The Best Worst Thing — Season 1, Episode 2: Episode 2
Drama • 30 min • 1 season, 8 episodes • ★ 9.0/10
Episode synopsis
Amalia performs surgery on Micah, who continues to hide his condition from the public and his daughters. But when rumors of marital strife are about to break, he makes the brave decision to come forward and reveal he is a man who has "girl cancer". Meanwhile, Adi's comedy act, in which she fakes being a cancer patient, gains surprising success, and Amalia's teenage daughter, Ella, finds out she's pregnant. Despite being a surgeon accustomed to making life-or-death decisions for others, Amalia struggles with her own treatment, repeatedly rescheduling her operation. Finally, her family confronts her, with her ex-husband Amir providing the clearest perspective, nudging her towards a decision that would not only impact her life but the lives of those she holds dear.
About The Best Worst Thing
The love story between Dr. Amalia Levy, a renowned breast cancer surgeon, and her patient, Micah Hadad, a promising young politician, starts when the two of them discover, on the very same day, that they have cancer. Breast cancer. So, this isn't quite love at first sight but more love at first lump. As they each grapple with the aftermath of the diagnosis and treatment, and its impact on their professional lives and family dynamics, they find solace in their shared poignant moments, and realize that the worst thing that ever happened to them is also the best thing to happen to them.