You get the muted, blue-tinted hallways of Princeton-Plainsboro. You get Lisa Edelstein as ... sorry, Cuddy , actually being a formidable Dean of Medicine rather than just a love interest. You get Hugh Laurie hiding his British accent so well you forget he isn't from Michigan.
One of the key themes of the first season is House's struggles with his own physical limitations. He is confined to a wheelchair due to muscle dystrophy and often uses his condition to manipulate those around him. His bitter and sarcastic demeanor hides a deep sense of vulnerability, which is gradually revealed throughout the season. house md season 1
While many episodes are self-contained, Season 1 features two significant overarching narratives: You get the muted