Season three of
Scrubs is distinguished by the spectacular fashion makeover undertaken by sexy Dr. Elliott Reid (
Sarah Chalke), who, after concluding that she has had nothing but bad luck since signing on at Sacred Heart Hospital, figures she has nothing to lose by changing her appearance. Meanwhile, J.D.'s chronic jealousy of his fellow physicians figures into a story arc featuring
Scott Foley as Elliott's old flame Sean Kelly (whom she dated briefly in season one). Also, Turk and nurse Carla's (
Judy Reyes) wedding planning makes it difficult for them to work together; bombastic Dr. Cox (John C. McGinley) is willing to sell his soul to be residency director; J.D. begins a relationship with Danni (
Tara Reid), the sister of his former fling (and Dr. Cox's former wife) Jordan Sullivan (
Christa Miller); and Jordan's brother Ben Sullivan (
Brendan Fraser), introduced during season one, makes a brief return to the series. Season-three guest stars include
Spin City veterans Michael J. Fox,
Barry Bostwick,
Brady Bunch alumnus
Maureen McCormick, and Dayna Devon, co-host of the TV magazine show
Extra, whose one-line bit was later expanded into a
George Plimpton-like "special feature" on Devon's own series. Sadly,
John Ritter passed away just before making his third appearance as J.D.'s father. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide