Scrubs Reunion and Thrilling Premieres: Top Streaming Picks This Week
This week brings a nostalgic return for fans of the beloved medical comedy Scrubs, alongside a lineup of new and returning series that promise to captivate audiences. From heartwarming reunions to edge-of-your-seat thrillers, here are the seven best shows to stream.
Scrubs: A Heartwarming Revival
For those who adored Scrubs, the show's original run ended with a sense of anticlimax in its ninth season, marked by character departures and a shift to a new hospital setting. However, the revival is set to warm hearts as original cast members Donald Faison, Sarah Chalke, and Judy Reyes return for series ten. Zach Braff reprises his role as John Dorian, reuniting with best friend Christopher Turk, played by Donald Faison, in classic comedic form—albeit with middle-aged back problems.
The new season introduces a fresh crop of interns, viewed through the lens of older but not necessarily wiser mentors. Expect the signature blend of dream sequences and a tone that balances snark with sentimentality. Disney+ will premiere the series on Thursday, 26 February, offering a return to business as usual for this much-loved drama.
Vanished: An Irresistible Thriller
Starring Sam Claflin and Kaley Cuoco, Vanished follows the seemingly perfect couple, Tom and Alice. Tom is a globetrotting charity worker, while Alice is a worldly archaeologist. Their passionate weekends in glamorous hotels take a turn when Alice secures a permanent placement in Paris and invites Tom to join her. However, Tom disappears during a train journey, and flashbacks hint he might be too good to be true.
As Alice searches for him, she encounters characters who are not what they seem. Despite implausible plot twists and clunky dialogue, the series remains weirdly irresistible. Prime Video will release it on Friday, 27 February.
Paradise: A Gripping Mystery Expands
After a striking first season confined rich alphas to a bunker post-catastrophe, Paradise takes a risk in its second run. Agent Xavier Collins, played by Sterling K. Brown, ventures outside upon learning his wife may still be alive. While season one thrived on claustrophobia, this instalment shifts to a more conventional action thriller, yet remains gripping with pointed observations about billionaires' desire for controllable worlds. Disney+ premieres it on Monday, 23 February.
Bridgerton: Regency Romance Continues
Returning after a short intermission, Bridgerton concludes its fourth season with a focus on the romance between rakish Benedict Bridgerton, played by Luke Thompson, and Sophie Baek, portrayed by Yerin Ha. Questions abound: Can Benedict stay faithful, and is Sophie truly who she claims? Though increasingly self-parodic, the show excels at fan service. Netflix releases it on Thursday, 26 February.
Monarch: Legacy of Monsters: Beastly Entertainment
This monsterverse saga returns with a bang, as the Monarch organisation monitors Massive Unidentified Terrestrial Organisms. They discover—or provoke—a beast so huge it could devastate cities. Led by Kurt Russell as the jaded Lee Shaw, the team faces an existential battle. It's enormous fun in every sense. Apple TV premieres it on Friday, 27 February.
Crusade: A Dark Thriller from Warsaw
From Walter Presents, Crusade is a dark thriller set in Warsaw. When a young woman is found murdered and partially eaten, homicide detective Jan Góra, played by Julian Świeżewski, uncovers a trail of carnage targeting public figures like bankers and MPs. This gruesome mystery unfolds with intense leads. Channel 4 releases it on Friday, 27 February.
Formula 1: Drive to Survive: Behind the Pit Lane
Now in its eighth season, this documentary series offers a glossy yet intimate look at the 2025 Formula One season. It highlights rookie drivers, the pantomime villain brilliance of Max Verstappen, and the mid-season firing of Red Bull team principal Christian Horner. With striking access, it remains a reliable companion to the F1 circus. Netflix premieres it on Friday, 27 February.
