Scrubs

The Emmys Report: McDreamy and 'Big Love' Ladies Change Categories

editor@buddytv.com — Thu, 28 May 2009 14:22:23 GMT

The end of May means it's time to start campaigning for the Emmy Awards. Many shows have already started hitting voters with giant For Your Consideration DVD sets to get the coveted nominations. This season, however, there's a lot of gamesmanship going on for category placements as actors are moving from Lead to Supporting or vice versa in order to improve their chances at a nomination.

The biggest change is coming from Grey's Anatomy, where McDreamy himself Patrick Dempsey is dropping down to the Supporting Actor race after failing to get nominated as a Lead Actor for four years. While some might criticize the move as blatantly mislabeling himself in order to score a nomination, it's actually a bigger indictment on the show itself.

Zach Braff and Sarah Chalke Returning to Season Nine of 'Scrubs'?

editor@buddytv.com — Wed, 27 May 2009 07:00:21 GMT

Scrubs might be over for its protagonist J.D., but is it the same for the rest of the Sacred Heart Staff? Actor Zach Braff, who plays the lead character on the show, has already made his decision to leave the series. However, it seems as though the network isn't ready to let go of him and the show.

Braff addressed the issue on his official MySpace blog, explaining how Scrubs will be given a new life on its next installment. It sounded as though things have worked out, and the actor will be returning for the first few episodes of the ninth season.

ABC'S 2009-2010 Lineup: 11 New Shows

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 19 May 2009 09:10:07 GMT

ABC unveiled its Fall schedule today and it features an ambitious lineup of new series to premiere all season long.?? The schedule features eight new shows, including a Wednesday night that contains nothing but new programs.?? This is identical to the strategy ABC used two years ago when it premiered three new hour-long shows on Wednesdays.

The new Wednesday, however, features four new half-hour comedies which I will tentatively title the Back to You reject lineup, as three of the sitcoms star former cast members of that failed FOX sitcom, including Kelsey Grammer, Patricia Heaton and Ty Burrell.?? The other big change to the schedule is that Ugly Betty has been bumped to Fridays, wedged between Supernanny and 20/20.

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ABC Reveals 2009 Fall Lineup, Renews Scrubs and Castle

editor@buddytv.com — Mon, 18 May 2009 12:39:28 GMT

ABC is expected to formally announce tomorrow that they'll air six new dramas and four new comedies as part of their 2009 fall lineup, with high concept genre ensemble Flash Forward, science fiction remake V and John Updike adaptation Eastwick, as well as several crime and legal series.

They'll be joined by some familiar favorites. After setting expectations that this past year would be Scrubs' final season, ABC has picked up the medical sitcom for next year after all. Corporate warfare satire Better Off Ted and crime-show-with-a-twist-of-lime Castle also made good impression in the two months they've been on. They both got picked up for next year.

Scrubs: A Trip Down The Season 8 Memory Lane

editor@buddytv.com — Thu, 07 May 2009 08:00:42 GMT

There are hardly any words for how J.D. (Zach Braff) left Sacred Heart Hospital, unless you suddenly have the urge to blurt out "Eagle!" as a tribute. Anyway, Scrubs' eighth season gave us a number of great scenes that will forever stand out in the show's history. From the emergence of new characters to reliving past relationships, Bill Lawrence's brainchild is something no one will ever forget (assuming you've heard about it).

Below, we've listed some of the remarkable moments of closure of the 8th season of ABC's Scrubs.

A Sneak Peek at 'Scrubs' Season Finale

editor@buddytv.com — Wed, 06 May 2009 08:00:16 GMT

Yes, today's that day; J.D. will be having his last moments at Sacred Heart Hospital soon. Fans of Scrubs should ready themselves for whatever tickles and tears that the series will bring, as ABC airs the show's season 8 finale.

Tonight, the beloved hospital dramedy will wrap up with Dr. John Dorian (Zach Braff) heading to a new life. We've all seen what he's gone through over the years, and now let's see him try to leave all that behind. Below are several sneak previews of the hour-long finale of Scrubs.

Former Guest Stars Ready to Don 'Scrubs' Again

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 05 May 2009 08:00:34 GMT

As the season finale of Scrubs gets closer and closer (only a few hours left!), the anticipation is getting higher. It's like a disease - you want it to end but you can't help but stick around and watch. Whatever you may be feeling as the series wraps up (or not), there's one more thing to be really excited about. Reports have it that the hospital comedy will be bringing about 50 guest stars back on the show this Wednesday.

