28 Gift Ideas for Your “Stranger Things”-Obsessed BFF

You convinced your BFF to binge Stranger Things with you, and now both of you are *only* the biggest fangirls EVER. So as you eagerly await the second season this month, grab a gift for your bestie (and maybe yourself too) that’s inspired by the hit series. Scroll on for 28 winning gift ideas that will get you excited to return to the Upside Down.

1. FallenDesigns Friends Don’t Lie Cross Stitch ($25): Little did Mike know that when he said it to Eleven, he’d just set #FriendshipGoals for everyone watching the show. Channel Mike and El’s BFF status by gifting yours this meaningful cross stitch.

2. Butcher Billy Chill Barb Print ($42): Though Barb’s fate is far from chill, she herself might’ve been the chillest character. If your best pal is just as kind and supportive as Barb was, they’ll definitely appreciate this print.

3. Alphabet Wall Tapestry ($50): Some may consider this tapestry a Halloween prop, but we think it’s Stranger Things fanatic home decor.

4. NerdieNifties El’s Waffles Soy Candle ($7+): Is your BFF crazy for waffles like El? Then they’ll love lighting up this warm, syrupy waffle-scented candle all fall and winter long.

5. charamath Where the Upside Ends Print ($5): Chances are your pal is familiar with poetry extraordinaire Shel Silverstein’s work. Which means they’ll surely appreciate this Stranger Things print’s play on Where the Sidewalk Ends.

6. Rachel Corcoran Stranger Things iPhone Case ($40): Who knew the Byers’ wall would actually become a stylish accessory? Thanks to this phone case, your BFF will now be able to show off their love for the series.

7. FanThreads Stranger Things Ringer ($20+): All your BFF needs to do is throw on a bomber jacket and they’ve basically got their Halloween costume figured out. Better yet, this casual ringer tee will look great for an everyday look.

8. Graveface UFO Abduction “Finally” Glow in the Dark Pin ($7): Did your ST bestie go off the deep end about alien conspiracies (much like Barb in the pool?). This is her pin. It’ll glow once she gets into the Upside Down.

9. carolinemm Stranger Things Dustin Sticker ($3): If Dustin calling up his science teacher made your friend laugh out loud, then they’ll definitely LOL over this sticker. Perfect for sprucing up a planner or notebook, this decorative statement is the gift to get.

10. Human Just a Barb in a World Full of Nancys Pullover ($35): This comfy pullover is practically calling your friend’s name. Seriously, what better to lounge around in while rewatching episodes of Stranger Things?

11. Iconicos Stranger Things Movie Poster ($10+): Gift this glorious moment from the show that’s illustrated and framed.

12. TeesAndTankYouShop Stranger Things Christmas Lights Sweater ($30+): A sweater you can rep Stranger Things pride in *and* rock on Christmas? Your girl won’t want to wear anything else until next year.

13.Paper Girls by Brian K Vaughan ($10+ each): This series of graphic novels is often compared to Stranger Things due to its ’80s nostalgic nature. It’s a story centered on a group of badass girls who encounter a cosmic battle. You and your bestie can read the series together to fill the void in between seasons of your favorite show.

14. MajesticGifts Strange Thing Hoodie ($35+): Does the TV show give her the chills? This cozy hoodie even provides fabric to burrow in when the plot gets real tense.

15. AspenVanHooser Eleven You Look Pretty Good Greeting Card ($5+): Gotta admit, Mike’s sure got a way with words. Charm the pants off your friend with this greeting card that lets them know they “look pretty… uh, good.”

16. StrangewaysStudio We Are All Barb Tote Bag ($18): Getting to show off the Stranger Things love and carry all their essentials in this tote makes it the best gift idea ever. Awesome and practical is the way to go.

17. LawandMoore Stranger Things Poster ($13): Bring a little retro into their home decor with this vintage-style print.

18. Enerjax Stranger Things Print ($18): Brighten up a blank wall with this charming print featuring the gang riding off in the moonlight. They might not have flown off like ET in the show, but we can dream, right?

