Fans of the medical comedy-drama can look forward to seeing Mowry-Housley's character, Dr. Steffie, attempt to influence Dr. Sam Tosh, portrayed by Ava Bunn, towards a career in pediatrics. This addition marks an exciting development for the revival, which continues to blend nostalgic elements with fresh storylines and characters.
The second season of the 'Scrubs' reboot is scheduled to premiere with two episodes on Wednesday, September 30, at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC. For viewers who prefer to stream, episodes will be available on Hulu and Disney+ the day after their broadcast.
The revival sees the return of original series stars Zach Braff as John “J.D.” Dorian, Donald Faison as Christopher Turk, and Sarah Chalke as Elliot Reid. Now seasoned professionals, these beloved characters have evolved from interns to respected figures at Sacred Heart Hospital, taking on the mantle of mentors for a new cohort of medical students and residents. The series logline teases that J.D., Turk, and Elliot are now inspiring the next generation while navigating the highs and lows of hospital life, promising laughter, heart, and unexpected surprises.
Bill Lawrence, the creative force behind the original 'Scrubs,' which first aired in 2001 and enjoyed a successful nine-season run on NBC and ABC, serves as an executive producer for the reboot. He is joined by Jeff Ingold and Liza Katzer of Doozer Productions. Braff, Faison, and Chalke not only star but also hold executive producer credits. Aseem Batra takes on the crucial role of executive producer and showrunner, with Mike Royce, Mathew Harawitz, Randall Keenan Winston, and Michael Spiller also executive producing. The series is produced by 20th Television, a division of Disney Television Studios.