Max’s ‘The Pitt’ Captivates Audiences with Realistic Medical Drama

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Max‘s new medical drama, *The Pitt*, has quickly become a must-watch series, captivating audiences with its gritty portrayal of life in a modern-day hospital emergency room. Created by *ER* veteran R. Scott Gemmill and produced by longtime *ER* showrunner John Wells, the show premiered on Jan. 9, 2025, and has already garnered critical acclaim and a devoted fanbase.

The series, set in the fictional Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Hospital, follows a 15-hour shift in the emergency room, with each episode covering one intense hour. The show’s realistic depiction of medical challenges, from fentanyl overdoses to sickle cell crises, has resonated with viewers and critics alike. Noah Wyle leads the cast as Dr. Michael ‘Robby’ Rabinovitch, alongside Tracey Ifeachor, Patrick Marron Ball, Supriya Ganesh, and Fiona Dourif.

Kristen Baldwin of *Entertainment Weekly* praised *The Pitt* as ‘the most engrossing and addictive medical drama to come along since *Grey's Anatomy* and, well, *ER*.’ The series boasts a 92% critics score and a 91% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, solidifying its place as a standout in the medical drama genre.

New episodes of *The Pitt* are released every Thursday at 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT on Max. The third episode, ‘Hour 3: 9 AM – 10 AM,’ aired on Jan. 16, 2025, with the season finale scheduled for April 10, 2025. The show’s unique real-time format and focus on the fast-paced, chaotic nature of emergency rooms set it apart from other medical dramas.

*The Pitt* also tackles pressing issues in healthcare, such as nurse shortages, racial bias, and the impact of COVID-19. Katherine LaNasa’s portrayal of charge nurse Dana Evans has been particularly praised for highlighting the critical role nurses play in hospital settings. The show’s attention to detail and commitment to realism have earned it accolades from both medical professionals and viewers.

To watch *The Pitt*, viewers can subscribe to Max, which offers three subscription plans: $9.99 per month with ads, $16.99 per month ad-free, and $20.99 per month for the ultimate ad-free experience. A bundle with Disney+ and Hulu is also available for $16.99 per month with ads or $29.99 per month without ads.

With its gripping storytelling and authentic portrayal of healthcare challenges, *The Pitt* is poised to become a defining medical drama of the decade.