Scrubs: The Story Behind Its Multiple Finales

There are those shows we never get enough of and "Scrubs" is one that fans often rewatch and still hold dear!

id="three-finales-of-scrubs">Three Finales of Scrubs

What makes Scrubs so interesting, is how they've tried to create a final farewell on several different occasions but the ending of this iconic show had a few unexpected twists! You could consider these farewells. You see, "Scrubs" tried to end three different times but only one ended in the most satisfactory way! You might have some mixed feelings but these endings are definitely something that fans are constantly thinking about as "Scrubs" makes its grand return.

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Why Scrubs Almost Ended Before it Should Have:

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You can see Scrubs from the perspective of what audiences feel about the medical drama! Many thought season 7 was a real conclusion. It ended with episode "My Princess" in 2008. You may have never thought that it almost ended sooner! But a few problems stood out! It had nothing to do with how the episodes unfolded. You see, there was a writer's strike, but it was so severe, Scrubs could have ended forever!

To be on the safe side, the producers and showrunners did something pretty unusual to ensure the series kept going, but ended in a satisfying way: episode "My Princess". Fans might think, "How could an episode have ended a series like this?". Well, it has an amazing structure and the overall show was done in a very "cinematic style," which felt like an epic conclusion.

There's always that chance that this is how shows and series could end!

A writer's strike is always something that production companies can't account for.

"Scrubs" went on! With its incredible style!

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The True Finale of Scrubs:

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It looked like "My Princess" wasn't the true finale and not even close to what was supposed to be the true goodbye! The real farewell was with Scrubs season 8, specifically episodes "My Finale" parts 1 and 2.

Season 8 in Scrubs had 19 episodes which allowed the crew to create the right kind of content as they continued to put out these truly funny, heartwarming and relatable episodes!
And these two final episodes gave fans some very emotional moments that helped the series make it to the ending of season 8! It almost had a fairytale quality.

For many people, this is what fans believe should have remained "Scrubs'" finale but it's important to know how Scrubs came back!

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A New Chapter - Med School, and the Season 9 Finale

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"My Finale" was just a start to what would happen with this beloved series. After those final moments! It appears that the creative forces behind this series tried a complete makeover!

A very unexpected path was taken as "Scrubs" transformed! There was an attempt at rebooting the series as a fresh take on the story that kept the hospital setting as its backdrop. It made this special era an event of its own. In 2010, "Scrubs" got a reboot with a spin-off!

The name was "Med School!". A story centered around med students.
These new students got to learn all about the business of the medical field, including some wild hijinks and the chance to take on their own roles in this crazy hospital!

So what about those last episodes? There was one! This last season included episode "Our Thanks".

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Our Thanks:

The big news for Scrubs fans who had been around for ages. There is a super strong debate about what is considered a true farewell. You can clearly see why! The producers were really hoping to keep the series going. In fact, this wasn't even a traditional conclusion!

That reboot never went beyond 13 episodes. The end of season 9.
There were a lot of fans, they didn't get on board with these changes.
That's probably why season 9 wasn't exactly well-received by all fans.
This resulted in "Scrubs" not returning for any more seasons.

id="a-new-chapter-and-what-to-expect-for-season-10">A New Chapter & What To Expect for Season 10

What does this mean for the fans out there? The series is officially making its comeback in season 10. A few details might get your heart racing! The future of Scrubs has some big choices in the episodes that are on their way! You've already seen what an incredible adventure "Scrubs" has been, and the comeback looks like a big statement and one that could leave audiences even more thrilled than the previous nine seasons!.

The writers behind season 10 need to do some super incredible planning. They have a few details to make sure the audience can follow! What did happen after "My Finale" in season 8?
Fans really got into JD's "dream" from those final episodes and want to see if it is truly coming to life!
Fans need an answer and will not let the producers and showrunners forget. "Our Thanks" from season 9, as difficult as it was it looks like those changes and additions should play a role, as some fans who have a keen eye may miss those small details! They also may feel a little confused.
They also have to keep in mind a few memorable and exciting figures: Turk, Elliot, JD, Dr. Cox, and many more.
You have to figure out how to bring this amazing world back with those amazing and well-loved characters to the set.
The most important and tricky moment is making a season that matches the sheer quality of "My Finale," which seems like it might have been the best of these memorable send-offs and finding a great ending. It seems there are big plans. To create a fresh story and add in the elements that the previous seasons offered. That means the end for "Scrubs" might not end there and the reboot may give fans even more to enjoy!

Get ready as "Scrubs" looks to continue and give those who are still fans some new memories. We just might have "Scrubs" going even farther in a reboot! A super interesting approach and it looks like those involved in creating the series are giving their fans what they want, so many of the details may get you thinking! For a remake that seems so powerful, this could go a lot farther. It might just be one of those series that will give viewers a really big surprise! If you haven't watched "Scrubs" it's a must-see!

While this might sound wild and have tons of potential. "Scrubs" fans should brace themselves for some big news! There are new developments happening! In a recent announcement it looks like there might just be some more great news and maybe even more "Scrubs" seasons coming to a screen near you!

Scrubs: The Story Behind Its Multiple Finales

Why Scrubs Almost Ended Before it Should Have:

The True Finale of Scrubs:

A New Chapter - Med School, and the Season 9 Finale

Our Thanks:

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