Doc Season 2: Scott Wolf confirmed to return as Richard Miller, details explored 

Scott Wolf is formally returning in Doc Season 2 as Dr. Richard Miller. And here is the catch: he is not coming by to make a brief call. Wolf will feature in a multi-episode guest arc and he is going behind the camera to direct one episode as well.

It is a two-fold victory: not only does the audience enjoy Richard back in the hospital drama, but Wolf also contributes to the look and feel of the show's narrative. His comeback has been described to be very surprising by insiders and this can be said to be a hint of something big on behalf of the producers.

Richard, after all, bowed out of the show with grand style as the previous season of Doc ended and audiences are now left to wonder, how will the writers revive the character, and what sort of upheaval is in the offing?

How Scott Wolf’s Dr. Richard Miller might be back on Doc Season 2

It is a risky move to reintroduce Dr. Richard Miller after his big and messy exit in Doc Season 1. It might simply sound forced, but the Doc team appears to want to go in a smarter and more exciting direction. The producers have assured that his comeback will have a shocking twist, and the writers will not simply have him saunter back like nothing happened.

Creator of Doc, Barbie Kligman told TheWrap:

“When we originally conceived the role it was a one-season role, but I’m hopeful that we will see Dr. Miller again. I can’t tell you more than that.”

Rather, he might be coming back as part of something bigger, perhaps an ethical problem, a medical emergency or even a legal hitch that draws him back to Westside. Because he is getting a multi-episode arc in Doc Season 2, the show will have plenty of time to explore his story. It is safe to say that viewers can count on the gradual buildup, confrontations and emotional scenes that can be linked to Richard and his prior errors.

If it is done right, Richard’s comeback will not be mere fan service. It may increase the emotional stakes for Amy and the rest of the team and make his returns dramatic and meaningful.

Scott to act and direct in Doc Season 2

Scott Wolf will not be only acting in Doc Season 2, he will be directing an episode as well. That is huge because when the actors are behind the camera, they tend to have a more profound insight of the characters and the tone of the show. Being already familiar with Doc’s world and his role as Richard Miller, Wolf is completely familiar with the territory.

His new position also demonstrates the high level of trust the producers have in him. Allowing a returning guest star to direct would imply that the staff appreciates his vision and input. On screen, this can define Richard's story in exciting ways through the way scenes are framed, and the way emotional scenes are paced.

Other than the creative aspect, Wolf directing a Doc episode gives the show an additional buzz. When an actor with great popularity assumes the two jobs, fans and the industry follow it keenly. His directed episode will presumably be shot at the beginning of next year.

What to expect

If you liked the emotional drama and chaotic twists of Doc Season 1, the reintroduction of Richard in Doc Season 2 will shake things up even further.

You can watch out for three important things: the first being the fact that Richard's comeback will not only be about him, but about Amy's struggles as well. He is like a mirror to Amy, that she cannot run away from. Having him around might even drive her to make difficult decisions she has been avoiding, which translates to personal disharmony. Second, you could anticipate new friendships, the reemergence of old tensions and staff taking sides. This allows other characters to have more room to develop and surprise us.

And finally, the big mystery is the way in which Richard comes back. The creators have hinted at a twist to the story, and so be on the lookout for sly antics: there could be flashbacks, a court case, or even a dramatic medical crisis.

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