Owen Hunt

Major (Ret.) Owen Hunt, M.D., F.A.C.S., is a fictional character from the medical drama television series Grey's Anatomy, which airs on the American Broadcasting Company (ABC) in the United States. The character was created by series' producer Shonda Rhimes, and is portrayed by Scottish actor Kevin McKidd. He was introduced in Season 5 as a U.S. Army trauma surgeon who served in war-torn Iraq, and subsequently joins the fictional Seattle Grace Hospital to teach medicine as a surgical attending, head of trauma surgery, and eventual chief of surgery, sometimes utilizing unconventional methods. Originally contracted to appear for a multi-episode story arc, he was upgraded to a series regular at the conclusion of his first appearance. Hunt served as a love interest for surgical fellow Cristina Yang (Sandra Oh) and had an unstable personality when first introduced, suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). McKidd's on-screen chemistry with Oh received critical acclaim, with Matt Roush of TV Guide calling the "instant sparks" between McKidd and Oh "electrifying". Chris Monfette of IGN praised the addition of "fresh, new characters" like Owen Hunt.