Max's 'The Pitt' Faces Lawsuit Claims from Michael Crichton Estate

HBO's Casey Bloys expresses confidence that the legal dispute won't delay the show's 2025 debut.

The estate of Michael Crichton has filed a lawsuit alleging that 'The Pitt' is an unauthorized reboot of 'ER.'
Warner Bros. Television has filed a motion to dismiss the lawsuit, asserting that 'The Pitt' is a distinct and original series.
Casey Bloys, HBO and Max CEO, stated that the lawsuit is unlikely to impact the planned rollout of 'The Pitt' in early 2025.
The Pitt' is a medical drama set in a Pittsburgh hospital, featuring a large ensemble cast, including Noah Wyle and Tracy Ifeachor.
The show aims to bring back traditional procedural storytelling with self-contained episodes, a shift from typical streaming drama formats.