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Season 2 of 'The Pitt' to Feature Time Jump and New Challenges

The hit medical drama concludes its acclaimed first season and gears up for a January 2026 premiere with a fresh narrative set 10 months later.

Dr. Heather Collins talking to another person in The Pitt.
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Noah Wyle in Max's "The Pitt", Season 1, Episode 15.
Noah Wyle as Dr. Robby looking sad in The Pitt

Overview

  • Season 2 of 'The Pitt' will take place over a 15-hour Fourth of July ER shift, 10 months after the events of Season 1.
  • Production is underway, with a January 2026 release confirmed and key cast members, including Noah Wyle, set to return.
  • The upcoming season will explore Dr. Robby's journey of healing from trauma, including the mass shooting and personal losses depicted in Season 1.
  • The series continues to face legal challenges from the estate of ER creator Michael Crichton, alleging similarities to a proposed reboot.
  • UK audiences remain unable to access 'The Pitt' due to licensing delays, with Max's UK launch not expected until 2026.