If you’re yearning for a medical drama that rivals the intensity of Grey’s Anatomy or ER, Prime Video has the perfect series for you.
Created by R. Scott Gemmill, who contributed to ER as a writer and producer, this compelling drama unfolds in a Pittsburgh hospital setting.
The series has garnered significant acclaim, winning five out of the 13 Emmy Awards for which it was nominated, including Outstanding Drama Series and Casting.
Those in the medical community have lauded the show for its authentic portrayal of hospital life, ensuring viewers won’t have to set aside disbelief.
The series initially debuted on HBO Max in January and is also accessible through the HBO Prime Video add-on. Recently, it has been receiving high praise from social media users, who have named it their top drama of recent times.
Set over a 15-hour shift, the show tracks the experiences of staff at the fictional Pittsburgh Trauma Medical Center. Each episode covers one intense hour, drawing viewers into the constant action of the emergency department.
Noah Wyle stars as Dr. Michael ‘Robby’ Robinavitch, the senior attending physician tasked with overseeing the shift.
Robby, burdened by the traumatic memories of losing his mentor during the COVID-19 pandemic, must persevere as he leads a team of doctors, residents, and medical students.
The team includes the challenging Dr. Heather Collins (Tracy Ifeachor), his dependable colleague Dr. Frank Langdon (Patrick Ball), charge nurse Dana Evans (Katherine LaNasa), and third-year medical resident Dr. Samira Mohan (Supriya Ganesh).
The series, titled The Pitt after the fictional hospital’s nickname, has captivated audiences.
On Rotten Tomatoes, it boasts an impressive 95% approval rating. Critics have called it a ‘bracingly fresh medical drama,’ with NPR’s Linda Holmes describing it as ‘a very sharp season of television with outstanding performances across the board.’
Fans have also praised it as ‘phenomenal.’
In a recent Reddit discussion, one user asked for recommendations of the best ‘recent’ shows people had watched.
“I’m talking shows that came out this year or late last year. Don’t hit me up with shows from five years ago, I’ve seen them.”
The top recommendation was The Pitt, with one fan noting their appreciation for the show’s lengthy, continuous shots that follow characters throughout the ER.
“It’s actually quite impressive,” they remarked.
Another fan mentioned that their husband rewatched several episodes and was ‘surprised and impressed’ by the background actors who ‘are speaking in medical speak totally in character doing their background acting.’
The innovative camera work and meticulous attention to detail have undoubtedly set the drama apart.
Excitingly, a new season of The Pitt is scheduled to premiere on January 8.
Set approximately 10 months after the first installment, it will depict a demanding Fourth of July weekend shift, with Dr. Robinavitch returning as the central character.
The Pitt is currently available for streaming on HBO Max via Prime Video.