ABC has released a list of actors who will be present on Dr. John Dorian's last day, including Colin Hay as himself, Amy Smart as Jamie, Nicole Sullivan as Jill Tracy and Phil Lewis as the crazy Hooch. J.D.'s brother Dan (Tom Cavanaugh) will also be there, in addition to the rest of the hospital staff composed of Nurse Roberts (Aloma Wright), Todd (Robert Maschio), Ted (Sam Lloyd), Keith (Travis Schuldt), and the rest of the interns.

'Scrubs' Might be Returning, But Not Really

editor@buddytv.com — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 00:30:36 GMT

Can Scrubs be Scrubs without JD (Zach Braff)?

That is the question in everyone's mind, especially die-hard Scrubs fans, as talks are reportedly underway for the ABC comedy to return for a ninth season. The catch is that both Braff and Judy Reyes have categorically stated that this would be their last season on the show. As for the other cast members - Donald Faison, John C. McGinley and Neil Flynn - all of them have booked pilots for spring that should get first priority should they get picked up. When such happens, JD, Nurse Carla, Turk, Dr. Cox, and Janitor would at best have recurring roles on the series they are now most known for.

Scrubs: Preview of "My New Role" and "My Lawyer's in Love"

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 06:00:00 GMT

From ABC's official press release:

Could Drs. Cox and Kelso actually become friends?

"My New Role" - When Dr. Cox becomes overwhelmed in his new role as Chief of Medicine, he does the unthinkable and reaches out to Dr. Kelso for friendship, on Scrubs, Tuesday, February 3 (9 to 9:30pm, ET), on the ABC Television Network.

ABC Shuffles Comedy Block, Scrubs Shifts to New Timeslot

editor@buddytv.com — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 07:00:00 GMT

To make room for new shows, ABC has shuffled its Thursday night comedy block. The new schedule, which was announced yesterday, effectively bumps off Scrubs at 8pm as it pairs up with the new series Better Off Ted every Wednesday beginning March 18.

Scrubs, which revolves around J.D. (Zach Braff) as an attending physician with his own class of interns to guide and mentor after surviving his internship and residency at Sacred Heart Hospital, is no stranger to schedule changes. During its run on NBC, the series went from one timeslot to another. At present, Scrubs is airing every Tuesday at 9pm on ABC with back-to-back episodes.

Scrubs: Preview of "My ABC's" and "My Cookie Pants"

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 05:00:00 GMT

From ABC's official press release:

The doctors of Sacred Heart realize just how dysfunctional the new crop of interns really is, while J.D. and Elliot's love life gets off to a slow start, on ABC's Scrubs.

Sesame Workshop's "Muppets" guest star.

Scrubs: Preview of "My Saving Grace" and "My Happy Place"

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 06:00:00 GMT

Previously, we reported that Scrubs had been getting more dramatic than usual of late, and all of it are intentional to build up the tension for the highly anticipated finale, says Scrubs creator Bill Lawrence. “I thought we got a little silly,” he explains. “In order for the finale to actually mean anything, the show has to be borderline real for people to give a s--t. We were dangerously venturing into an area where everyone was so fake no one would have given a s--t when it ended.”

On the first episode of Scrubs tonight called “My Saving Grace,” Dr. Kelso (Ken Jenkins) and Cox (John C. McGinley) come together to oust Dr. Maddox (Courtney Cox) from Sacred Heart. Meanwhile, Carla decides to take a self-centered, incompetent intern down a notch.

Creator Bill Lawrence Opens Up His 'Scrubs'

editor@buddytv.com — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 05:00:18 GMT

Scrubs is off to a good start on ABC, and one of the best ways to celebrate its early success is to hear from the series creator himself. Bill Lawrence was recently interviewed by Entertainment Weekly's Michael Ausiello. In addition to that, he took time to answer questions from the fans, together with actor Zach Braff. Candid as he is, Lawrence might have revealed a few possible spoilers here and there, but things just go unexpected on Scrubs that it's hard to tell.

