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Noah Wyle knows that Doctor Robby in season 2 of has made America upset.
Noah Wyle stars as Dr. Michael "Robby" Robinavitch in the medical drama, which is currently HBO's number one most-watched show. With season 2 following season 1's episode count (15 — reflecting a 15-hour workday), there remains a lot of speculation around what season 3 will entail, with questions around Dr. Robby's future in The Pitt.
However, in season 2, . Given the , and given that this is Dr. Robby's final shift before he goes on a sabbatical, fans are wondering what's next. In an interview with ScreenRant's Ash Crossan, when asked about fans' reactions, Wyle discusses his connection to the fans and some of their reactions.
Check out Wyle's comments below:
I'm less honed in than you would think, but I do have children who keep me very aware of what most people are saying. So my son calls me and goes, "Dad, America's really mad at you. You've got to stop yelling at Mohan." Or, "Dad, everybody's really worried about you. They think you're going to kill yourself." So that's usually how I get my feedback, from my son.
Season 2 thus far has been framed around this being Dr. Robby's last day before stepping away for what appears to be a three-month, cross-country motorcycle trip. Although many other co-stars have hinted to fans that he will be back, this looming trip gives Wyle a new sense of urgency and propels the season forward.
as he's seen fighting with co-workers and becoming increasingly nervous about the future of the hospital. Wyle's comments about his son telling him that "America's really mad at [him]" and that "[He's] got to stop yelling at Mohan" show the fans' confusion and anger over Dr. Robby, but also their concern.
Comments like "Everybody's really worried about you. They think you're going to kill yourself" show what fans are concerned about. Viewers have been siding with Dr. Mohan, and it's because Dr. Robby this season has been battling with possible burnout and many intense, newer emotions that fans are not used to seeing.
The trip that Dr. Robby has planned is being portrayed as more of an escape in some ways and less than a traditional vacation. Dr. Robby is seen going through a lot more pressure and interpersonal strain. The loosely defined trip, although it could be helpful and a well-earned chance to regroup, is arriving at a time when Dr. Robby's behavior is becoming more irrational and unpredictable.
; however, Dr. Robby's overall involvement moving forward remains confusing. His departure could be seen as less of a reset and more of a view into what could be waiting when or if he returns. His behavior could affect his colleagues' trust in him, and it could create more instability in an already very high-pressure setting.
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Overall, what makes the fans' reaction to Dr. Robby particularly notable is how deliberately The Pitt is willing to push its central character into new, uncomfortable territory. Dr. Robby has largely been seen as steady and reassuring, but this season, fans see Dr. Robby's volatility and flaws. This new shift, reflected by fans' concern and backlash, will continue to develop moving forward.
The Pitt season 2 finale airs on April 16 on HBO Max.
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