The medical comedy Scrubs returned to television after 16 years, and fans quickly noticed the show kept its musical soul alive. The revival season finished its run on April 15, 2026, with all nine episodes now available for streaming. The music selection brings back the nostalgic opening theme while adding new songs that fit the show’s signature emotional and funny tone.
The Scrubs revival soundtrack mixes classic alternative rock tracks with newer indie folk and pop songs. Episode one kicked things off with a major hit from the 2000s, setting the stage for what the creative team wanted to achieve with the music placement.
The Opening Theme Returns with the Original Song
The revival brought back Superman by Lazlo Bane as the opening theme. This was the original song used for most of the show’s run from 2001 to 2009. The previous season nine used a cover version by WAZ, but the revival went back to the original track that fans remember from the early days.
The new intro sequence shows Zach Braff (J.D.), Donald Faison (Turk), and Sarah Chalke (Elliot) walking alongside new intern characters toward the show’s famous X-ray image. The 30-second clip was released on February 24, 2026, one day before the premiere.
Episode One Features Coldplay’s Clocks
The first episode of the new season used Clocks by Coldplay. The song originally came out on May 17, 2003, as part of the band’s second album A Rush of Blood to the Head. The track is built around a repeating piano melody and carries lyrics about urgency and contrast.
Episode Two Plays Amsterdam by Gregory Alan Isakov
Episode two featured Amsterdam by Gregory Alan Isakov. This song came from his 2013 album The Weatherman. The track has a haunting folk sound with atmospheric production. Isakov has described the song like treating the city as a caring presence that provides safety and support.
Sam Smith’s Palace Appears in Episode Three
The third episode included Palace by Sam Smith. This soulful ballad came from Sam Smith‘s second studio album The Thrill of It All, which was released on November 3, 2017. The song became well known after appearing in a holiday iPhone X commercial called Sway, which showed a couple dancing in a snowy dream while wearing AirPods.
Episode Four Packs Multiple Musical Moments
Episode four had several song placements. The episode included:
- Scenario by A Tribe Called Quest featuring Busta Rhymes, Dinco D, and Charlie Brown
- Macarena by Los Del Rio
- Aint That A Kick In The Head by Dean Martin
- Solid Ground by Michael Kiwanuka
This episode had the most diverse set of tracks, ranging from 90s hip hop to classic swing and modern soul.
The Rest of the Season’s Music Lineup
The remaining episodes continued delivering a variety of musical styles:
- Episode five – Clair de Lune by Claude Debussy
- Episode six – Bad Habit by Steve Lacy and Heavy Foot by Mon Rovia
- Episode seven – Here, Right Now by Joshua Radin and Best of My Love by The Emotions
The creative team kept the show’s tradition of using indie rock and alternative music that defined the original run. Artists like The Shins, Eels, Joshua Radin, and Colin Hay were frequently used in the original series, and the revival maintained this approach with newer artists.
Where to Watch and Streaming Details
All nine episodes of the Scrubs revival are available to stream on Hulu in the United States. The show also streams on Disney+ for international audiences. The season finale aired on ABC on April 15, 2026, at 8 pm ET/PT.
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Cast and Crew Behind the Revival
Bill Lawrence, who created the original show and also made Shrinking and Ted Lasso, returned as executive producer. The main cast includes Zach Braff as J.D., Donald Faison as Turk, and Sarah Chalke as Elliot, all as series regulars. Judy Reyes (Carla) appears in four episodes, and John C. McGinley (Dr. Cox) appears in three episodes as guest stars.
New cast members joining Sacred Heart Hospital include Vanessa Bayer as Sibby, who runs a wellness program, and Joel Kim Booster as Dr. Eric Park. The new intern class includes Ava Bunn as Serena, Jacob Dudman as Asher, David Gridley as Blake, Layla Mohammadi as Amara, and Amanda Morrow as Dashana.
Critical Response to the Revival
The new season holds an 89% score on Rotten Tomatoes from critics. The show originally started in 2001 and ran for eight successful seasons, winning two Emmy Awards. The divisive ninth season from 2010 focused on new medical interns, and the revival picks up as if the show ended with the season eight finale, ignoring the events of season nine.
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