Scrubs

New season begins soon, can't wait to see the wedding. I really hope they bring Tom Cavanagh back as J.D.'s brother, John Ritter as his dad, and Dick Van Dyke as Dr. Townshend. Those have been my favorite guest stars so far.

I'm not entirely sure what to believe, but I've heard rumors that Scrubs has not been renewed for this season. It's a shame, really, I was just getting back into the show after a long hiatus. Can anyone confirm the fate of Scrubs in the United States? I hope the rumors aren't true, Scrubs is one of the funniest shows on all of TV, and certainly one of the best if not the best network comedy around right now.

He's right. Thanks for the info!

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Does the janitor have a name in the show? I've never heard him addressed as anything other than Janitor.

Nope. In fact, if you have the DVD, you'll know that the Janitor was written into the first episode only, but the writers liked him so much they've kept him on.

A few other interesting "janitor" anecdotes:

-the show creator, Bill Lawrence, wanted the janitor to be a figment of J.D.'s imagination and disappear at the end of the first episode, as he didn't interact with any other characters

-Neil Flynn, who plays the janitor, actually auditioned for the role of Dr. Cox initially, but was cast as the janitor after John C. McGinley accepted that role

And a resume for Flynn, he appeared in Major League, Rookie of the Year, the Fugitive, Magnolia, the Muppet Christmas Movie, and is credited in Anchorman (though I don't remember seeing him), oddly enough, most of his roles are as policemen. On TV, he loaned his voice to Clone High (my favorite show ) as well as appearances on Seinfeld, That 70s Show, Drew Carey, CSI, and NYPD Blue, among others. He also played poker on Celebrity Poker Showdown. Yeah, I enjoy his work.

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The song sung at the beginning of the First episode of the 2nd season:

"I can't get to sleep, I think about the implications,
Of diving in too deep, and possibly the complications.
Especially at night, I worry over situations,
that I know will be alright, it's just overkill.
Day after day it reappears,
night after night my heartbeat shows the fear.
Ghosts appear and fade away.
Come back another day!"

That's "Overkill" by Colin Hay. *bleep*ing beautiful song, he's also featured prominently on another of Braff's projects, the movie Garden State.

I got Season 2 for Christmas and just thought I should go ahead and bump this thread because Season 5 starts airing TOMORROW at 9 PM Eastern on NBC!!!! Sounds like a good one too:

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As new attending at Sacret Heart, J.D. now has to deal with his own interns. Turk tries to prevent Carla from becoming pregnant without her knowledge. Elliot struggles to find her way at County Hospital where the Fellowship Director makes her life a little unpleasant.

Be sure and watch it! If Scrubs gets cancelled, I'm going to lose faith in humanity. I'm that close.

I would like to see Scrubs get a lead-in from, say, My Name is Earl or The Office on Thursdays. Even though Scrubs is clearly the superior show in that group, for some reason people enjoy Jason Lee's mindless misadventures and Steve Carell's deadpan delivery. Wait a minute, I love Steve Carell. Get rid of Earl and put Scrubs and The Office together, then you've got the real blockbuster hour of comedy that could put NBC Thursdays back on top after the loss of Friends.

I don't believe plans have been announced regarding the airing of season 5 in the UK, unfortunately, but I'm sure we'll know something in the next few weeks.

Season 3 is set for release on February 22, 2006, to be precise.

I agree that the Todd and Laverne get left out in the cold. When they have their moments, though, no one is funnier on that show than those two. Examples:

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[J.D. is trying to brake up with Danni over the phone while Carla enters]
Carla: [to Nurse Roberts] How's he doing?
Nurse Roberts: The boy's got no biscuits.

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Todd: [Todd is playing Pacman] Oh, Miss Pacman, I would sex that bow right off your head. Eat those dots you naughty, naughty girl.

I really enjoyed Tuesday's episode, especially the use of Ben Folds' "Still Fighting It" as the closing song, and the Janitor's story about his mother having sex with his adopted 40 year old brother. Classic stuff, that was.