For the most part, Bill Lawrence discussed the changes that the series is undergoing. A lot of viewers noted the dramatic shift in the first two episodes of season 8. Lawrence maintains that they were building up the tension for the finale.

'Scrubs' Actor Stuck in 'The Middle'

editor@buddytv.com — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 05:00:52 GMT

The unnamed janitor on Scrubs may have put J.D. in some tough situations, but it seems as though he'll soon be handling one of his own. Neil Flynn, the actor best known for his work on the sitcom, has been slated to star in yet another ABC show. He's been cast in a new comedy pilot for the network, titled The Middle.

Reports say that Flynn will be portraying the husband of the protagonist, portrayed by Patricia Heaton. The series will begin shooting in February, and is directed by Julie Anne Robinson. The Middle focuses on this matriarch of a middle-class Midwestern family. Heaton and Flynn will play a couple, trying their best to raise their three children.

'Scrubs' Season 8 Premiere Review

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 11:01:38 GMT

After a long wait and a network switch, Scrubs returns tonight at 9pm on ABC with two brand new episodes to kick off season 8. The show has been through a lot of turmoil, but now it's back and just as good as ever.

The first two episodes prove that the switch to ABC hasn't changed the show at all. Scrubs is still a quirky half-hour with off-the-wall comedy and a real sense of heart. The whole cast is back, plus one big addition. Courtney Cox returns to comedy as Sacred Heart's new chief of medicine, replacing Dr. Kelso, who was forced into retirement last season.

Zach Braff Discusses 'Scrubs,' Adulthood, and Babies

editor@buddytv.com — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 09:00:04 GMT

Life may be catching up on Zach Braff, but he's not giving it any reason to pass him by. The Scrubs star recently reflected on growing up and the responsibilities of adulthood, as he confronts the characters on his upcoming film, The Last Kiss. There he plays 29-year-old Michael, surrounded by his friends who are all worried about turning 30. Braff admits that he knows the feeling of getting tangled with that sort of pressure, and he had no qualms about sharing his experiences.

“When you're in your mid-20s, you go, 'Oh, I'm not old yet, I'll be old when I'm in my late 20s,'” he said. “Then when you're in your late 20s, you're like, 'I'm not old yet, I'll be old when I'm in my 30s.' And I think when I hit 31, I [said], 'Alright, I can't (bleeping) fool myself anymore. I'm an adult.”

Neil Flynn Is 'Scrubs' Go-to Guy

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 08:00:16 GMT

The producers of Scrubs can't take all the credit for the show's comedy, since Neil Flynn is backing them up. Though he plays Sacred Heart's resident janitor, he's actually responsible for some of the laughs the show is known for.

One thing Flynn thanks is his background doing improv comedy around Chicago. “I was there during a crucial time for the iO Theater,” he said. During those years, plenty other comics came to Hollywood, including Tina Fey, Amy Poehler and Seth Meyers.

'Scrubs' Star is a 'Maneater'

editor@buddytv.com — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 08:00:01 GMT

If she hasn't gotten enough guys falling for her on Scrubs, Sarah Chalke is all set to work on another exciting project, titled Maneater. She's closed the deal to star in the upcoming four-hour miniseries from the Lifetime network.

Based on the book of Gigi Levangie Grazer, Maneater is a comic take on the life of a shallow thirty-something socialite named Clarissa Alpert (Sarah Chalke). She's beautiful and fashion-conscious, as well as fun. However, she's also a spoiled daddy's girl who's used to getting anything she wants. Now that she's 32, Clarissa is in a panic because she's still single after all those years.

'Scrubs' Getting Ready for a Little Family Reunion

editor@buddytv.com — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 08:00:58 GMT

It seems as though Sacred Heart will be under attack once more, as J.D. (Zach Braff) deals with the possibility of seeing his brother again. Before Scrubs wraps up for good, we can all count on a little more comedy from J.D.'s kin. According to actor Tom Cavanagh, he'll be making one final appearance on the series as the sneaky slacker, Dan Dorian.

“I would say the chances are 100 percent,” Cavanagh admitted. He couldn't help talking about the acclaimed medical comedy-drama during a TV Guide interview to promote his new show, Trust Me. “If I was a betting man, I would put money on it — though I'm sure Vegas isn't taking bets on that,” he added.

