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Say what you will about medical dramas, but the facts don’t lie: Grey’s Anatomy has 18 seasons under its belt with Season 19 debuting in the fall of 2022.

The Shonda Rhimes hit has been described as a “sensation” and “revolutionary” since its scandalous pilot episode, which came to ABC back in 2005. 

Loyal fans remember those early days well — when the campy theme song promised raunchy scenes between interns and attendings.

Now that the 18th season has made it to Netflix, is it time to catch up?

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And, moreover, is it worth hopping on the Grey’s Anatomy train now? After all, 18 seasons is quite the undertaking.

Here, we’re taking a look at why Grey’s Anatomy achieved such success, how it changed the TV landscape and if becoming a devotee of this pop cultural phenomenon so late in the game is worth your while. 

Why Is Grey’s Anatomy So Successful?

Dedicated fans have followed Dr.

Meredith Grey (Ellen Pompeo) and co. for nearly two decades. In fact, it’s the

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