That was NOT *bleep*ING COOL the way they ended that episode. I thought Scrubs was above silly cliffhanger endings after the first season finale, but sonofabitch, they have to end it with Cox storming out tonight.

That said, that was easily the most intense episode of Scrubs EVER. I loved it, up until the very end. Instant classic.

I've read a few blurbs from the next three episodes, and without giving anything away, I will say the effects of Cox's outburst will last into the final episodes of the season.

I liked the nod to Season 3 this week, though seeing the same jokes over again was a bit tedious towards the end. In case you didn't know, most of the jokes from this past week's episode came from "My Lucky Night" from Season 3, including Cox's two testicles prescription and JD's change riddle. How do I know this? I have Season 3 on DVD, finally, and have already watched everything possible on the first disc. So much for pacing. They need a Scrubs patch, like Nicorette, because I'm going to be going through some nasty withdrawal symptoms this summer.

Just the fact that it's been picked up for another season after rumors of its cancellation is exciting enough.

According to Play.com, the 4th Season set of Scrubs is set for a September 25, 2006 release in the UK. No date yet for the US version. Season 4 episodes include:

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1. My Old Friend's New Friend
2. My Office
3. My New Game
4. My First Kill
5. Her Story
6. My Cake
7. My Common Enemy
8. My Last Chance
9. My Malpractice Decision
10. My Female Trouble
11. My Unicorn
12. My Best Moment
13. My Orcardial Infarction
14. My Lucky Charm
15. My Hypocritical Oath
16. My Quarantine
17. My Life In Four Cameras
18. My Roommates
19. My Best Laid Plans
20. My Boss' Free Haircut
21. My Lips Are Sealed
22. My Big Move
23. My Faith In Humanity
24. My Drive-By
25. My Changing Ways

Of all the seasons, I missed the Season 4 episodes the most (I think I've only seen "My Life in Four Cameras" and "My Cake" all the way through, out of all the episodes) so naturally I'm looking forward to this one.

I'll be watching it, Mr. Lawrence!

I've got class or practice every day at 6 here, so I can't normally watch it on Comedy Central. Luckily there's a local channel that carries them at 10 PM here, so I can watch the same episode for the 5th time. I'm this close to being able to recite the entirety of "My Old Lady" verbatim. It's scary.

Currently Scrubs is not included in NBC's primetime lineup. New episodes will return in January, and if its slot remains the same, it will air Tuesday nights during the 8 o'clock hour in Texas. That is subject to change, however.

I'm hoping they'll have a little catch-up episode for Season 5 as well. I mean, I remember most of what happened, but it'll be almost 7 months of a break before the show premieres again. And, quite honestly, a lot of shit has happened. Of course, they could solve that problem by simply releasing the Season 5 DVDs before January. That would make me very, very happy.

I agree. I thought Season 5 was probably the most serious one of the entire show, but that doesn't mean there weren't some really, REALLY funny moments throughout. JD faceplanting into the bar at his apartment after betting Elliot he could jump onto it from the coach after yelling "EAGLE!" comes to mind.

As for Dr. Cox, I'm glad his character has become more serious. It shows a growth in his character that I think is present in all of the major characters on the show, just more pronounced in his case because he was so emotionally hardened in the first few seasons. I think the evolution of Cox's character probably began with the death of Brendan Frasier's character in Season 3. This will inevitably lead, I think, to his assuming the role of Chief of Medicine in the final episode of the series because I anticipate Kelso either retiring or perhaps even (God forbid) dying.

In any event, I'm so excited for Thursday's episode I haven't been able to sleep. I wasn't anticipating a season premiere until well into January, and now, just two days away-shit. This stuff is like cocaine man, I don't know how I'm going to survive when it's over.

...and the episode did not dissapoint. From the opening moments with Todd's Carrie Underwood joke and bringing back "Bye Bye Bye" to the elaborate scheme to put JD on the flag pole, this season premiere did NOT dissapoint. I'm very excited for the rest of the season, especially the musical episode.

