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Scrubs Returns on ABC With Season 10 Premiere, Reviving the Series After Its Season 8 Endpoint

Early reviews highlight strong chemistry, a heartfelt tone, plus occasional complaints of dated humor.

Overview

  • ABC debuts two episodes on Feb. 25 at 8 p.m. ET, with weekly installments and next‑day streaming on Hulu.
  • The revival runs nine episodes and reunites Zach Braff, Donald Faison and Sarah Chalke, with Judy Reyes and John C. McGinley appearing.
  • Continuity resumes after Season 8 as the show discards the Med School era and positions legacy characters as mentors to new interns.
  • Updates reflect current hospital culture, including an HR presence played by Vanessa Bayer, as the series aims for a grounded feel alongside its signature fantasy humor.
  • Critics largely respond positively — roughly 91–92% on Rotten Tomatoes — though some reviews argue the new season leans too nostalgic or feels millennial‑coded.