19. TheGunsofBrixton1979 Hawkins Middle School Radio AV Club Shirt ($22): If you and the BFF love to geek out, then chances are you’d both fit right in with Mike, Dustin, Lucas, and Will. Let them share their love for everything science and nerdy with this Stranger Things-inspired shirt.

20. GreenChickens Stranger Things Wooden Sign ($15): Police Chief Jim Hopper said it best. If they’re the coffee-loving and contemplative kind, this wooden sign will fit perfectly in their kitchen or patio.

21. NERDPINS Stranger Things Pin ($10): This Stranger Things pin is the perfect thing to spruce up an old denim jacket. Um, a stylish upgrade and a token from their favorite show? That’s a winning gift idea.

22. TinyCurtains The Clash Print ($5): There’s no arguing that The Clash’s hit “Should I Stay or Should I Go?” was the unofficial theme song of Stranger Things. If you and the BFF rocked out to the catchy tune, surprise them with this print.

23. FamilyHouseStampin Friends Don’t Lie Bracelet ($12): You’ve never spotted your friend without a bangle on her arm. If so, gift her this unique bracelet engraved with a promise she’ll want to show off every chance she gets.

24. JennysSweetTees Stranger Things Characters Tank ($17): No doubt your Stranger Things-obsessed friend will love getting to rep their favorite fictional characters. And they’ll definitely appreciate the fact Will’s name is shown upside down.

25. ScriptsAndQuips Dustin Quote ($6): Mouth-breathers, beware. As crazy as El was, she always had her friends’ backs. If you and your friend’s younger selves could’ve done with an El in the group (or better yet, your friend IS the crazy loyal one), grab this printable ASAP.

26.  JennysSweetTees Stranger Things Silhouette Chase Tank ($17): If your friend is big on color, then this bright red tank top will do perfectly. The scene brilliantly captures the show’s plot in one graphic, depicting the gang riding their bikes through the woods while Will runs from the Demogorgon in the Upside Down.

27. zakap17 Stranger Things Shirt ($23): C’mon, there’s no turning down this Stranger Things shirt that’s inspired by the iconic Star Wars Drew Struzan poster. El’s practically using the *force* here too!

28. Notes from the Upside Downby Guy Adams ($16): If you and your bestie are looking for hints in the lyrics of the songs on the Stranger Things soundtrack, let this be your guide. Fanatics on Amazon seem to love it.

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Chocolate doesn’t last long in my home — it’s both my vice and my joy. So when I’m gifted a little (or a lot), it instantly puts me in my happy place. Whether you’re indulging yourself or treating the chocolate lover in your life, these gifts go beyond the usual brands. We’ve rounded up gourmet, eco-conscious bars and truffles that are sure to impress — even the pickiest of chocoholics. Plan a chocolate date this weekend — or stash a few for special occasions (if you can resist, that is).

Here are 10 sweet gifts for the chocolate lovers in your life.

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Pink Elephants Dark Chocolate Bar

Feel like a kid again munching on this Pink Elephant Dark Chocolate + Animal Cookies chocolate bar. These colorful and playful bars are handmade in Los Angeles and so delicious.

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GoodSam Dark Chocolate Bar

These keto-friendly vegan bars are just as decadent as the milk-based bars. And for dessert, whip up their Vegan Miso Chocolate Cake recipe, yum!

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Christopher Elbow Signature Chocolate Collection

What chocolate lover wouldn't love 36 pieces of gourmet chocolate bonbons with flavors like Fleur de Sel Caramel, Fresh Lemon, Champagne, and Macadamia Praline.

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Chocolate Bars of the World Gift Box

This isn’t your average checkout aisle chocolate — it’s the kind that makes you think to yourself “whoa.” Go big with the 10-bar box of this award-winning chocolate and you’ve got a month-long flavor adventure that’s part treat, part treasure hunt.

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Hu Organic Milk Chocolate Bars

What I love about these chocolates is their simplicity — they’re made with clean, quality ingredients and completely free of artificial additives or unnecessary fillers. Yet they don’t hold back on flavor. Each bar is a pleasant surprise and suits all cravings: creamy, fruity, salty, and crunchy. This is your chocolate pantry staple.

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SkinnyDipped Super Dark + Sea Salt Almonds

These low-sugar snacks are so good they're perfect for every day and as a sweet gift to someone you love.

