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HBO Renews The Pitt for Season 3 as Season 2 Debuts on HBO Max

The real-time drama returns with 15 weekly episodes set over a single July 4 emergency shift.

Overview

  • The renewal was confirmed by HBO chief Casey Bloys during the Los Angeles premiere event for the new season.
  • Season 2 premiered January 8, 2026 on HBO Max and will roll out 15 episodes on a weekly schedule.
  • The second installment is set 10 months after season 1 and preserves the hour‑by‑hour format of a 15‑hour shift.
  • New cast additions include Sepideh Moafi as Dr. Baran Al‑Hashimi, as the series continues to evolve its ensemble.
  • The Pitt enters its new run as a multi‑award winner, with recent Critics Choice honors and multiple Emmy wins underscoring its critical standing.