‘The Pitt’ Season 2 Earns Near-Perfect Score, Critics Rave Across the Board

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Critics are loving the second season of HBO’s medical drama, The Pitt, which premieres this Thursday. It initially received a perfect score of 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, and currently holds a very high rating of 94% based on 18 reviews.

Critics are praising the series for building on what made its first season a hit. Zach Pope called it “PERFECT so far” while Ben Gibbons from Screen Rant wrote, “Once again, The Pitt proves it’s uniquely positioned as one of the most intense and impactful medical dramas on TV thanks to a spectacular cast, fast-moving story, and the incredible realism built in.” Slant Magazine added that the new season is “another carefully calibrated tapestry of chaos and humanity.”

Reviewers praised the show for its emotional resonance and focus on subtle, impactful details. Therese Lacson of Collider noted the series offers increased heartfelt interactions between staff and patients, exciting medical cases, and unexpected plot twists. Alise Chaffins of Substack observed that the second season emphasizes small gestures of kindness, and Katie Doll at CBR described it as a high-quality, well-produced show.

HBO’s ‘The Pitt’ has quickly become a hit, being the network’s first new medical drama in over two decades. The show’s first season steadily attracted a large audience, becoming a global success and receiving significant praise at the 2025 Emmys – it won awards for Best Drama Series, Lead Actor (Wyle), and Supporting Actress (Katherine LaNasa).

Season 2 continues the show’s format of focusing on a single hour within the Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center. This season jumps ahead to the Fourth of July, bringing fresh challenges and unusual medical cases, like injuries from fireworks.

While HBO hasn’t officially announced a third season, the show’s strong start and positive reviews make it seem probable. Fans are wondering what the future holds, especially now that Netflix owns Warner Bros. However, HBO Max chief Casey Bloys has promised that The Pitt will continue for many years, though it’s still unclear how the show will fit into the changing world of streaming.

Season 2 of The Pitt promises to be even more gripping and emotionally powerful than its first season. Early reviews are very positive, describing the new episodes as both exciting and deeply moving. Thanks to compelling acting and a well-crafted story, the show looks set to remain a top drama on HBO.

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2026-01-05 21:14