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Mast Chocolate Bar Gift Box

Mast packaging is always pretty enough to present as a gift individually, but this gift box offers up six organic chocolate bars, including dark chocolate with sea salt, dark chocolate with sea salt and almonds, and oat milk chocolate with cocoa nibs, for your favorite chocolate lover.

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Raaka Chocolate Best Seller Trio

The Coconut Milk bar in this trio is smooth and creamy with a hint of tropical sweetness, thanks to organic coconut and cacao butter; Bourbon Cask Aged brings a rich, smoky twist; and Pink Sea Salt strikes the perfect salty-sweet balance, using delicate Peruvian pink sea salt to enhance the flavor.

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Alter Eco Organic Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Truffles

Take a bite of these eco-friendly truffles and prepare to swoon. Each one is coated in rich Ecuadorian dark chocolate and finished with a delicate crunch of fleur de sel de Guérande. Inside? A creamy center made with coconut oil that melts in your mouth. Bonus: they're wrapped in plant-based, compostable wrappers.

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Dandelion Chocolate Tokyo & SF Collection

This limited-edition set comes in a sleek box featuring six bars—each crafted from the same beans, yet strikingly different, thanks to the unique interpretations by the company’s San Francisco and Tokyo teams.

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My jaw literally dropped after that Yellowjacketsepisode 9 ending. While Yellowjacketsfans are no strangers to shocking deaths, there was something about losing Van like that after everything she's been through that felt especially traumatic. And if that's how the penultimate episode went, I can only imagine what the writers are gonna do to us during the season 3 finale...

If you're trying to prep for whatever bombshells we're gonna get during the Yellowjackets season 3 finale, then this guide is for you. Here's everything you need to know!

Scroll to see all the details you need to know before we get the sure-to-be explosive Yellowjacketsseason 3 finale.

Where can I watch the 'Yellowjackets' finale?

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You can stream the Yellowjackets season 3 finale on Showtime and Paramount+!

How many episodes of 'Yellowjackets' are there?

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There are 10 episodes of Yellowjackets season 3.

  1. It Girl
  2. Dislocation
  3. Them's the Brakes
  4. 12 Angry Girls and 1 Drunk Travis
  5. Did Tai Do That?
  6. Thanksgiving (Canada)
  7. Croak
  8. A Normal, Boring Life
  9. How the Story Ends
  10. Episode 10

Who's in the 'Yellowjackets' season 3 cast?

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Given the fact that we have a teen cast and an adult cast for Yellowjackets season 3, there are a lot of people on this show. This list includes:

  • Melanie Lynsky (Adult Shauna)
  • Tawny Cypress (Adult Tai)
  • Christina Ricci (Adult Misty)
  • Lauren Ambrose (Adult Van)
  • Simone Kessell (Adult Lottie)
  • Warren Cole (Adult Jeff)
  • Hilary Swank (Adult Melissa)
  • Sophie Nélisse (Teen Shauna)
  • Jasmin Savoy Brown (Teen Tai)
  • Samantha Hanratty (Teen Misty)
  • Liv Hewson (Teen Van)
  • Courtney Eaton (Teen Lottie)
  • Jenna Burgess (Teen Melissa)
  • Sophie Thatcher (Teen Natalie)
  • Ella Purnell (Teen Jackie)
  • Sarah Desjardins (Callie Sadecky)
  • Nia Sondaya (Teen Akilah)
  • Alexa Barajas (Teen Mari)
  • Kevin Alves (Teen Travis)
  • Steven Krueger (Coach Ben)
  • Elijah Wood (Walter)

What happened to Van in 'Yellowjackets'?

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In Yellowjackets season 3, episode 9, the living adult women cross paths with adult Melissa after thinking she was dead for years.

When the group finds out that Melissa faked her own suicide, came up with a new identity, and married the daughter of a woman they killed in the wilderness, needless to say they feel pretty suspicious of Melissa's motives. Things get especially dicey when everyone learns that Melissa sent Shauna a tape recording of one of their notorious wilderness feasts — some of the only actual evidence of their more heinous acts during their time stranded in the woods.

