, 2024, at 9/8c on ABC.
