"Scrubs" returns in 2026 with original cast as senior doctors mentoring interns, reflecting modern medical ethics and workplace changes.

The revival of "Scrubs" reunites the original cast as senior doctors mentoring new interns at Sacred Heart Hospital in 2026, reflecting real-world changes in medicine and workplace culture. Now in their late 30s and early 40s, characters like J.D. and Turk face aging, health issues, and family responsibilities, while Dr. Perry Cox, once known for harsh treatment, can no longer abuse interns due to modern medical ethics. Creator Bill Lawrence returned to the show’s grounded, character-driven roots, incorporating feedback from current medical residents to ensure authenticity. The series blends humor with emotional storytelling, featuring HR oversight and sensitivity training, and premieres on Disney+.