Is After School Doctor coming back?

After School Doctor ended on September 24, 2025, on NTV.

This drama series, which premiered on October 12, 2024, was set in an elementary school and centered around Dr. Makino, a blunt and often irritable pediatrician. The show depicted his unconventional approach to school medicine, where he used his sharp observation skills to identify and help students with unspoken issues. Throughout the series, Dr. Makino’s interactions with children, teachers, and parents revealed the emotional and human side of school health care.

The show was a human drama featuring a cast of characters involved in the lives of elementary school students and staff. Dr. Makino, characterized by his disheveled hair and sullen demeanor, was known for his no-nonsense attitude and big attitude. The series consisted of one season with 10 episodes, each approximately 54 minutes long. It showcased his efforts to detect anomalies among children and provide support, often saving students and their families from difficult situations.