Scrubs (TV series)

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Genre	Medical comedy-drama
Created by	Bill Lawrence
Starring	Zach Braff
Theme music composer	Lazlo Bane
Opening theme	"Superman"
Country of origin	United States
Original language	English
No. of seasons	9
No. of episodes	182 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producer	Bill Lawrence
Producer	Randall Winston
Production locations	North Hollywood Medical Center, Los Angeles, California
Camera setup	Single-camera setup
Running time	20–22 minutes
Production companies	Doozer, Touchstone Television
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Network	NBC, ABC
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Scrubs is an American medical comedy-drama television series created by Bill Lawrence. The series premiered on NBC on October 2, 2001, and concluded on ABC on March 17, 2010. The show follows the lives of employees working at Sacred Heart Hospital, a teaching hospital.

Plot

The series is narrated by John "J.D." Dorian, played by Zach Braff, who provides insight into the thoughts and experiences of the characters. The show combines comedy and drama to explore the personal and professional lives of the hospital staff.

Main Characters

• John "J.D." Dorian (Zach Braff): The protagonist and narrator of the series.
• Elliot Reid (Sarah Chalke): A fellow doctor and J.D.'s love interest.
• Christopher Turk (Donald Faison): J.D.'s best friend and a surgeon.
• Carla Espinosa (Judy Reyes): A nurse and Turk's wife.
• Perry Cox (John C. McGinley): A senior attending physician and J.D.'s mentor.
• Bob Kelso (Ken Jenkins): The Chief of Medicine.
• Janitor (Neil Flynn): The hospital's janitor who often antagonizes J.D.

Production

The show was filmed at the North Hollywood Medical Center in Los Angeles, California. The single-camera setup and use of narration were distinctive features of the series.

Reception

Scrubs received critical acclaim for its unique blend of comedy and drama, as well as its innovative storytelling techniques. The show was nominated for numerous awards, including Primetime Emmy Awards and Golden Globe Awards.

Legacy

Scrubs has left a lasting impact on television and has garnered a dedicated fanbase. The series is often praised for its realistic portrayal of the medical profession and its ability to balance humor with serious themes.

Episodes

The series consists of 9 seasons and 182 episodes. For a complete list of episodes, see List of Scrubs episodes.

See Also

• Medical comedy-drama
• Bill Lawrence (TV producer)
• Zach Braff
• NBC
• ABC