The Pitt Season 2: Real-Time Shift, Emmy Buzz

Production on Season 2 of the acclaimed Max medical drama The Pitt is underway at the Warner Bros. lot in Burbank, CA, with exterior scenes shot in Pittsburgh, PA. The new season, premiering in January 2026, will follow Dr. Michael "Robby" Robinavitch (Noah Wyle) through a real-time 15-hour shift over the Fourth of July weekend, set 10 months after Season 1's finale. The series has earned praise for its realistic depiction of healthcare workers and maintains a 95% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes while remaining among Max's top three most-watched titles globally. Season 1's format, with each episode representing one hour in the ER and a strong ensemble cast, fueled its critical and popular success. Executive producers include R. Scott Gemmill, John Wells, and Wyle, with production by John Wells Productions and Warner Bros. Television. The Pitt is expected to be a major contender at this year’s Emmy Awards.