To all those that missed it because CSI and Grey's Anatomy was on, kindly blow it out your ass. Watching CSI and Grey's means you're helping the terrorists win.

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I've pretty much know everything going on thanks to Comedy Central. Re-answer, plzkthx.

If you're going to watch them on Comedy Central, why buy the cow when you can get the milk for free?

Season 3 is my favorite, though. It's got the best episode, "My Screw Up," of the entire series. If you're going to buy one, I would suggest 3. But, if you wait another few months, I would buy Season 5 when it comes out. I liked it a little bit more than Season 3, if only because of the evolution of Dr. Cox's character.

"My Lunch" was probably my favorite episode of the last season. I'm not particularly fond of Nicole Sullivan's character on the show, but that is just a damn powerful episode. I mean, that was the one where Cox flipped out last season. Who can forget the exchange between the two?

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JD: Remember what you told me? The second you start blaming yourself for peoples' deaths there's no coming back.
Dr. Cox: Yeah, you're right. (Leaves room, slams door)

I was honestly convinced Cox wasn't going to come back at that point. That was also the episode where everyone convinced the Todd he was gay. That was just a great episode, I can't wait for the Season 5 DVD to come out so I can watch it again. I haven't seen it in syndication yet.

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Are you kidding? That would be the saddest ending I've ever seen for a TV show. Reminds me of that fake comic strip someone made to end the Calvin & Hobbes series.

I don't think it would be sad. JD has to grow up some time, that's what the entire show has been about. He has gradually gained more maturity as the show has gone on to become a confident, semi-well adjusted doctor. The only thing that's left is for him to abandon his inner monologue and fantasies, and I think the scenario I've presented would be a perfect ending.

There's nothing wrong with a sad ending. I rather enjoyed that fake Calvin and Hobbes. Not as much as the real final strip though, I will admit. I was thinking this type of ending would be more "Wonder Years"-esque, where Kevin concludes his final monologue by shouting to his son that he's about to come out and play catch. That was also a sad ending, but it provided closure to the whole Winnie Cooper relationship deal while showing that he had matured as a person into a loving and caring father. I'm not talking about a completely somber ending, but if JD doesn't grow and ditch these personality quirks by the end of the show, his development as a character will have been for naught. And that would be a truly sad ending.

As for the whole "when will it end" argument, Braff has gone on the record stating that this will likely be his last season of Scrubs due to his commitment to several film projects, including a faithful prequel to the "Fletch" franchise, which (quite frankly) I can't wait for. The creator of the show, Bill Lawrence, hasn't stated whether or not the show will continue after Braff has left. So, it is very likely that this will be the last season of Scrubs, but it isn't set in stone yet. Personally, I hope the series does end soon, before the storylines become cheap and overused.

I still maintain that my description of the ending should be how the series ends. But I have no creative power, so I'm going to stay out of it.

I loved tonight's episode again. This season has already maintained a high quality that I expected, but because it has delievered I am that much more excited. I particularly enjoyed Dr. Cox's tip jar.

February has been the general consensus on this and other messageboards. I believe a February release is also confirmed on Scrubs' wikipedia page.

This episode was alright. There really weren't any classic lines from Cox, but Janitor's paintball gun-slash-business card printer is probably the greatest pointless invention I've ever seen.

As badly as I want to see JD happy, I'm kind of glad Kim skipped town. Aside from a few very funny moments in her first episode, I don't think she's been all that great of a character so far. She doesn't fit into that core group of friends around which the series is centered; but then again, I've had that feeling with most of JD's love interests (with Elliot being the obvious exception). I thought Julie (portrayed by Mandy Moore last year) was the only girlfriend JD has had that really clicked with the cast, and of course she was nixed after three episodes.

Ted's cameos are also becoming more and more hilarious. When he's given less screen time, his lines are made that much more comically effective. I loved when he got hit in the face with the paintball tonight as well, hilarious.

