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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Jacob Stolworthy

Noah Wyle reveals ‘brilliant’ choice behind The Pitt’s success

  • Noah Wyle, a lead actor in the medical drama The Pitt attributes the show's success to its unique decision to forgo a musical soundtrack.
  • Wyle explained that co-creator R Scott Gemmill suggested removing music to combat passive viewing habits fostered by streaming services.
  • He believes the absence of music encourages viewers to engage more actively, seeking clues and listening closely to dialogue to understand the severity of situations.
  • Wyle also praised The Pitt's consistent writing, stating it provides satisfying narrative payoffs that prevent viewers from feeling "betrayed" after investing in a series.
  • The HBO Max series, which follows a 15-hour period in a Pittsburgh emergency room, aims for a more rewarding and less jaded viewing experience.

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