The beloved medical sitcom Scrubs has made its long-awaited return after 16 years, with two episodes premiering on ABC on February 25, 2026, and streaming on Hulu the following day. The revival brings back original stars Zach Braff, Donald Faison, and Sarah Chalke as doctors John 'J.D.' Dorian, Christopher Turk, and Elliot Reid, respectively.
In a surprising twist, the revival reveals that Dr. Perry Cox, played by John C. McGinley, is battling a devastating illness. The synopsis, shared with CNN, teases that 'J.D. and Turk scrub together for the first time in a long time' as they navigate changes in medicine and at Sacred Heart Hospital.
Since the original series ended in 2010, the cast members have experienced varied fates. Zach Braff, now 50, has built a successful directing career, helming films such as Garden State and A Good Person, and earning Emmy and Directors Guild nominations for his work on Ted Lasso. He also faced controversy over his 21-year age gap romance with actress Florence Pugh, which ended in 2022.
Donald Faison, 51, and Sarah Chalke, 49, have also remained active in television. The revival promises to blend nostalgia with new storylines, as characters old and new navigate the halls of Sacred Heart with humour and heart.