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Scrubs: New Video Sneak Peek, Plus Premiere Date and Spoilers for Season 8

editor@buddytv.com — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 15:55:00 GMT

Read our review of the Scrubs season 8 premiere.

With Scrubs a little over a month away from premiering on ABC, the alphabet has released a quick sneak peek from an early season scene from Scrubs season 8. The scene involves Scrubs newcomer Courtney Cox, the famous comedy actress. You can check out the exclusive video clip below.

Zach Braff Hangs Up His 'Scrubs'

editor@buddytv.com — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 08:00:13 GMT

Newfound endeavors have lured Zach Braff away from Scrubs, and he's confirmed the news that he'll soon be leaving the show. After years of playing the clumsy Dr. John ‘J.D.' Dorian on the series, Braff claims that the eighth season of the hit comedy will indeed be his last. The rumors regarding his departure from the program have plagued fans ever since the story circulated. Now that Braff has finally proven the tales himself, what's next?

During his visit to Tel Aviv, Braff spoke to the publication Haaretz, which is Israel's oldest daily newspaper. He confessed that he's enjoying the freedom now that he's quit his role on Scrubs. But that won't be the last we'll hear of the actor. He can't help but be excited about the thought of branching out of television and working on more movie roles.

Scrubs: New Season 8 Promo Hits ABC

editor@buddytv.com — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 10:52:03 GMT

Scrubs will return this January to ABC, and it will almost certainly be the final season of the long-running hospital comedy. At the very least, Zach Braff and Judy Reyes will not return. Executive producer and show runner Bill Lawrence has left open the possibility for a ninth season that would prominently feature a new batch of interns. The show would basically become Scrubs: The New Class. Whether fans are clamoring for something like this remains to be seen. In the last week or so, ABC has finally unleashed a new promo for Scrubs season 8, and it contains the first footage of season 8 that we've yet seen. The promo is only thirty seconds long, but it's got a couple of cool little scenes on display. You can check out the embedded video below.

Will 'Scrubs' be the 'Lost' Lead-In on Wednesdays?

editor@buddytv.com — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 06:17:20 GMT

There has been much speculation regarding where Scrubs, now on ABC, will end up on the schedule when it returns for its eighth, and likely final, season. A proposed mid-season schedule for ABC has been unearthed on Zap2It, and it provides ample insight into what ABC might be thinking come January. The proposed schedule, which has supposedly been given to advertisers, places Scrubs on Wednesday nights at 8pm, the slot currently held down by critical gem Pushing Daisies. Interestingly, the schedule has Scrubs in both the 8pm and 8:30pm time slots. What this means is unclear. Will ABC burn off two new episodes of Scrubs per week, as NBC once did? Or is one of those slots simply a place holder while ABC decides what other show to place next to Scrubs?

'Scrubs' Season 7 DVD Review

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 15:00:00 GMT

Scrubs season 7 was one of the many victims of the WGA writers' strike. Thanks to the strike, Scrubs only produced eleven episodes for season 7. There was also some question of whether NBC would even air the final episodes, and whether Scrubs would get a proper sign-off in what most believed to be the final season of Scrubs. Thankfully, ABC came to the rescue and picked up Scrubs for a final eighth season, which will air on ABC sometime in mid-season. Scrubs season 7, then, was shorter than expected, but it still brought the funny. The Scrubs Season 7 DVD was released today, but we were able to take a look at it prior to its release.

Scrubs: A Short Ode to Elizabeth Banks

editor@buddytv.com — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 12:27:34 GMT

The first time I saw Elizabeth Banks in anything, I was watching Wet Hot American Summer in a college dorm room, and I was laughing a hearty laugh. Banks played a camp counselor, a slutty one, and she and Paul Rudd's character had a romance. A really gross one. There's a scene where the two of them make out after Banks eats ribs. She's got the sauce all over her face. This is Elizabeth Banks for you. Unafraid to go all-out for the sake of comedy, and still strangely alluring while doing so. Banks has gone from smaller roles on TV and in film to become a viable movie star. She was the female lead in last weekend's second highest grossing film, Zack and Miri Make a Porno. Earlier in October, Banks portrayed Laura Bush in Oliver Stone's W. And, on Friday, Banks' newest film, Role Models, will be released in theaters. It's been a good ride for the actress that many TV viewers first met as JD's baby mama on Scrubs.