Zach Braff to join medical sitcom 'Scrubs' reboot

ANI May 22, 2025 458 views

Zach Braff is officially returning as JD for ABC's Scrubs reboot. Original creator Bill Lawrence will executive produce, though full casting details remain unconfirmed. The beloved medical sitcom originally ran for nine seasons across NBC and ABC. Braff’s return marks the first major casting news for the revival.

"Lawrence, Braff and other Scrubs cast have discussed the idea of a reboot for years." – Variety
Zach Braff to join medical sitcom 'Scrubs' reboot
Washington DC, May 22: Actor Zach Braff is on board to reprise his popular role of JD in a reboot of 'Scrubs' which is currently in development at ABC, reported Variety.

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Zach Braff to return as JD in ABC's Scrubs revival

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Original creator Bill Lawrence executive producing

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Reboot discussions ongoing since 2023

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Original cast members may join

The reboot of this popular medical sitcom was reported to be in early development in December, with original series creator Bill Lawrence serving as an executive producer rather than director.

As per Variety, Lawrence, Braff and other 'Scrubs' have discussed the idea of a reboot for years. While working on 'Scrubs' at Disney-owned 20th Television, Lawrence remains under his deal at WBTV, where he produces the Apple TV+ comedy series 'Shrinking,' 'Ted Lasso', and 'Bad Monkey.'

'Scrubs' premiered in 2001 on NBC and aired the series for seven seasons before being cancelled.

It was then renewed by ABC for an eighth season, which was planned to be the last instalment in the series.

Despite the initial plans, the makers later greenlit a ninth season subtitled 'Scrubs: Med School' in which only actors John C McGinley and Donald Faison stayed on as series regulars, reported Variety.

Braff appeared in six out of 13 episodes in the ninth season.

Alongside Braff as J.D. aka John Dorian, the original cast of "Scrubs" included McGinley as Perry Cox, Faison as Chris Turk, Judy Reyes as Carla Espinosa, Sarah Chalke as Elliot Reid, Ken Jenkins as Bob Kelso and Neil Flynn as the janitor.

The series was a single-camera sitcom set at Sacred Heart Hospital. The show was narrated by J.D. as he and his friends advanced in their medical careers.

Braff is the only cast member currently confirmed to be attached to the reboot, reported Variety.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Wow! Scrubs was my favorite show during college days. JD's inner monologues were legendary! 😂 But I hope they don't ruin it with a forced reboot. The original magic will be hard to recreate.
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Priya M.
As a doctor in Mumbai, I can tell you Scrubs was the most accurate medical show out there (despite the comedy). The patient stories felt real. Hope the reboot maintains that balance between humor and heart.
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Arjun S.
Eeeeeeagle! 🦅 (Turk fans will get this reference). But seriously, unless they bring back the original cast, it won't be the same. The chemistry between JD and Turk was everything!
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Neha P.
I discovered Scrubs during lockdown and binged all seasons. The Janitor's pranks on JD were epic! But I'm worried - most reboots end up being disappointing cash grabs. Prove me wrong, ABC!
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Vikram J.
The soundtrack of Scrubs was brilliant - so many great indie tracks introduced to Indian audiences. Hope they maintain that musical quality in the reboot. Also, more Dr. Cox rants please!
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Sanjay R.
As much as I loved Scrubs, I think they should leave it alone. The last season was already weak. Not every classic needs a reboot - sometimes nostalgia is best left untouched.

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