'The Pitt' Season 2 on HBO Max: Meet the Cast
When The Pitt first premiered last year on HBO Max, it arrived without much fanfare: a cast of largely unknown actors, a grounded premise, and no flashy gimmicks. Then word spread. Fast. What started as a low-key debut roared into one of the year’s biggest TV success stories, culminating in an Emmy win for Best Drama Series and a haul of four additional trophies that cemented its status as must-watch television.
Part of the magic? A confident return to classic TV storytelling. The Pitt unfolds over a 15-episode season, released weekly, allowing characters and tension to build organically. Even more daring, each season takes place over the course of a single, relentless 15-hour day in the ER, turning everyday hospital moments into pulse-pounding drama. Add in a cast with undeniable chemistry, and you’ve got a series that feels urgent, human, and deeply addictive.
With the new season premiering Thursday, Jan. 8 on HBO Max, now’s the perfect time to reacquaint yourself with the doctors who make The Pitt such a standout. Here’s a look at the cast of The Pitt season 2. To watch HBO and HBO Max with DISH, add HBO to your DISH subscription today!
Meet the Cast of ‘The Pitt’ Season 2
Noah Wyle as Dr. Michael “Robby” Robinavitch
Noah Wyle is the beating heart of The Pitt, delivering an Emmy-winning performance as Dr. Michael “Robby” Robinavitch. A seasoned attending physician, Robby carries the weight of the ER on his shoulders, balancing leadership, empathy, and a quiet exhaustion that comes with impossible choices. Wyle brings decades of dramatic authority and emotional nuance to the role, making Robby not just the show’s moral center, but its emotional anchor.
Fiona Dourif as Dr. Cassie McKay
Dr. Cassie McKay leads with conviction. Fiercely empathetic and unafraid to push back — even when she clashes with Dr. Robby — Cassie is a recovered addict who’s risen from the ashes and brings hard-earned compassion into every case. Fiona Dourif grounds the role with grit and emotional honesty, making Cassie one of The Pitt’s most powerful forces.
Taylor Dearden as Dr. Melissa “Mel” King
Quirky, brilliant, and deeply compassionate, Mel connects with patients in ways others can’t. Shaped by her relationship with her special-needs sister, she brings a unique perspective and a nerdy charm that sets her apart. Taylor Dearden turns Mel into one of The Pitt’s most quietly compelling — and human — characters.
Katherine LaNasa as Dana Evans
Dana Evans is the heartbeat of the ER — the one who knows where everything (and everyone) is at all times. As the charge nurse, she keeps the chaos moving with humor and hard-earned authority. LaNasa is electric on screen, infusing Dana with everyday charm that makes her instantly beloved.
Patrick Ball as Dr. Frank Langdon
Dr. Frank Langdon returns to the ER carrying more than just his medical bag. After a forced hiatus to confront a prescription-pill addiction that erupted in dramatic fashion last season, Frank is back — brilliant, volatile, and on uneasy footing. The tension between him and Dr. Robby is razor-sharp, cutting through every shared scene.
Isa Briones as Dr. Elena Santos
Isa Briones infuses Dr. Santos with intelligence, intensity, and emotional nuance. Sharp and observant, Elena thrives under pressure but isn’t immune to the toll of nonstop crisis. Briones brings a lived-in authenticity to the role, capturing the way ambition, empathy, and exhaustion collide during an endless shift in the ER.
How to Watch ‘The Pitt’ Season 2 on HBO Max with DISH
The Pitt Season 2 drops this Thursday at 9p ET on HBO Max. To stream new episodes every Thursday directly on Max through your DISH subscription, download the HBO Max app on your favorite device and sign-in using your DISH credentials.
Why The Pitt Hits Different
This return has been circled on our calendar for months. The Pitt doesn’t need to reinvent itself or manufacture drama – the stakes are already baked in. The series thrives on grit, impossible choices, and a group of doctors who show up again and again for their patients, even when it costs them personally. It’s tense, emotional, and the kind of TV people can’t stop talking about. Clear your schedule for this hugely-anticipated new season. Once the day starts at The Pitt, it doesn’t let up.
