Scrubs Reboot Officially in Development at ABC
Creator Bill Lawrence returns for a new iteration blending original cast members with fresh characters, though he will not serve as showrunner.
- The reboot is being developed by 20th Television for ABC, with Bill Lawrence involved despite his exclusive deal with Warner Bros. TV.
- Plans include reuniting original cast members Zach Braff, Sarah Chalke, Donald Faison, and John C. McGinley, with discussions ongoing for Judy Reyes’ potential return.
- The new series will combine revisiting beloved characters with introducing new interns, echoing themes from the original show’s ninth season.
- Lawrence has acknowledged fan concerns about recreating the original show’s magic but expressed optimism about crafting a meaningful continuation.
- No official casting deals or release date have been confirmed, but the project is described as being in the early stages of development.