The Pitt season 2: Filming has begun on the medical drama starring Noah Wyle

The medical series The Pitt, starring Noah Wyle, has been renewed for a Season 2. Filming has begun, and broadcast is scheduled for January 2026 on Max.

Max’s breathless medical drama The Pitt has officially been renewed for a second season. Starring Noah Wyle and produced by John Wells, the series continues to win over critics and audiences alike with its immersive approach to everyday hospital life. Created by R. Scott Gemmill(NCIS: Los Angeles), the series features a real-time narrative that places the viewer at the heart of the action of a 15-hour shift.

Where and when to see The Pitt Season 2?

Season 2 of The Pitt will air on Max in January 2026.

Synopsis: At Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Hospital, a team of doctors and nurses must deal with the constant urgency and the medical and human dilemmas that punctuate their daily lives. Through the eyes of Dr. Robby Robinavitch, head of the emergency department, The Pitt plunges into the heart of an American hospital facing the modern challenges of the healthcare system.

Filming for season 2: Burbank and Pittsburgh in the spotlight

Production has officially begun on season 2 of The Pitt. Indoor scenes are being shot at the historic Warner Bros. site in Burbank, California, while exteriors are being filmed in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to reinforce the series’ realistic grounding in its urban hospital setting. The second season is scheduled for release in January 2026.

Consistent public and critical success

Right from its launch, The Pitt won over audiences and critics alike, achieving an impressive 93% on Rotten Tomatoes for its first season, then an even higher 95% rating. The series remained among the top three most-watched programs on Max worldwide, confirming its place as one of the streaming service’s greatest successes. Entertainment Weekly describes the series as a captivating and addictive drama, while The Hollywood Reporter hails the use of real time as a particularly effective lever of dramatic tension.

Noah Wyle as a tense department head

Noah Wyle, famous for his role as Dr. Carter in ER, plays Dr. Robby Robinavitch, head of the Emergency Department, a demanding and charismatic role that marks his return to the medical world. He is surrounded by a strong cast including Tracey Ifeachor, Patrick Ball, Katherine LaNasa, Supriya Ganesh, Fiona Dourif, Isa Briones and Gerran Howell, who portray the nursing staff of a hospital under constant pressure.

A nerve-racking, immersive medical series

Unlike series such as Grey’s Anatomy or The Resident, The Pitt uses a real-time format, with long shots and immersive staging, reminiscent of the intensity of 24 Heures Chrono. This narrative choice offers a direct immersion in the urgency and emotion of the situations experienced by the caregivers. Far from romance or melodrama, the series focuses on realism, complex ethical choices and the ongoing tension of a trauma ward.

A production driven by recognized figures in the genre

The Pitt is produced by John Wells Productions and Warner Bros. Television. The project is directed by R. Scott Gemmill, in collaboration with John Wells (Emmy® winner for Shameless, ER), Michael Hissrich, Erin Jontow(Maid, Animal Kingdom) and Simran Baidwan(Manifest, Ordinary Joe, The Good Doctor). Noah Wyle is also among the executive producers, demonstrating his commitment to the series, which he brings to the screen as well as to production.

The essentials about The Pitt

With its second season already in production and scheduled for broadcast in January 2026, The Pitt confirms its status as the new benchmark medical series. Realism, dramatic intensity and an original real-time format are the hallmarks of this critically acclaimed program. Noah Wyle‘s performance, the tense atmosphere of Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Hospital and the quality of the production make this a must-watch for all fans of modern medical series.