Scrubs (2001–2010)

In the unreal world of Sacred Heart Hospital, intern John "J.D" Dorian learns the ways of medicine, friendship and life.

Creator:

Bill Lawrence

Stars:

Donald Faison, John C. McGinley, Zach Braff

Nominated for 3 Golden Globes. Another 19 wins & 67 nominations.

Cast

Complete series cast summary:
Donald Faison	...	Dr. Christopher Turk (182 episodes, 2001-2010)
John C. McGinley	...	Dr. Perry Cox (182 episodes, 2001-2010)
Ken Jenkins	...	Dr. Bob Kelso (178 episodes, 2001-2010)
Zach Braff	...	Dr. John 'J.D.' Dorian (175 episodes, 2001-2010)
Sarah Chalke	...	Dr. Elliot Reid (173 episodes, 2001-2010)
Neil Flynn	...	The Janitor (170 episodes, 2001-2009)
Judy Reyes	...	Nurse Carla Espinosa (169 episodes, 2001-2009)
Robert Maschio	...	Dr. Todd Quinlan (127 episodes, 2001-2010)
Sam Lloyd	...	Ted Buckland (95 episodes, 2001-2009)
Aloma Wright	...	Nurse Laverne Roberts (91 episodes, 2001-2009)
Christa Miller	...	Jordan Sullivan (89 episodes, 2001-2010)

Storyline

In the unreal world of Sacred Heart Hospital, intern John "J.D" Dorian learns the ways of medicine, friendship and life.

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Plot Keywords:

hospital | janitor | sexual harassment | handheld camera | archenemy | 

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Genres:

Comedy | Drama

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Certificate:

TV-14

Details

Official Sites:

ABC Disney Enterprises, Inc [United States]

Country:

USA

Language:

English German Spanish American Sign Language

Release Date:

2 October 2001 (USA)

Also Known As:

Scrubs: Med School

Filming Locations:

Burbank, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Doozer, Towers Productions, ABC Studios

Technical Specs

Runtime:

24 min

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.78 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

As of August 2011, the North Hollywood Medical Center where the series was shot (in the 12600 block of Riverside Drive, North Hollywood, CA 91607) is being torn down.

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Goofs

The x-ray with the show's title shown in the beginning is turned the wrong way: the heart should be seen on the right hand side. This was an intentional mistake put in by creator Bill Lawrence to represent the core idea of the show: young doctors in over their heads. Bill Lawrence reminds viewers that this goof was completely intentional in interviews, DVD commentaries, and virtually any other available opportunity.

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Quotes

[JD and Turk are trying, and failing, to reassure Elliot that they aren't obsessing over the orgasm she accidentally gave a patient during a pelvic exam]
J.D.: Elliot, come on, I have never heard a woman make sounds like "that".
Elliot: [smiling] Oh, I'm sure "you" haven't.
Chris Turk: [laughing] See, it's funny because you never really satisfied a woman!

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Connections

Referenced in The Box (2007)

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Soundtracks

"Superman"
Written and Performed by Lazlo Bane
(Main theme)

User Reviews

An Elaborate Comedic Symphony

'Scrubs' is a look at the world through the eyes of an intern. Not some crusty cop or a desperate housewife, but an intern.

An intern with no special abilities or powers. An intern who goes to a hospital.

And somehow, this creates one of the best shows on TV.

J.D.(Zach Braff) is an intern at Sacred Hearts Hospital. He's surrounded by a cynical janitor, a belligerent head M.D., a sarcastic mentor, and a few other interns. Though this all may seem like a familiar and done-before formula, 'Scrubs' makes the whole thing seem fresh, new, and radiant.

The show subtlety examines many major issues (authority complex, race, etc.) without making it seem preachy. To do this well is itself a fantastic achievement.

This show also does something incredible: make actors you may recognize from small parts in movies shine. Zach Braff, John C. McGinley, and so many others.

Worth your time in spades.