Scrubs Revival 2026: ABC Air Dates, Next-Day Hulu Streaming, and Weekly Episode Rollout
Last updated: February 9, 2026
Scrubs (2026) on ABC + Hulu: Your Air Dates, Streaming, and Weekly Rollout Game Plan
The Scrubs (2026) revival is officially scrubbing back in with a broadcast-first rollout on ABC and next-day Hulu streaming. If you’re trying to plan a rewatch party, a DVR schedule, or just want to know when new episodes hit Hulu, this guide breaks down the confirmed premiere details and the most likely week-by-week cadence.
Quick facts (the stuff you came for)
- Network: ABC
- Premiere date: Wednesday, February 25, 2026
- Premiere format: Two-episode premiere
- Time: 8 p.m. ET/PT (check local listings for your market)
- Streaming: Episodes stream the next day on Hulu
- Expected cadence after premiere: Weekly on Wednesdays (subject to ABC schedule changes)
The teaser (so you can feel the Sacred Heart vibes immediately)
Confirmed: ABC premiere date + next-day Hulu streaming
ABC has confirmed that Scrubs returns Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026 with a back-to-back (two-episode) premiere. If you’re watching on streaming instead of live TV, ABC’s guidance for its originals is straightforward: next day on Hulu.
Scrubs (2026) Revival Release Schedule: ABC air dates (confirmed + expected)
Only the premiere night is fully “locked” by official announcements. After that, ABC’s usual pattern for half-hour comedies is a weekly rollout—so the table below labels what’s confirmed versus what’s the most likely cadence.
| Episode | ABC air date (Wednesdays) | Hulu availability | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Episode 1 | Feb 25, 2026 | Feb 26, 2026 (next day) | Confirmed night |
| Episode 2 | Feb 25, 2026 | Feb 26, 2026 (next day) | Confirmed night |
| Episode 3 | Mar 4, 2026 | Mar 5, 2026 (next day) | Expected weekly cadence |
| Episode 4 | Mar 11, 2026 | Mar 12, 2026 (next day) | Expected weekly cadence |
| Episode 5 | Mar 18, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 (next day) | Expected weekly cadence |
| Episode 6 | Mar 25, 2026 | Mar 26, 2026 (next day) | Expected weekly cadence |
| Episode 7 | Apr 1, 2026 | Apr 2, 2026 (next day) | Expected weekly cadence |
| Episode 8 | Apr 8, 2026 | Apr 9, 2026 (next day) | Expected weekly cadence |
| Episode 9 (finale, if no breaks) | Apr 15, 2026 | Apr 16, 2026 (next day) | Expected weekly cadence |
Note: Broadcast schedules can shift for special programming or breaking news. If ABC announces any preemptions, the “expected” dates above are the first thing that can move.
The official vibe check (from X)
How next-day Hulu streaming works (and what people usually miss)
“Next day on Hulu” means you don’t need to catch the live ABC broadcast to stay current—new episodes typically appear on Hulu the day after the TV airing. That said, “next day” doesn’t always mean midnight; platforms can post at a set time in the morning based on internal release windows.
- If you watch live on ABC, you’ll see the episode first (real-time, scheduled broadcast).
- If you watch on Hulu, you’ll generally be one day behind—but still on a weekly rhythm.
- If you’re avoiding spoilers, the safest approach is: watch ABC night-of, or watch Hulu early the following day.
What the revival is aiming for (nostalgia, but with 2026 problems)
ABC’s official setup is basically: medicine has changed, the interns have changed, but the J.D. and Turk friendship is still the engine. That’s classic Scrubs—goofy daydream comedy on top, real emotional gut-punches underneath.
Expect the show to balance returning favorites with new faces, so it can work as both a continuation for longtime fans and an entry point for people who only know Scrubs from clips and memes.
The teaser energy (Instagram)
What Reddit Theories Say About This Revival’s Biggest Challenge
If you’ve spent any time in Scrubs fandom spaces, you already know the recurring topic: how the revival handles the legacy of the original run—especially the later-era debate and what “counts” as the real ending. Reddit tends to split into two camps:
- “Keep the heart.” Fans who mainly want the original tone: jokes, music drops, and surprisingly sincere character beats.
- “Don’t repeat the mistakes.” Fans who want the revival to feel focused—less like a reset, more like a true continuation.
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FAQ: Scrubs (2026) revival on ABC and Hulu
- When does the Scrubs (2026) revival premiere?
- Wednesday, February 25, 2026, with a two-episode premiere on ABC.
- What time is Scrubs on ABC?
- 8 p.m. ET/PT (always double-check local listings in case of time-zone differences or local programming changes).
- Will Scrubs be on Hulu?
- Yes. ABC’s originals are slated to stream the next day on Hulu, including Scrubs.
- Does Hulu get both premiere episodes the next day?
- Typically, yes—if ABC airs two episodes in one night, Hulu’s next-day drop generally includes both.
- Will the season release weekly or all at once?
- ABC’s rollout is broadcast-first, so the practical expectation is weekly. If ABC announces a different streaming strategy, this page should be updated.
Related watchlist ideas (to fill the time before Feb. 25)
- Rewatch the emotional pillars: the episodes fans cite as peak “funny-then-ruin-your-day” Scrubs.
- Rewatch the friendship arc: J.D. + Turk episodes that set the tone for why their reunion matters.
- Rewatch the mentor energy: Dr. Cox episodes that define the show’s “tough love” backbone.