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Relationships between the staff of Sacred Heart Hospital have been shaken since Jordan's revelations.
Turk is sleeping on J.D.'s bed, after Carla kicked him out of his own.
Elliot is having a hard time facing J.D. every day at work.
J.D. desperately tries to get Dr. Cox's attention back, unsuccessfully. Read full recap »

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Writers:: Bill Lawrence

Director:: Adam Bernstein

Stars:: Donald Faison (Dr. Christopher "Chris" Duncan Turk); John C. McGinley (Dr. Percival "Perry" Cox); Judy Reyes (Nurse Carla Espinosa); Ken Jenkins (Dr. Robert "Bob" Kelso); Sarah Chalke (Dr. Elliot Reid); Neil Flynn (The Janitor); Zach Braff (Dr. John Michael "J.D." Dorian)

Recurring Role:: Robert Maschio (Dr. Todd Quinlan); Christa Miller-Lawrence (Jordan Sullivan); Aloma Wright (Nurse Laverne Roberts)

Guest Star:: Scott Peacock (Mr. Zerbo); Bob McClurg (Car Driver)

Elliot's mother being happy she's straight is in reference to a scene in the season one episode "My Old Man", during which she confused Elliot's doubts about being a doctor with coming out as a lesbian. edit »
In the scene where the cast (Carla, Dr. Cox, Elliot etc...) are shown sliding down the halls, Sarah Chalke (Elliot) is on roller skates whereas everyone else is being pulled on a board. This is because Sarah is an excellent roller blader/skater (as seen in later episodes of the show). edit »
Featured Music:
"Overkill" by Colin Hay
"Elenour" by Eddie Quick edit »
In the beginning of the episode when J.D. and Turk are in bed you can see J.D.'s shoulders under the covers because he's not wearing a shirt, but then when Turk accuses him of being homophobic and takes off his covers he's fully dressed. edit »
In the audio commentary they mention that NBC hated this episode, however they do say that this episode received a very high rating on tvtome.com (the former tv.com) and is generally considered a fan favourite. edit »

This episode was nominated for the 2003 Golden Reel Award for Best Sound Editing in Television Episodic - Music. edit »
Title Explanation: "My Overkill" refers to J.D. going overboard in trying to reconcile the gang, when as he states; sometimes it's best to just wait. Also, the song "Overkill" by Colin Hay plays throughout the episode. edit »
Neil Flynn, the "Janitor" now appears as a regular cast member in the opening titles of the show. edit »
The opening titles have been changed and the theme song has been extended. This is one of the few episodes to feature the "new opening" that was removed due to fan protest. edit »
Christa Miller is credited as Christa Miller Lawrence. edit »

J.D.: You know, Elliot, I think we should talk about the sexual tension-
Elliot: There is no sexual tension, okay!... Just... go ahead and look before your neck snaps.
He drops his gaze to her breasts for a few seconds, then meets her eyes again.
J.D.: Awesome!
Elliot: J.D., the problem is this place. I mean, when we broke up, I had to see you the next day... and the next day. And we never... got any distance from the relationship. I never got... to move on, you know?
J.D.: And the-and the sexual tension. edit »
Dr. Kelso: Buzzy, buzz, buzz...
Dr. Cox: I... beg your pardon?
Dr. Kelso: Oh, uh, that's the sound of all the bees in your bonnet. And, Perry, even though I could give a rat's ass, I still think it's a pretty sound! edit »
Dr. Kelso: You did... nothing?
J.D.: Nothing at all.
Dr. Kelso: Great job, sport!
J.D.'s Narration: Huh?
Dr. Kelso: Whenever a patient gets bounced from ward to ward, there's always a chance a high fever could be sustained - or even caused - by a constant stream of different antibiotics. It's call drug fever. And it's a good catch by Dr. Dorian. Next patient! Mush, people. Mush! Hyah! Hyah! Hyah!
Mr. Zerbo: Thank you, doctor.
J.D.: Oh, no problem. edit »
Turk: You should be glad I never took our relationship for granted, you silly woman!
J.D.: If we could just refrain from name calling-
Dr. Cox: Oprah's right!
Turk: Lay off of him.
Carla: You're just pissed because you're still in love with your ex.
Dr. Cox: Okay, that's it! Now, I have killed for so much less than that, and I'll damn sure do it again unless you all shut the hell up right now and I MEAN NOW!
J.D.: Aren't you glad we did this? edit »
J.D.: I think there are some simple solutions. Dr. Cox, you're angry with me.
Dr. Cox: No, I'm not.
J.D.: And you won't admit this, but you're in love with Carla.
Carla: No, he's not.
Dr. Cox: Actually, I am.
Carla: You're starting again.
J.D.: And Carla, you're mad that Turk didn't trust you enough to tell you.
Turk: See? Trust, woman, trust!
J.D.: Whatever. The point is that Turk is sorry.
Turk: Not anymore!
Carla: I can't believe you thought he was a threat.
Dr. Cox: I'm a threat!
Carla: You're not in love with me, you idealize me.
J.D.: Can we just try and stay focused-
Turk: You're mad 'cause I'm scared of losing you?
Carla: Yes, because we're stronger than that!
Dr. Cox: Apparently not! edit »

Troubadour: I have other songs....

Colin Hay (who plays the troubadour in this episode) has had many of his (and his former band's) songs featured on the show including Beautiful World, My Brilliant Feat and Waiting Form My Real Life to Begin edit »
Animal House:

At the end of the episode, when Dr. Cox smashes Colin Hay's guitar outside the hospital, it is very reminiscent of a scene in Animal House where John Belushi's character Bluto destroys a folk singer's guitar against the walls of a stairwell during Delta House's toga party. edit »
J.D.: I thought people were gonna start calling me that in high school when I was in our production of "The Wiz".

The Wiz was a 1970's disco version of "The Wizard of Oz". It starred Diana Ross, Nipsey Russell, and Michael Jackson. edit »

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The Bottom Line: "Well written"
The aftermath of Jordan's revelations ...Continue »
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The Bottom Line: "Series classic"
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The Bottom Line: "Exactly why I watch this series"
A "work things out" episode that revolves around Colin Hay's brillant song "Overkill." ...Continue »
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The Bottom Line: "A very special episode"
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The Bottom Line: "Fine example"
Good season starter! ...Continue »
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