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Noah Wyle Reflects on ‘The Pitt’ and Its Deep Ties to ‘ER’ Legacy

The Pitt, Max’s critically acclaimed medical drama, wraps its first season with production underway for a time-jumped second season set for 2026.

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ER's George Clooney and Noah Wyle in scrubs
Taylor Dearden as Mel in The Pitt.

Overview

  • The Pitt, created by ER veteran R. Scott Gemmill, follows a 15-hour emergency room shift at Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center in real-time episodes.
  • Season 1, now fully streaming on Max, has received widespread acclaim for its authenticity and immersive storytelling, solidifying its renewal for a second season.
  • Noah Wyle, who stars as Dr. Michael Robinavitch, returns to medical drama for the first time since his iconic role on ER, creating a sense of nostalgia for fans.
  • Production for Season 2 is underway, featuring a ten-month time jump to a Fourth of July weekend, with a premiere expected in January 2026.
  • Filming on The Pitt included a medical boot camp on Stage 12, adjacent to the set of ER, which Wyle described as a ‘full circle’ moment in his career.