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Jason Segel teased Shrinking’s Season 4 at PaleyFest LA, revealing a time jump and a completely new story as Bill Lawrence described seasons 1–3 as a closed arc. Segel hopes Jimmy will open up and have fun again, possibly pursuing a romance with Sofi (Cobie Smulders), with the entire ensemble returning for the new season and Michael J. Fox appearing on stage alongside Harrison Ford.
Deadline reports that Harrison Ford will not exit Shrinking after Season 3; creator Bill Lawrence confirms Ford will return for Season 4, with the story jumping ahead a couple of years to explore how the mentor figure fits into the evolving arc.
After four decades of varied TV roles, Ted McGinley says his Derek on Apple TV+'Shrinking' is a rare career high, with the show embracing him as a regular and letting him balance charm and emotional depth as it navigates grief and second chances in Season 3 and beyond.
Bill Lawrence says the Scrubs revival is hopeful for a Season 2 after a premiere that drew about 11.36 million total viewers across ABC, Hulu, Disney+, and other platforms in its first five days; the return is ABC’s No.1 comedy in adults 18-49 with strong streaming figures, bolstering renewal prospects. The revival brings back core stars (Braff, Chalke, Faison) with recurring appearances by McGinley and Reyes, a new wave of interns under showrunner Aseem Batra, and a tease that Dr. Kelso could return next year, signaling a multi-generational renewal trajectory.
HBO’s Rooster is a warm half-hour comedy led by Steve Carell as Greg Russo, a midlife reinvention story that sends him back to college to support his daughter; the ensemble is strong and the premise is inviting, but the first six episodes feel a bit overstuffed and too fixated on cancel-culture punchlines, though Carell’s performance and the show's heart make it easy to fall for—season 2 is hoped for.
Michael J. Fox guest stars as Gerry, a fellow Parkinson’s patient, in Shrinking Season 3, reuniting with Bill Lawrence and Harrison Ford; the interview covers Fox’s return after retirement, the show’s authentic portrayal of Parkinson’s, and how the ensemble explores community, legacy, and resilience.
Bill Lawrence, creator of the medical sitcom 'Scrubs,' addressed fan concerns about the show's upcoming reboot, acknowledging the pressure to meet expectations. While Lawrence will help develop the project, he won't return as showrunner. The reboot aims to blend a revival of original characters with new elements, introducing fresh interns. Lawrence emphasized the importance of capturing the original's spirit while adapting to modern themes. The original cast, including Zach Braff and Sarah Chalke, is expected to return, though Judy Reyes' involvement remains uncertain.
A reboot of the popular sitcom 'Scrubs' is in early development at ABC, with series creator Bill Lawrence aiming to bring back the original cast, including Zach Braff and Donald Faison. Despite Lawrence's deal with Warner Bros TV, the reboot is considered a separate project, allowing collaboration with 20th Television at ABC. The original show, which aired on NBC and ABC, was a critical success, earning 17 Emmy nominations. The reboot follows a trend of reviving hit network sitcoms, similar to 'The Office' spin-off 'The Paper.'
ABC is developing a reboot of the popular hospital comedy 'Scrubs,' with original series creator Bill Lawrence attached to the project. Although Lawrence has a deal with Warner Bros. TV, an exception has been made for him to work on the reboot, though he won't be the showrunner. The original series, which aired from 2001 to 2010, featured actors like Zach Braff and Donald Faison, who currently host a recap podcast about the show. No cast or crew deals have been finalized for the reboot yet.
The long-rumored reboot of the medical comedy series 'Scrubs' is moving forward at ABC, with series creator Bill Lawrence officially on board. The reboot will be developed by 20th Television, following negotiations to allow Lawrence to work on the project despite his exclusive deal with Warner Bros TV. Talks are underway to bring back original cast members, including Zach Braff, Sarah Chalke, and Donald Faison, while Judy Reyes' participation remains uncertain. The new series is envisioned as a hybrid revival and reboot, introducing new characters alongside the original ones.
A reboot of the popular sitcom 'Scrubs' is in early development at ABC, with original creator Bill Lawrence involved in the project. The new iteration is being developed through 20th Television, although Lawrence will not serve as showrunner if it proceeds to series. The original 'Scrubs' aired from 2001 to 2010, gaining a strong fanbase and critical acclaim. While no cast members are currently attached, Zach Braff has expressed interest in returning. Lawrence is known for other successful shows like 'Ted Lasso' and 'Cougar Town.'
Kieran Culkin, fresh off his success with Succession, is considering a move to TV comedy despite insisting he's "not very funny." At the Critics Choice Awards, Bill Lawrence approached him with an offer, leading Culkin to joke about potentially landing a job. Culkin also hinted at a new comedy project in the works, while playfully referencing the category fraud of Succession being labeled a drama.
Warner Bros. Television has suspended overall deals with top creators including Greg Berlanti, Bill Lawrence, John Wells, Mindy Kaling, and potentially JJ Abrams, as the writers strike continues. The suspensions, which were previously only applied to those without active projects, are expected to be of a suspend-and-extend nature, with the time of the suspension added to the end of their term. While overall deal terminations have not yet occurred, studios are opting for suspensions to avoid paying during the work stoppage.
The animated comedy series, Clone High, has been revived for a new season with the same creators and most of the original voice cast. The new season adds a whole new crop of students to the hormonal stew, including artsy class prez Frida Kahlo and theater kid Harriet Tubman. The show's greatest charm is its sheer silliness, with absurd cartoon violence and juvenile sexual wordplay. Clone High refuses to take itself too seriously, making viewers laugh a whole lot.
Bill Lawrence, the co-creator of Ted Lasso and Shrinking, talks about his career, early firings, and the lessons he learned. He also discusses his involvement in Ted Lasso and how he feels about additional seasons or spinoffs. Lawrence also talks about the possibility of rebooting Scrubs and his current work on Shrinking. He also mentions rushing scripts in anticipation of a potential writers strike.