Fox Renews Hit Medical Drama 'Best Medicine' for Season 2

The series based on 'Doc Martin' will return with 12 new episodes next year.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Fox has officially renewed its hit medical drama series 'Best Medicine' for a second season. The show, which is based on the British series 'Doc Martin', follows the story of Dr. Martin Best, a doctor who moves from a prestigious hospital in Boston to a private practice in the small town of Port Wenn, Maine. The first season premiered to strong viewership numbers, and the network has now ordered 12 new episodes for the 2026-2027 season.

Why it matters

The renewal of 'Best Medicine' is a positive sign for Fox, as the network looks to build on the success of the show's freshman season. Medical dramas have long been a staple of television, and 'Best Medicine' has managed to carve out a unique niche by blending the genre with elements of small-town life and the lead character's personal struggles.

The details

The series stars Josh Charles as Dr. Martin Best, along with Abigail Spencer, Josh Segarra, Cree, and Annie Potts in supporting roles. Several recurring cast members from Season 1 are also set to return, including Stephen Spinella, Jason Veasey, Carter Shimp, John DiMaggio, Clea Lewis, Michael Potts, Didi Conn, Ben Lewis Doherty, Cindy De La Cruz, Martin Clunes, and the canine Wattson. No official release date for Season 2 has been announced yet.

  • The first season of 'Best Medicine' premiered in 2025.
  • The second season is set to air during the 2026-2027 television season.

The players

Fox

The American television network that has ordered a second season of the hit medical drama series 'Best Medicine'.

Josh Charles

The lead actor who stars as Dr. Martin Best in the series.

Dominic Minghella

The creator of the original British series 'Doc Martin', which 'Best Medicine' is based on.

Liz Tuccilo

The developer who adapted the 'Doc Martin' series for the American market.

Port Wenn, Maine

The small town where the series is set, where Dr. Best has opened his private medical practice.

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What’s next

No official release date or information has been revealed for Season 2 of 'Best Medicine' as of now, but fans can likely expect the new episodes to premiere sometime in the 2026-2027 television season.

The takeaway

The renewal of 'Best Medicine' for a second season demonstrates Fox's confidence in the show's ability to continue attracting viewers and building on the success of its freshman run. The series' unique blend of medical drama and small-town charm has clearly resonated with audiences, and the network is betting that the show will only grow in popularity in the years to come.