The Pitt).

Max renewed The Pitt for a second season, scheduled to premiere in January 2026. According to TVLine, season 2 will reportedly take place over the Fourth of July weekend, about 10 months after the events of season 1.

The Pitt has been a massive hit for Max, and a second season is already on its way. Critics and audiences alike have praised the medical drama for its writing, pace, realistic storytelling, direction, and the cast's performances, and positive word of mouth has pushed it into the mainstream, making it one of the most talked-about shows as of late. Consequently, Hatosy has gained recognition for his role in The Pitt, which draws attention to his performance in another 2025 series.

Shawn Hatosy Plays One Of The Pitt's Best Characters — Jack Abbot

Abbot Is A Recurring Character

Despite Hatosy not appearing in all 15 episodes of The Pitt, his character, Abbot, certainly leaves a big impression on the audience. Abbot is a war veteran with physical and mental scars. His "existential crisis," openness about mental health and therapy, kindness, and connection to Robby undoubtedly make him one of the most relatable and endearing characters in the Max medical drama. Ultimately, it's hard not to love Abbot in The Pitt, which is why watching Hatosy play someone completely different in another TV show is a bit confusing.

After The Pitt, Hatosy Will Continue His Villain Role In Chicago PD Season 12

Hatosy Stars As Charlie Reid In Chicago PD

Aside from playing Abbot in The Pitt, Hatosy stars as Deputy Chief Charlie Reid in Chicago PD season 12. However, unlike the actor's role in the Max medical drama, his character in the NBC police procedural series is a villain. The season 12 premiere introduces Reid as the D's new mysterious deputy chief, who keeps a close eye on Voight and the Intelligence Unit. As time goes on, viewers learn that Reid's intentions aren't exactly pure.

Reid starts blackmailing Voight in Chicago PD season 12's fall finale, using Intelligence to his advantage. As of the writing of this article, tensions have continued to build between Hatosy's character and the others, and it's only a matter of time before it comes to a head. While the conflict between Reid and Voight in Chicago PD has been rather intriguing, Hatosy's beloved role in The Pitt makes it difficult to see him as a villain.

Source: TVLine