Scrubs Revival Returns on ABC With New Interns, Chief Resident
ABC's Scrubs revival opened Season 2 with two episodes, promoting Ava Bunn to series regular and adding John Higgins and Keyla Monterroso Mejia.
ABC's Scrubs revival returned with a two-episode Season 2 premiere, shaking up the hospital roster with a promotion and two new recurring players. Ava Bunn, who plays Tosh, has been upped to series regular, with her character now established as the lead intern.
The premiere also introduced John Higgins as Grant, the new Chief Resident, and Keyla Monterroso Mejia as surgical nurse Mimi. Tamera Mowry-Housley is set to guest star as Dr. Steffie, a pediatric doctor.
Original cast members remain in the mix. John C. McGinley will appear in two more episodes this season, while Judy Reyes will appear in five to six episodes total, according to Deadline.
What's ahead
In the first part of an interview with Deadline, showrunner Aseem Batra previewed the return of Scott Foley, whose character Sean will be back in episode 3. Batra also discussed plans to bring back Johnny Kastl at the end of the season.
Two recurring cast members departed earlier: Joel Kim Booster left as a creative decision, and X Mayo exited due to a scheduling issue.
Quick answers
When did the Scrubs revival return?
It returned with a two-episode Season 2 premiere on ABC.
Who was promoted to series regular?
Ava Bunn, whose character Tosh is now the lead intern.
Which original cast members appear this season?
John C. McGinley will appear in two more episodes, and Judy Reyes will appear in five to six episodes total.