The Pitt Season 2 Episode 1 release date and time are right around the corner. Season 2 of the series will take place during the Fourth of July weekend. It will showcase injuries on Independence Day, fireworks, alcohol accidents, poor judgments, and celebrations turned upside down. In the previous season, viewers witnessed Pittsburgh’s Trauma Medical Center work, dealing with endless emergencies as Dr Robby dealt with one trauma after another. As such, the stakes are high for the new chapter.
Here’s all you need to know about The Pitt Season 2, Episode 1, including its release date and where you can watch it.
When is The Pitt Season 2 Episode 1 release date & time?
The episode’s release date is January 8, 2026, and the release time is 6 p.m. PT and 9 p.m. ET.
Check out its release times in the U.S. below:
| Timezone | Release Date | Release Time |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Time | January 8, 2026 | 9 p.m |
| Pacific Time | January 8, 2026 | 6 p.m |
Find out how many episodes will be available to watch in the second season right here.
Where to watch The Pitt Season 2
You can watch The Pitt Season 2 Season 2 via HBO Max.
BO Max is a popular streaming service that offers a wide variety of entertainment. Viewers can enjoy classic films, popular Hollywood blockbusters, and award-winning movies from different genres. It includes famous HBO original series such as Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon, The Last of Us, and Succession. Unlike many platforms, HBO Max does not offer a free trial for its users. As such, viewers must pay for a subscription to access the platform.
What is The Pitt about?
The official synopsis for The Pitt is as follows:
“The staff of Pittsburgh’s Trauma Medical Center work around the clock to save lives in an overcrowded and underfunded emergency department.”






