The Knick — Season 2
The familiar hum of the downtown hospital is fading as its future hangs in the balance. Facing dwindling patient numbers, a critical shortage of high-profile cases, and some tough financial realities, the board has made the difficult call to relocate uptown. This seismic shift isn't just about bricks and mortar; it’s sending ripples through everyone’s lives – forcing doctors and staff to navigate not only the upheaval of a new facility but also deeply personal struggles alongside their demanding careers.
The hospital prepared for its relocation to the city's upper district. Meanwhile, Dr. Edwards pursued the opportunity to become the permanent chief of surgery, and Dr. Gallinger journeyed to Cromartie Hospital with the hope of persuading Dr…
Dr. Thackery seeks a return to The Knick, a proposition met with disapproval from the board. Cornelia enlists Cleary in a delicate task, though one that demands a price. Robertson champions a new subway project, while Barrow’s actions infla…
Thackery asks Edwards to assist him in exploring a novel idea. Following a rejection of Robertson's courtship at The Knick, Lucy discovers that unburdening oneself is not always a path to peace. Genevieve Everidge, a young journalist, pursu…
As Abby's health declined, Thackery found himself compelled to experiment with his experimental syphilis treatment. Edwards confessed the truth to Opal, though the revelation did not elicit the reaction he anticipated. Cleary made a final, …
The subway explosion brought a surge of patients to The Knick, yet the hospital operated with scant room for profit. Haunted by Henry's presence, Lucy heeded counsel from one of Ping Wu’s associates. An unfortunate incident involving an add…
Torn by a dilemma, Bertie resolves to intervene directly at Mt. Sinai, seeking Algernon’s assistance. Thackery explores the potential of hypnosis, and finds himself intrigued by a pair of conjoined twins. Lucy petitions Henry for an invitat…
A tremor of apprehension running through him, Thackery prepared to undertake the delicate task of separating Zoya and Nika before a large assembly. Cornelia, having received an unexpected gift from her father-in-law, then made an appearance…
In the somber confines of the inebriation ward, Thackery experiments with a novel remedy. Brockhurst insists upon the return of his charges, while the complexities of Gallinger and his wife’s union, alongside Bertie's evolving connection wi…
The bond between Thackery and Captain Robertson is explored, alongside the circumstances of the doctor's arrival at the Knickerbocker Hospital. Tensions between Edwards and Gallinger escalate following a medical board hearing concerning Gal…
At Mount Sinai, Thackery disregards Zinberg’s counsel, instead pursuing a perilous path of his own devising. Meanwhile, Cornelia presses Henry for an honest reckoning regarding the family enterprise. Questions arise concerning Barrow's cond…
