What Time Does The Pitt Drop on HBO Max? (Exact Release Time + Time Zones)
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What time does The Pitt drop on HBO Max?
Quick answer: The Pitt drops on HBO Max at the same time each Thursday.
9:00 p.m. ET / 8:00 p.m. CT / 7:00 p.m. MT / 6:00 p.m. PT
If you’re outside the U.S., the release will appear at the equivalent local time (often early Friday morning in Europe).
HBO Max has been treating The Pitt like “appointment TV,” with episodes arriving at a consistent prime-time hour instead of a midnight drop. That means you can plan your watch party without guessing.
The Pitt drop time by time zone (easy copy/paste)
Here’s the most useful time-zone breakdown for U.S. viewers (plus a few international reference points).
| Time Zone | Local Drop Time | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern (ET) | 9:00 p.m. | Thursday |
| Central (CT) | 8:00 p.m. | Thursday |
| Mountain (MT) | 7:00 p.m. | Thursday |
| Pacific (PT) | 6:00 p.m. | Thursday |
| Alaska (AKT) | 5:00 p.m. | Thursday |
| Hawaii (HST) | 4:00 p.m. | Thursday |
| UTC / GMT (reference) | 2:00 a.m. | Friday |
| Central Europe (CET) (reference) | 3:00 a.m. | Friday |
| India (IST) (reference) | 7:30 a.m. | Friday |
| Sydney (AEDT) (reference) | 1:00 p.m. | Friday |
| New Zealand (NZDT) (reference) | 3:00 p.m. | Friday |
Daylight Saving Time note: ET/PT offsets usually shift together, so U.S. conversions stay consistent. International conversions can shift by an hour during DST changeover weeks.
When is the next episode of The Pitt on HBO Max?
In the U.S., the simplest rule is: Every Thursday night at 9:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. PT.
Quick “next episode” checklist
- Refresh HBO Max a minute or two after the hour.
- Try closing and reopening the app (especially on TVs).
- If you’re traveling, confirm your device time zone is set correctly.
Does The Pitt drop at midnight on HBO Max?
Not usually. Unlike some streaming releases that appear overnight, The Pitt is typically scheduled for a prime-time release window (9 p.m. ET).
How to watch The Pitt on HBO Max (fast tips)
- Search: “The Pitt” on HBO Max, then open the show page.
- Go to Episodes: The newest episode is usually first (or marked “New”).
- Use a watchlist: Add the show so it’s easier to spot on release night.
If the new episode isn’t showing up
- Force-close the app and relaunch it.
- Restart your TV/streaming device.
- Check for app updates.
- Try another device (phone/tablet) to confirm the episode is live.
FAQ
What time does The Pitt drop on HBO Max?
9:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 p.m. PT on Thursdays.
What time is The Pitt on HBO Max in Central Time?
8:00 p.m. CT on Thursdays.
What time is The Pitt on HBO Max in the UK?
Typically around 2:00 a.m. early Friday morning (varies during DST transition weeks).
Is The Pitt weekly or binge?
The Pitt is generally released weekly (not as a full-season binge drop).
Sources
- Warner Bros. Discovery Pressroom (HBO Max programming & announcements)
- HBO Max social posts (X/Twitter + Instagram)
- Trailer hosted on YouTube (HBO Max channel)