HBO Max schedules The Pitt season 2 to begin Jan 8, 2026 at 9:00 p.m. ET

Movieweb reports that HBO Max will premiere The Pitt season 2 on January 8, 2026 at 9:00 p.m. ET, with subsequent episodes released each Thursday at the same time; the article lists episode dates through April but gives both April 16 and April 26, 2026 as the season finale.

The new season preserves the series' real-time format, spanning 15 hours across 15 episodes, each representing one hour at Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Hospital. Season 2 is set over the Fourth of July weekend and will include an influx of emergencies and a power outage, while offering more character building. The show was created by R. Scott Gemmill and returns starring Noah Wyle as Dr. Michael “Robby” Robinavitch; season 1 launched with over 16 million viewers for the premiere and about 10 million viewers for subsequent episodes.

No third season has been confirmed; the article says an announcement in early 2026 seems inevitable if the show maintains viewership and critical acclaim. Fans are advised to catch up on season one and prepare to tune in beginning January 8, 2026.

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