A beloved medical sitcom from the 2000s, Scrubs, is gearing up for a possible reboot on ABC. According to recent reports, the show which originally aired from 2001 to 2010, is moving closer to having a pilot ordered. Scrubs followed the lives of several medical students as they navigated their training at Sacred Heart Hospital under the guidance of original characters like J.D. Dorian, Christopher Turk, Dr. Perry Cox, and Bob Kelso.
The revival is being spearheaded by Bill Lawrence, the show’s creator and executive producer, who has been seeking to bring this project to fruition for several months. So far, Zach Braff, who portrayed J.D., is confirmed to return, and discussions are ongoing with other key members of the original cast to join him. This effort aims to combine a revival with a fresh twist, featuring original characters while also introducing a new generation of surgical interns.
While specific plot details remain under wraps, there’s speculation that the storyline may explore the lives of J.D. and Turk 15 years after the original series concluded, particularly as J.D. had left Sacred Heart for a new opportunity closer to home.
As of now, fans of the series are eagerly awaiting further announcements regarding the cast and a potential premiere date. This reboot offers a chance to rekindle fond memories of the original while introducing a new audience to the unique blend of humor and heartfelt moments that made Scrubs a standout series.
With the nostalgia for 2000s television, this revival could resonate well with both longtime fans and newcomers alike, breathing new life into its cherished characters and storytelling.