"Season 2 of the HBO Max drama lacked a PittFest-level catastrophe, but instead explored the PTSD induced by such an event. Namely, in its hero-who looked like an antihero for much of the season-Wyle's Dr. Robby. After watching Robby slowly wither throughout the last shift before his sabbatical, the season 2 finale ("9:00 P.M.") finally sees him break down to Abbot (Shawn Hatosy). Robby finally reveals the enormous pull-and pain-his life's work has on his soul."
"Of course, the new king of TV, Dr. Robby ( Noah Wyle), also returned for an emotional season 2 of The Pitt. The Bear just dropped a surprise episode ahead of its fifth and final season, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms pulled off a feel-good Game of Thrones spinoff, and Steve Carell returned to his comedy roots on HBO's Rooster. What's more? Audiences saw James Marsden on three(!) hit shows this year across Paradise, Your Friends & Neighbors, and Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat."
"Even if it feels a bit too early to call it-I'd say that 2026 is certainly giving last year a run for its money. But don't just take my word for it. If you're looking for something great to watch, we highlighted 12 of the best TV episodes of the year so far below.- Josh Rosenberg"
Early 2026 has produced multiple acclaimed TV contenders, including Widow's Bay as a summer standout, Hacks in its final season, and a second season of Adolescence praised for its depiction of modern love. The Pitt returned with an emotional Season 2, while The Bear released a surprise episode ahead of its fifth and final season. A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms delivered a feel-good Game of Thrones spinoff, and Rooster brought Steve Carell back to comedy on HBO. James Marsden appeared across several hit shows. The Pitt Season 2 finale “9:00 P.M.” focuses on Dr. Robby’s breakdown and reveals the deep emotional cost of his life’s work, shifting the character from antihero to someone confronting profound pain.
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