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The Pitt Season 2 Confirmed for January 2026 on Max

The critically acclaimed medical drama will maintain its real-time format and introduce a time jump in its sophomore season.

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Noah Wyle as Dr. Robby from The Pitt and Patrick Dempsey as Derek Shepherd from Grey's Anatomy
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Dr. Robby walks in front of an ambulance in The Pitt

Overview

  • Max CEO Casey Bloys has confirmed that Season 2 of 'The Pitt' will premiere in January 2026, following the show's successful first season.
  • The series, which uses a real-time storytelling format, will continue this approach in Season 2 while incorporating a time jump, with details on the jump's length still under discussion.
  • Season 1, consisting of 15 episodes, will conclude on April 10, 2025, and has been praised for its healthcare realism and innovative episodic structure.
  • 'The Pitt' has become a flagship series for Max, helping to define the platform's identity distinct from HBO by offering longer seasons and shorter production gaps.
  • Developed by veterans of 'ER,' the show has garnered strong audience engagement and critical acclaim, solidifying its role as a major streaming hit.