Fifteen years after their last shift at Sacred Heart, the doctors are officially back in. A brand new preview for the Scrubs revival has arrived, offering the first real look at the reunited gang and confirming a wave of exciting details for its upcoming tenth season. The series is set to return to ABC with a two-episode premiere on Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
What The New Scrubs Teaser Shows
The fresh promo, released by ABC, blends classic moments from the original series with new clips from the upcoming season. A key scene shows Zach Braff and Donald Faison back as J.D. and Turk, once again getting their “nasty” on while a marching band provides a beat—a playful callback to a famous moment from the original show’s sixth season. Fans also get a glimpse of Turk breaking out some dance moves, though this time it’s the robot, not his iconic “Poison” routine.
The new footage confirms the return of other fan favorites. Sarah Chalke’s Elliot, Judy Reyes’s Carla, and John C. McGinley’s Dr. Perry Cox are all shown. In one moment, Dr. Cox reveals a new nickname for J.D., hinting at their enduring, if exasperated, mentor-mentee dynamic. The teaser ends on a perfectly nostalgic note, with J.D. and Turk attempting their classic “eagle” run down a hospital hallway, though years have passed and the move doesn’t go quite as planned.
Complete Cast And Character Updates
The core cast from Sacred Heart is scrubbing back in. Zach Braff (J.D.), Donald Faison (Turk), and Sarah Chalke (Elliot) have all closed deals to return as series regulars. Judy Reyes (Carla) and John C. McGinley (Dr. Cox) are set to appear in recurring roles. Additional beloved characters confirmed to make guest appearances include Robert Maschio as Dr. Todd Quinlan and Phill Lewis as Dr. Hooch.
The show will also welcome a host of new faces working at Sacred Heart. Vanessa Bayer (Saturday Night Live) will play Sibby, who runs a wellness program for the hospital staff. Joel Kim Booster (Loot) joins the medical team as attending physician Dr. Eric Park. A new class of interns will be played by Ava Bunn, Jacob Dudman, David Gridley, Layla Mohammadi, and Amanda Morrow. Furthermore, recurring cast members Michael James Scott and X Mayo have been added as charge nurses.
Original creator Bill Lawrence is back as an executive producer. However, day-to-day showrunning duties will be handled by Aseem Batra, a veteran writer from the original Scrubs. Lawrence has expressed his vision for the new season, stating the goal is to deliver a comedic look at how medicine has changed and how their beloved characters deal with it while trying to stay optimistic.
Official Story Details And Setting
The official logline for the revival sets the stage: “JD and Turk scrub in together for the first time in a long time. Medicine has changed, interns have changed, but their bromance has stood the test of time. Characters new and old navigate the waters of Sacred Heart with laughter, heart and some surprises along the way”.
This marks a significant shift from the show’s ninth season, which was subtitled “Med School” and focused on a new set of characters at a different location. The revival will return the action fully to the original Sacred Heart Hospital and will once again be told from J.D.’s perspective. The story will acknowledge the passage of time, following characters who have been, in the words of Lawrence, “beaten down by the system” over the last 15 years. The dynamic between an older J.D. and Turk, navigating modern healthcare with a new group of interns, will be central to the season.
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Global Release And Streaming Information
For viewers in the United States, Scrubs Season 10 will premiere on ABC on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT. The premiere night will feature two back-to-back episodes. New episodes will be available to stream on Hulu the day after they air on ABC.
International release plans are still being finalized. In Australia, while an official date is not yet confirmed, it is expected the series will be available on streaming platforms like Disney+ or Stan shortly after its U.S. debut, similar to past patterns. Fans in the UK, Canada, and other global markets should watch for announcements from Disney-owned platforms, as the series is produced by 20th Television, a part of Disney Television Studios.
“I’m psyched. I’m going to be very busy in the next few months, but the reunion with the old school is very exciting,” said Judy Reyes about returning to her role as Carla.
What This Means For The Scrubs Legacy
The return of Scrubs is structured as a direct continuation, not a full reboot. The show is officially designated as its tenth season, picking up years after the original series concluded. By bringing back the original setting and J.D.’s narrative voice, the creators aim to recapture the unique mix of humor and emotion that defined the show.
With a blend of original cast members and new characters, the season is designed to appeal to longtime fans while introducing the world of Sacred Heart to a new audience. Production is underway, with the first table read having taken place in late September.
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