Grey's Anatomy is a series.
Grey 's Anatomy is an American medical drama television series that premiered on American Broadcasting Company ( ABC ) as a mid-season replacement on March 27 , 2005 . The series focuses on the fictional lives of surgical interns , residents and attending physicians , as they evolve into seasoned doctors while trying to maintain personal lives and relationships . The series was created to be racially diverse , utilizing a color-blind casting technique . It has received multiple Emmy nominations , including two for Outstanding Drama Series .