SkyMed Season 2

The second season of SkyMed launches into a world of thrilling new challenges and captivating drama! I’m excited to share my thoughts with you. 

While the initial season of the Canadian medical series was enjoyable, the second season represents an improvement that adeptly balances entertainment with dramatic elements. Although it does not reach the caliber of other esteemed medical dramas such as ER, such quality is rare. Nonetheless, SkyMed presents straightforward narrative storytelling, relatable characters, and engaging emergency call scenarios that compelled me to binge-watch the entirety of the second season. 

For example, this season, Hayley (Natasha Calis) returns to SkyMed after having a medical procedure. Still, later in the season, she deals again with her past and even starts a relationship. Crystal (Morgan Holmstrom) deals with balancing being a flight medic and the first Indigenous med student in her class while understanding the meaning of family history.  Not to mention the return of one of their own in a surprising way, the drama relationship between Nowak (Thomas Elms) and Tristan (Kheon Clarke) goes on a rollercoaster, and Lexi deals with a new promotion and a new relationship. 

The stories are compelling at times, like in "Code Silver," where Hayley and Crystal are held hostage to care for a mother whose daughter is dying unless she gets a transplant. We see Hayley trying to reason with the daughter and discuss her struggles. In "Before Sunrise, After Sunset," the team at SkyMed deals with an inquiry about the death of a patient and experiences the problematic moment of Hayley trying to save a mother and daughter from an accident. 

But some hit too close to the nose with the storytelling, as the dialogue is a bit repetitive sometimes, with moments during emergencies or like giving a PSA moment about not letting a child open anything without an adult. And sometimes, it can get predictable. It's a downfall, but it doesn't take too much away from enjoying the season. 

Calis and Holmstrom have performed well this season, making me want to award them the MVP. The one thing I really enjoyed watching was Aaron Ashmore, who improved from the first season. Sydney Kuhne's addition as Stef is an excellent addition to the cast. 

SkyMed Season Two presents a commendable series characterized by action, entertainment, and engaging drama. Witnessing a group of individuals participating in volleyball is rare amidst snow. While it may not align with traditional medical dramas such as "ER" or "Casualty," it bears more resemblance to productions like "Transplant," "Nurses," and "Grey's Anatomy," which is not necessarily a disadvantage. I have developed a genuine attachment to these characters and eagerly anticipate the developments in Season Three, particularly regarding the potential departure of one of the members. 

Overall, I give Season Two an 8/10.

Have you seen SkyMed? What do you think of the series, and are you looking forward to Season 3? Leave a comment below. 

You can catch SkyMed, which is available to watch on Paramount+.