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trendy, you are putting way too much thought into Scrubs when you're watching it. Scrubs is the type of show, like many others, where if you think too much it will suck. Ever hear the phrase "leave your brain at the door"? I do not want to tell you how to watch the show but if you don't sit back and enjoy it you'll be let down almost every time.

It's not that I "think too much." You should interact with every form of art you encounter, including visual entertainment like television programs. If not, an internet forum to discuss them, or indeed the cliche "water cooler discussion," would be irrelevant in our society.

I'm merely analyzing the relationships of the characters. Clearly Scrubs is not a mindless sitcom--there are deep-seeded messages about our own relationships in the interactions of the characters in the show. Otherwise, there'd be no redeeming value to a drama at all, other than catharsis. And there are plenty of avenues for that in our society.

My position is that, essentially, Scrubs is falling back on old storylines presented in a fresh light. While it may seem new and entertaining to new viewers (of which I know there are many, Scrubs' popularity has definitely benefitted from a "My Name is Earl" and "The Office" lead-in), I've been watching the program for a long time and I can see beneath the veneer. I'm still enjoying the show, I just want to either A) see some new storylines with new insight to the main characters' behavior or B) see Scrubs go while it still has a bit of its freshness and irreverence. That's all.

I hate to seem so "intellectual" in my viewing choices, but I have so little time to watch television I like to interact with what I watch and become engaged in it. It's just like people positing 30-page theories on what's happening on "Lost" or everyone sitting in front of their set right now pointing out the flaws in the "American Idol" contestants. I just prefer this program.

I really enjoyed His Story IV as well. I still think the premiere was the laugh-out-loud funniest episode of the season thus far, but this episode was much better than the previous couple.

She's a bitch, plain and simple.

Tonight's episode vaulted into my top 5 of all time immediately. The Janitor's semi-amnesiac tumble out of the RV, Jack's "jimmy shot" on Dr. Cox, and the surprise ending sealed it. I don't think she's being too big of a bitch, she wanted to take the job and didn't know any other way to break it off with JD if he knew she was still having the baby. It's a dishonest and terrible thing to do, to be sure, but not something you couldn't imagine real people in similar circumstances doing.

I wonder how JD will find out, and what they will do. I knew the Kim storyline couldn't end that suddenly. It goes without saying that the "best episode of this season" award, for me, has been trumped. Bravo Scrubs, you've still got it.

I thought Season 5 was one of the best of the series so far. I especially enjoyed "My Lunch," that was definitely one of the greatest episodes of the show so far. Up in the same league as "My Screw Up" and "My Old Lady."

Another very fine episode this evening. I can't believe Turk used the "Booyakasha!" from Da Ali G show, that was a nice touch.

I was kind of disappointed with Cox's "World's Longest Shush" though. That could have played out a lot longer and with a greater degree of hilarity. I did, however, enjoy the month timespan of the episode, I thought that worked really well. Especially when Kelso comes in with the tan and the dreadlocks, that was the perfect payoff.

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This episode is lame.

I disagree. I would have liked a segment of all Dr. Cox rants, but meh. I was reminded of some great lines/situations that meshed together over the years, and the episode really made me want to go back and watch all my DVDs over again. Ah, spring break will be filled with much Scrubs mirth.

I definitely want to know that song that played during the dancing montage. I enjoyed it alot.

If anyone else was curious, the song was "Diner" by Martin Sexton. I think I'm going to download some more of his stuff now, one of my friends was telling me a couple months back that I would really enjoy his music.

He's always been that way, it's not the first episode he's shown a general disdain for religion.

My favorite Cox religion speech was when he was waiting for the elevator one time and Carla and Jordan were drilling him. He prays intently for God to save him, and the elevator arrives. As the doors close, he says, "He's always got my back! Even if I don't technically believe in Him!" I think it's a nice touch for his character.

