Scrubs Season 8

After watching Scrubs for seven years(Now going on eight), I was excited to find out that ABC picked up the Show after it's abrupt and horrific end in season seven. Zach Braff seemed ecstatic to be leaving NBC and I was happy for him. Scrubs on a new network, more funding, and bringing back the old writers. What could be better? Well, I can tell you Scrubs Season 8 is an enormous disappointment. Being a part of the loyal Scrubs fan base for this long of a time, it kind of obligates me to watch these new episodes, but I'm definitely not enjoying it. Every week I tune in, it overwrites the memories from previous seasons ( GOOD SEASONS)!

As for more funding, the reason why J.D. hasn't been in two episodes (thus far) is because in order for the show to meet budget a few of the main characters have to miss 3 episodes of this season. Terrible? Definitely, you'd think after 7 years they would "donate" their ridiculous compensations for the viewer's sake at least. So you can count on Zach Braff missing another episode in season 8 (in addition to core cast members). I believe this aspect of (the budget/cast) season 8 is draining on this season's conclution, halting the progression if you will. For those of you that don't know this will be FOR SURE Zach Braff's last season. So for him to take a 3 episode "break" really does put the brakes on wrapping up his character.

I thought Scrubs Season 8 was suppose to be the new beginning, getting back to its roots as a comedy with a hint of drama to give it a nice balance. I look back at seasons 2 and 3 and can't find a dull moment. Now, looking at season 8 I squint to find a moment worth my time(maybe that's a bit harsh). Most of season 8 is straight drama with a few forced comic lines thrown into it. I feel like the writers are trying to cram the new interns down our throat. Why you ask? Well ABC wants to continue Scrubs Season 9 with a focus on interns and/or Turk. They want to keep the show going without having Zach Braff as a focus. To me the show will not be the same without John Dorian's crazy antics, for those of you that get your jollies solely off Turk, well we'll see how long Scrubs Season 9 lasts.

Overall, I love Scrubs. Scrubs has been a great show, but Scrubs season 8 has been frustrating. I know a lot of spoilers have come out I'm scared to look at them because I think the writing this season is dreadful. I'm afraid to turn on entertainment tonight to find out the season finale is J.D. dying in a horrific hand gliding accident.

Leave a comment let me know what you think about Scrubs season 8, do you think I'm over reacting.