Bill Lawrence Addresses Concerns From Fans Over SCRUBS Reboot, Saying "We Could Blow It"
Last week, it was revealed that the Scrubs reboot series from original creator Bill Lawrence was officially in early development at ABC.
Since then, die-hard fans of the show have expressed their concerns that a reboot may not be able to hold up to the original, as so many other rebooted series have failed in their attempts.
Lawrence, who served as the show’s creator and executive producer, responded to some of the concerned fans on social media.
One fan said he “hope[s] this does not happen,” asking Lawrence on X if he’s returning for the reboot. Although he’s developing the followup, he will not return as showrunner.
“Yeah, I will help,” wrote Lawrence in response. “Why would you hope it doesn’t happen? Not a ton of people are working out here. The cast/crew all love each other. And if it’s great you’ll be psyched. If it’s not you won’t watch. Get on board! lol.”
The fan explained that the finale was so “incredible,” he hopes Lawrence and the writers can “recapture that magic,” or else it will “feel forced.”
“I hear you man. And I’m grateful you’re invested,” Lawrence replied. “But we will have to come up with something that makes it seem worthwhile. And hopefully we will nail it. But big fun to try. It’s our job!”
In another response, he admitted, “Look, honestly, this will be like all shows. We could blow it. We could nail it. I’ve had both experiences often.”
“Guess the easy reboot sum up: I get some folks reservations the same way I get others’ excitement,” added Lawrence in a post. “Both just feel like pressure to do something cool/new/good. We’re gonna try. I imagine the world will let us know if it works.”
With Lawrence on board, 20th TV is moving in to secure the main Scrubs original cast — Zach Braff, who plays John ‘J.D.’ Dorian, Sarah Chalke (Elliot Reid), Donald Faison (Christopher Turk) and John C. McGinley (Perry Cox).
It’s unclear if Judy Reyes will return as no-nonsense nurse Carla Espinosa, who left the medical comedy ahead of its final season. According to sources, her character is factored into early plans for the reboot.
Stay tuned for more info on the series as it develops. Are you more excited or nervous about this series reboot?
via: Deadline