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Scrubs’ Reboot Names Aseem Batra Sole Showrunner After Tim Hobert Exits

Production continues under Aseem Batra with a midseason 2026 debut reported.

Overview

  • Tim Hobert stepped down citing “creative differences” and is expected to remain credited as executive producer on at least the first five episodes.
  • Filming is underway following a late September table read, with the third episode slated to shoot this week.
  • Creator Bill Lawrence serves as an executive producer but is not showrunning due to his exclusive Warner Bros. Television deal.
  • Original stars Zach Braff, Donald Faison, Sarah Chalke, Judy Reyes and John C. McGinley return, and Braff directed the opening episode.
  • A February 25, 2026 ABC premiere with a two-episode launch has been reported by a single outlet and has not been confirmed.