True. I'm just saying if they did bring Ben back, I would only enjoy it if it was in a much grander capacity than Jill's two lines in Thursday's episode. If they did a prequel episode, or something along those lines, I would like to see him back. I'm still waiting for the episode that shows Cox as an intern. That way, you could bring back the former Chief Resident (I forget his name, he appeared in one episode where Cox tried to impress him but Kelso saved his life) and possibly even Dick van Dyke and Michael J. Fox. Of course, I'm getting ahead of myself there, that would make a great spin-off series in-and-of-itself. I mean, think of it, Jay Mohr could even make an appearance and we could see the birth of the Petey/Cox rivalry. I'm salivating right now thinking about it.

Dr. Cox blamed J.D. for Ben's death to cover up the fact that he held himself responsible. That's why Ben's ghost asks him to forgive himself for what happened, and when he does, Ben disappears.

I agree though, it makes more sense for Jill still to be in Cox's head. I just kind of wish we got to see more of Ben, he was by far the best of Scrubs' numerous stellar guest appearances.

In case any of you can't get enough Scrubs AND Charlie Brown (like me), the cast did voiceovers for the holiday classic "Merry Christmas Charlie Brown" in character a few years ago. You can view it on Youtube here.

I think seven seasons will be perfect for Scrubs. I just really want to know how the series will end-JD has to end up with someone, but who?

I think he'll be fine. There's going to be a lot of pressure on him now to grow up, which I think he will eventually do.

I just want him to be more of a realist, like Dr. Cox, at the end of the show. I realize that's not really where his character is headed, and his crazy imagination is what makes him endearing, but he's just been becoming more and more of a whiny little nuisance throughout the years. I mean, it was cool when he was trying to get some legitimate attention from Cox, but now he's near tears because Elliot wasn't spending enough time with him when she's in a serious relationship and he basically pissed away his shot at ever becoming romantically involved with her again.

I just want to see him stand up for himself. I thought the J.D. at the end of "My Perspective"-he refused Dr. Cox's help and actually tried to deal with his problems on his own. That's the kind of J.D. I want to see on the series finale, to know that at least he's moving forward with his life. Right now he seems stuck, if you know what I mean.

I think that the type of emotion JD showed on Thursday's episode is what sets Scrubs apart from all the other comedies on television right now. I mean, you get a little bit of it on The Office, when Pam and Jim kissed, but that was really about it. What's great about Scrubs is that the characters actually grow and develop, something you don't normally see in a regular sitcom. JD is realizing that he's missed the proverbial relationship train. It can still be funny, but the emotion is purely Scrubs.

NOOOOO WAAAAAAAY. This is the only time I've actually gotten pissed watching Scrubs. I knew it would happen the instant they were both in that on-call room, but the way it ended...damnit, I'm just so pissed off right now. Arg! I can't believe we have to wait until the fall to find out what happens. GRRRRRRR!

But don't you know people like that in real life? People who find happiness and then piss it away for some reason you can't fathom? Hell, I've done that on occasion. It's very realistic.

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Also am I the only one who has completely lost interest in the character of Elliot. Of course she's obnoxious and obsessive but recently she's just become unbearable to watch. Anyone else?

I agree completely. I know she's overbearing and controlling, but in Thursday's episode it got to the point where I was yelling "Bitch!" at the screen, especially when she was discussing the bachelorette party with Carla. It all worked out in the end, but it got to the point where I just wanted to grab a stick, hit her, and say, "NO!"

It's called "Overkill" if you didn't know the title.

In England, Season Six begins airing on the 28th on E4 (whatever the hell that means) at 9PM. That season has already aired in the United States, you can find it on iTunes or several other locations online.

If by years you mean weeks, than yes I agree. The last post was in July.

Anyway, the final eighteen episode season is right around the corner. Can't wait to see how the series ends, but I'm really excited to see what happens between Elliot and J.D. I hope they don't end up together, they've proven time and time again they don't belong together.

I hope his real name IS Jan Itor. That would be great.

I'm pretty sure the new season is starting later because only 18 episodes were ordered. I wish the Season Six DVD would come out sometime this month, to get me hyped for the final season, but I can wait until October 30th for that, too. I need to spend time with my new guilty pleasure (House) anyway.