Wilson (30 Nov. 2009)

When an old friend and former patient of Wilson's exhibits paralysis in his right arm, Wilson puts himself on the case. House wagers Wilson that the patient's symptoms are attributed to new... See full summary »

Director:

Lesli Linka Glatter

Writers:

David Shore (creator), David Foster

Stars:

Hugh Laurie, Lisa Edelstein, Omar Epps

Cast

Episode cast overview, first billed only:
Hugh Laurie	...	Dr. Gregory House
Lisa Edelstein	...	Dr. Lisa Cuddy
Omar Epps	...	Dr. Eric Foreman
Robert Sean Leonard	...	Dr. James Wilson
Jennifer Morrison	...	Dr. Allison Cameron (credit only)
Jesse Spencer	...	Dr. Robert Chase
Peter Jacobson	...	Dr. Chris Taub
Olivia Wilde	...	Dr. Remy 'Thirteen' Hadley
Joshua Malina	...	Tucker
Katherine LaNasa	...	Melissa
Marnette Patterson	...	Ashley
Christina Vidal	...	Sandy
Willie C. Carpenter	...	Del
Jessica Whitaker	...	Emily
Marisa Tayui	...	Aikoa Tanaka

Storyline

When an old friend and former patient of Wilson's exhibits paralysis in his right arm, Wilson puts himself on the case. House wagers Wilson that the patient's symptoms are attributed to new cancer cells. Wilson accepts even though he is reluctant to believe the cancer has returned. With the help of the team, Wilson works to diagnose the patient more optimistic results, but when things take a turn for the worse, Wilson must address his inability to separate patient from friend. Meanwhile, Cuddy seeks advice in her search for real estate.

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Plot Keywords:

paralysis | cold sore | pump action shotgun | organ donor | chemotherapy | 

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Genres:

Drama | Mystery

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Certificate:

TV-14

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English Spanish

Release Date:

30 November 2009 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Stage 10, 20th Century Fox Studios - 10201 Pico Blvd., Century City, Los Angeles, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Heel & Toe Films, Shore Z Productions, Bad Hat Harry Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

60 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.78 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

According to the commentary, it was Hugh Laurie's idea for House to be playing George Michael's "Faith" at the beginning of the episode.

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Goofs

While hunting, Wilson's patient (Tucker) falls to the ground clutching his left arm. However, House says the patient has "right arm paralysis". Later, Wilson confirms the left arm paralysis.

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Quotes

Dr. Gregory House: Disappointment is anger for wimps.

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Connections

References The Odd Couple (1968)

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Soundtracks

"A Slow Parade"
(uncredited)
Performed by A.A. Bondy
(plays as Wilson asks House to attend his surgery)

User Reviews

best one all season

you know it's hard to see house going anywhere with a story especially after having watched the previous episode which focused more on houses necessity to be vindictive rather than the patient itself. which brings me to the point that the writers have got the show back on track with this truly engaging episode that i thought was the best i've seen all season for its unique approach for the first time(watch it to see what i mean) and its focus more on the case than on the personal issues of the characters of the show. i know now that my worries about house md becoming a soap opera are unfounded and that the MD in house MD is indeed necessary to be there instead of the show becomes "the life and lies of gregory house". big thumbs up, i hope it goes like this for the rest of the season, and once again robert sean leonard proved that even if hes a supporting actor he can truly act and act he does, making us love Wilson the character even more and lending it more focus and elaboration than previously imagined.