The original post: /r/television by /u/unitedfan6191 on 2025-04-02 18:21:32.
Hi folks and TV fans.
Hope you’re all doing well.
I just have to take a moment to talk about the Scrubs episode “My Screw Up.” Honestly, I think it’s the greatest portrayal of grief in TV history, and I can’t get over how deeply it affected me.
For those who don’t know, in this episode, we see Dr. Cox dealing with the death of his best friend, Ben, played by Brendan Fraser. From the start, you can feel the weight of their friendship, and when the truth about Ben hits, even watching so many times it’s still like a punch to the gut. I remember sitting there, just stunned, as Perry goes through his whirlwind of emotions. It’s just so raw and real—his denial, anger, and that heartbreaking moment of acceptance as JD says ”where do you think we are?”
And then the funeral scene happens. 😭
It’s like watching someone go through the stages of grief right in front of you, and it’s incredibly relatable.
One of the scenes that really got to me was when Perry imagines Ben still being there, only to have that acceptance moment. I found myself tearing up, thinking about how fragile life is and how important it is to cherish every moment with the people we love.
This episode. Is a must-see for anyone who’s ever experienced loss.
Any episodes you like that competes with this for an episode that deals so strongly and profoundly with grief?