The Pitt turned into one of the most talked-about medical dramas, and as the show moves beyond its second season, there are already conversations about expanding its universe. And no, we aren’t talking about season 3, because that is confirmed! What we’re referring to is a possible spin-off teased by Shawn Hatosy (via People). 

Hatosy is one of the most beloved actors on the show, and while the narrative centers on the day shift, we see some parts of the night-time staff as well, where he absolutely commands the screen. So, let’s look at what the actor said about the spinoff! 

Here’s an overview of The Pitt.

Seasons2CreatorsR. Scott GemmillMajor CastNoah Wyle, Patrick Ball, Katherine LaNasaIMDb Score (as of March 2, 2026)8.9/10 (as of April 5, 2026)

Emmy Winner Shawn Hatosy on The Pitt Spinoff Idea

Shawn Hatosy portrays Dr. Jack Abbot on The Pitt, a night shift attending physician. In an interview, the actor acknowledged discussions about focusing on the hospital’s overnight crew. Here’s what Hatosy said (via People):

There’s been a lot of talk about the night shift. That would be really cool. We could do some cool, interesting things with the tone of the show. 

According to Hatosy, the concept is appealing because it would allow storytellers to experiment. He noted that nighttime environments have a different type of energy in terms of medical emergencies and character dynamics. He also emphasized how the professionals drawn to overnight work are often unconventional, which could lead to some compelling television dramas. 

Could Shawn Hatosy Lead The Pitt’s Night Shift Spinoff?

Shawn Hatosy in The Pitt | Credits: HBO Max

Shawn Hatosy’s growing prominence in the show makes him a natural candidate to lead The Pitt’s spinoff series. Especially after he won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series. 

Beyond acting, he also proved his creative versatility behind the camera by directing an episode. This suggests that the production team trusts him, not just as an actor, but also as a storyteller, so he could very well be involved in the development phase of a spinoff. 

Moreover, fans favor him and have expressed interest in seeing more of Jack Abbot on the screen. He was a bit underutilized in season 2 of The Pitt; hopefully, they can make up for it in the next season or the potential spinoff. Nothing has been officially greenlit yet, but if there’s even a slight chance, would you like to see Hatosy take the lead? 

The Pitt is streaming on HBO Max (USA). 
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