'Scrubs' reboot attracted 11.4 million viewers across platforms in five days
The show returned after 16 years off the air
The premiere set ABC streaming records for comedy
Viewership combines traditional TV and streaming metrics
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The 'Scrubs' medical comedy reboot returned to ABC television last week after a 16-year hiatus, attracting 11.4 million viewers across ABC broadcasts and streaming platforms within its first five days, according to Nielsen ratings and Disney data, marking a significant comeback for the beloved series. The impressive viewership total combines traditional television measurements from Nielsen with digital viewing data from Disney's platforms, including Hulu, where the reboot also found substantial audience engagement. According to Disney executives, the premiere episode achieved ABC's most-streamed comedy episode and most-streamed series premiere in more than a year, surpassing the previous record held by the Tim Allen and Kat Dennings-led series 'Shifting Gears,' which premiered on January 8, 2025. The strong performance suggests that the original fanbase has remained loyal despite the lengthy absence and that the reboot successfully captured new audiences through its multi-platform availability, demonstrating the enduring appeal of the hospital comedy format that first aired from 2001 to 2010.
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Mar 3, 2026 3:30pm PT ‘Scrubs’ Reboot Premieres With 11.4 Million Viewers in Five Days By Selome Hailu Plus Icon Selome Hailu Latest ‘Yellowstone’ Spinoff ‘Marshals’ Premieres With 9.5 Million Viewers on CBS 31 minutes ago Apple TV Sets First Look Deal With ‘Imperfect Women’ Creator Annie Weisman 4 hours ago ‘Bridgerton’ Season 4 Hits 28 Million Views After Part 2 Drops 4 hours ago See All “ Scrubs ” returned to ABC after 16 years last week, and it seems that much of its old audience has come back too. The first episode of the reboot hit 11.4 million viewers in the five days following its premiere. That total comes from a combination of Nielsen’s measurement of viewers who tuned into ABC’s initial telecast and encore airings plus Disney’s own data regarding streamings on Hulu and other digital platforms. Per Disney, “Scrubs” achieved ABC’s most-streamed comedy episode and most-streamed series premiere in more than a year. The previous record holder was the Tim Allen and Kat Dennings-led series “Shifting Gears,” which premiered on Jan. 8, 2025. Related Stories How Much Are Bruce Springsteen Tickets? The Promised Range for 'The Promised Land' Is $87-$3,007, With Nearly Row-by-Row Variations In-Between
