ABC has given the green light to a new spinoff of the popular medical drama, “Grey’s Anatomy,” set in the rugged landscape of West Texas. The series, expected to debut in the 2026-2027 season, received a straight-to-series order, bypassing the traditional pilot episode.
The show will focus on a team at a rural medical center in West Texas, described as the last resort for medical care before entering remote areas. The choice of setting has sparked various reactions from fans, with some speculating on potential connections to the original series.
While some questioned the decision to set the spinoff in Texas, others welcomed the change from the original Seattle backdrop. The new series will maintain the creative vision of “Grey’s Anatomy,” with Shonda Rhimes continuing as co-creator and executive producer. Ellen Pompeo, a long-time star of the original show, will also serve as an executive producer for the spinoff.
Details on how closely the new series will tie into “Grey’s Anatomy” or the potential appearance of familiar faces remain undisclosed. Meg Marinis expressed excitement about expanding the “Grey’s Anatomy” universe with new characters and stories set in Texas.
Produced by Shondaland and 20th Television, the upcoming series will be the fourth spinoff of “Grey’s Anatomy,” following the success of “Private Practice,” “Station 19,” and “Grey’s Anatomy: B-Team.”