While Melissa's tied up (in her own home, I might add), she turns on the fireplace and keeps the flu closed. Tai and Shauna get CO2 poisoning while Van is outside, leaving Van to save them as quickly as possible. After rescuing her friends, Van unties Melissa to confront her, but can't bring herself to kill Melissa.

Much to everyone's surprise, Melissa doesn't take this mercy with kindness. She turns the knife on Van, stabbing and killing her. Much like Van's literal bleeding heart, I was broken after that.

Where did 'Yellowjackets' season 3 film?

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According to IMDB, Yellowjackets is filmed in British Columbia, Canada and Los Angeles.

Is 'Yellowjackets' based on a true story?

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No, Yellowjackets is (thankfully) not based on a true story!

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Valentine’s Day is all about love, but let’s be real: some gifts just don’t say “I adore you” the way they used to! While romancenever goes out of style, it’s easy for certain Valentine’s Day gifts to feel more like a last-minute grabthan a compassionate, heartfelt expression of love.

If you want to impress your special someone this Valentine's Day, it’s time to retire these 7 “outdated” and overdone gifts that scream predictable.

Scroll on for the 7 “outdated” Valentine’s Day gifts you should definitely skip this year – and what to give instead!

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1. Heart-shaped jewelry

Now don’t get me wrong – heart-shaped jewelry can be super cute, but oftentimes, it can feel a little cheesy and predictable for Valentine’s Day.

Instead, consider your Valentine’s personal interests and search for some jewelry that way. Whether it’s sports, animals, or astrology, you’ll surely be able to find something that suits them more closely.

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2. Huge teddy bears

Those big teddies – or even just the cheap stuffed animals from the drugstore – are not practical whatsoever and tend to collect dust. Unless you know of a very specific plush that your Valentine's been wanting, it’s okay to skip the stuffed animals.

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3. A dozen roses

While red roses can be a romantic gesture, there are so many other flowers to consider. Roses are simply generic AF and very expected – instead, get to the bottom of what your Valentine’s favorite flower is and run with that! From lilies to mums, you could even create your own bouquet with just a little extra effort.

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4. Fake plants

The same idea goes for fake plants. Why invest in a fake plant when a real one can be so much more meaningful? This way, every time your Valentine goes to water the plant you gave them, they’ll be thinking of you. ❤️

5. Matching gifts

Matching t-shirts, mugs, socks, and the like are honestly pretty cringeworthy, unless you’re really into them. Your Valentine will definitely appreciate a unique gift a lot more this year.

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6. Cheap chocolates

Cheap chocolates are good for a last-minute gift, but if you want your gift to feel special to your Valentine, please take the extra time (and money!) to opt for a fancier box. They’ll look better and taste better.

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7. Anything impersonal

All of this goes to say that anything impersonal makes a cliche and outdated Valentine’s Day gift. You don’t even have to go insanely above and beyond for your date this year – just a little extra consideration will definitely make them feel loved.

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The Last of Us season 2 finally returns Sunday, April 13 after more than two years since the season 1 finale. But for the characters, season 2 opens up five years later! So it sounds like we all need a refresher. We already know that this season, The Last of Us introduces us to a few new cast members (and reacquaints us with some familiar faces), but here are the five most important things to remember before you press play this weekend.

Here are 5 key moments from The Last of Us ending you need to remember before season 2 premieres on HBO and Max April 13, 2025.

1. Ellie is dealing with some major trauma.

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In The Last of Us season 1, episode 8 "When We Are in Need," we had the unpleasant experience of meeting a man named David, who says he's a pastor who found God. And over the course of the anxiety-inducing 51 minutes, David kidnaps Ellie, Joel attacks David's men to get her location, and, oh, Ellie realizes David has turned the group into cannibals without their knowledge.

At the end of the episode, David attempts to sexually assault Ellie while the lodge burns down around them. Ellie winds up killing him with a literal meat cleaver before stumbling outside covered in his blood. (I still think about this scene, I hate it so much).

Joel finds her, and from this moment until the end of episode 9, Ellie's a changed person (duh). She's still curious and fun, but she's definitely more closed off than she was before — and we'll have to see how much it affects her five years later.

2. ​Joel saves Ellie at the expense of the Firefly hospital.

