Freddie Highmore and David Shore reunite for their first project together since "The Good Doctor" ended its seven-season run on ABC. The pair are developing "I'm Not Here to Hurt You," a new drama series for Crave, the Canadian streaming service owned by Bell Media. Sony Pictures Television serves as the distributor for U.S. and international markets, with Blink49 Studios producing alongside SPT.
Shore created and executive produces the series. Highmore, who starred as autistic surgeon Dr. Shaun Murphy throughout "The Good Doctor's" entire run, takes on an unspecified role. The collaboration marks a significant reunion in prestige television, where Shore established himself as a skilled showrunner across multiple networks and platforms. His previous credits include stints on "House" and "The Good Doctor," both shows that built loyal audiences through character-driven storytelling and medical procedural elements.
Crave's commitment to the project reflects the streaming service's continued investment in original drama content aimed at North American audiences. The Canadian broadcaster has increasingly partnered with major studios like Sony to develop prestige series that compete in an oversaturated streaming marketplace. This deal positions "I'm Not Here to Hurt You" as a tentpole title for Crave's 2024-2025 slate.
The reuniting of Shore and Highmore carries particular resonance for fans of "The Good Doctor," which concluded in 2024 after establishing Highmore as a leading dramatic actor. His performance earned consistent critical praise and multiple award nominations throughout the show's run. Shore's decision to bring Highmore into this new venture signals confidence in their creative partnership and suggests the script may showcase similar character depth that defined their previous collaboration.
Details about the plot, additional cast, and production timeline remain under wraps. The series enters development amid heightened competition in the streaming drama space, where established creative teams like Shore command substantial resources and platform support.