Scott Wolf’s Return as ‘Doc’: Executive Producers Reveal Richard Miller’s Unexpected Comeback in Westside Season 2
Scott Wolf Returns as Dr. Richard Miller in Doc Season 2: A Medical Drama’s Intriguing Plot Twist
In a captivating development for fans of the popular medical drama Doc, Scott Wolf will reprise his role as Dr. Richard Miller, a character who embodies both villainy and deep parental love. Throughout Season 1, viewers witnessed Miller’s stark transformation—from a ruthless individual willing to ruin Amy (played by Molly Parker) to a devoted father desperate to protect his ailing son. As the series progresses, the stakes rise following Miller’s job loss at the Westside Hospital in the Season 1 finale.
Exciting Comeback and Directorial Debut
Scott Wolf’s return promises to be a significant highlight in the upcoming episodes of Doc, where he is set to engage in a multi-episode guest arc this season. Furthermore, Wolf will take on the role of director for an episode scheduled to air in early 2026. According to Doc’s co-showrunners and executive producers, Barbie Kligman and Hank Steinberg, Miller’s firing was never intended to be the end of his story.
“We always knew when Richard got fired that would never be the last of him,” they remarked, indicating an unexpected and intriguing storyline for the character. “But no one expected him to come back to Westside like this—least of all Amy.”
Meet the Ensemble Cast of Doc Season 2
Doc Season 2 features a robust ensemble cast, including:
- Molly Parker as Dr. Amy Larsen
- Omar Metwally as Dr. Michael Hamda
- Amirah Vann as Dr. Gina Walker
- Jon Ecker as Dr. Jake Heller
- Anya Banerjee as Dr. Sonya Maitra
- Patrick Walker as Dr. Theodore “TJ” Coleman
- Charlotte Fountain-Jardim as Katie Hamda
- Felicity Huffman as Dr. Joan Ridley (joining the cast)
Also returning is Emma Pfizer Price as Hannah, adding depth to the storyline as the series unfolds.
Renewed Success for Doc: What Lies Ahead?
After a successful first season, the show has been renewed for a 22-episode second season, produced by Sony Pictures TV and Fox Entertainment. Scott Wolf, renowned for his role in Fox’s Party of Five, was a key actor in all 10 episodes of the first season, captivating audiences with his compelling performance.
The anticipation for Doc Season 2 is building as fans eagerly await the unfolding drama and the mysterious return of Dr. Richard Miller. Stay tuned for more updates as the season progresses, and discover how these characters navigate the complexities of their professional and personal lives. El-Balad remains committed to bringing you the latest news and insights from the world of entertainment.
