ABC Renews 'Scrubs' Revival and 'Shifting Gears' for New Seasons
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ABC has renewed the 'Scrubs' revival for a second season and the multi-cam comedy 'Shifting Gears' for its third season, continuing two successful series. The comedy pilot 'Do You Want Kids?' will not move forward at the network.
Facts First
- ABC renews the 'Scrubs' revival for its second season after a successful return.
- The network also renews 'Shifting Gears' for its third season, continuing the family comedy.
- The comedy pilot 'Do You Want Kids?' will not move forward at ABC.
- Most of ABC's current primetime scripted lineup has been picked up for the 2026-2027 broadcast season.
What Happened
ABC has renewed two comedies for new seasons. The 'Scrubs' revival will return for its second season, which will be the 11th season overall for the series. The multi-cam comedy 'Shifting Gears' will return for its third season. The network will not move forward with the comedy pilot 'Do You Want Kids?', which was co-created by Rachel Bloom and Dan Gregor, with Bloom starring.
Why this Matters to You
If you enjoy these shows, you can expect more episodes. The renewal of 'Scrubs' and 'Shifting Gears' means their stories will continue. The network's decision to pick up most of its current lineup may signal a stable schedule for viewers, which could make planning your viewing easier.
What's Next
The network is currently making decisions regarding the pilot for 'The Rookie' offshoot 'The Rookie North'. The midseason entry 'RJ Decker', starring Scott Speedman, is the only show currently awaiting a renewal decision.