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Ellie's troubles are far from over after her run-in with David. In episode 9, "Look for the Light," Joel and Ellie arrive in Salt Lake City. After a very sweet conversation about how she helped Joel heal from his daughter Sarah's death that had me emotional, the Firefly rebels arrive and both knock Joel out and take Ellie.

Joel wakes up in a hospital room, where he learns that the Fireflies will operate on Ellie (who's immune, remember) to get the cure for the infection. The only problem? She won't make it out alive. And in a fit of pure paternal rage, he takes out the entire hospital, including both doctors and soldiers.

3. Ellie is immune thanks to her mom.

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The show finally explains Ellie's immunity in the final episode during a flashback. Ellie's mom, Anna, gives birth to our leading lady right around the moment she's attacked by an immune. And since the umbilical cord still connects Ellie and Anna, the cordyceps infection enters Ellie's body, and immune system, differently than if she'd been bitten.

4. Joel and Ellie return to Jackson.

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The beginning of The Last of Us saw Joel trying to find his brother Tommy, and they do reunite in episode 6, "Kin." After everything that happens at the hospital, Joel and Ellie head back to Tommy's home in Jackson to start their new lives alongside Tommy, his wife Maria, and the rest of the town (including Dina and Jesse, two new friends Ellie has in season 2).

5. Joel lies to Ellie about the cure.

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Perhaps the most important thing to remember about The Last of Us ending is that not only does Joel kill a dozen Fireflies, but he tells Ellie that there were multiple immune people, and that raiders had attacked the hospital. Ellie doesn't know that the cure would cost her life, but she's obviously disappointed by the fact she couldn't help — especially since it's clear she feels like her purpose as an immune is to help develop a cure.

In the final moments of the episode, she tells Joel to swear he was telling the truth. And when he does, all she says is, "Okay."

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The Pittseason 1 has been nothing short of gripping — and even the slower-paced season finale still lived up to that to that hype. From the moment the medical drama's ending started, we finally got answers to questions we've had all season about the incredible, life-saving doctors we've followed for 15 episodes. Let's unpack it all.

Here's everything you need to know about that emotional The Pitt season finale...

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From the jump, we finally found out why Dr. McKay has an ankle bracelet — she's in a custody battle and was deemed flight risk. This explains so much about the tension with the "Bonus Mom" girlfriend, Dr. McKay's ex-husband, and her son. We don't know why the split and custody battle are so contemptuous, but at least it explains why someone with an ankle monitor is able to work in the medical field. It was always obvious Dr. McKay was a good doctor, but this little detail definitely confused me for the whole season.

I'm glad the police decided to let her go after tampering with the monitor — ya know, so she could save lives after a literal mass shooting.

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This Dr. Langdon situation continues to get murky. He chose to confide in Dana which wasn’t necessarily unexpected, but it was interesting. It's clear he was desperately searching for allies to confirm that he's not actually an addict...whether he's looking to confirm that to himself or to Dr. Robbie is another story.

It seems like Dr. Langdon really believes he was just "weening" himself off of the pain medication like a doctor would, but it doesn't seem like anyone else is really buying that. When Dana tells him that Dr. Robbie will do what's best, it really shows how much the entire staff trusts his leadership, but also how questionable Dr. Langdon's choices really may be.

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While we already know David isn’t the shooter from the festival, it's clear that Dr. McKay still finds him a bigger threat than just a depressed high schooler. He may not have deserved the intensity from the police at first, but I think the subsequent persistence for preventative mental health treatment is brilliant. This all feels especially timely given the “manosphere” and the rise of toxic masculinity in young men right now.

Totally love how they approached this, and I hope season 2 gives us a glimpse into a follow-up here.

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When Dr. Langdon and Dr. Robbie finally had their confrontation about the drug use, I was genuinely shocked by Langdon's behavior. Dr. Robbie offered an out that made sense — NA meetings, random drug testing, etc — without requiring Dr. Langon to lose his job (or medical license). Instead of taking that graciously, Dr. Langdon acted out and used Dr. Robbie's panic attack very obviously caused by PTSD against him. This low blow was incredibly addict behavior-coded, and he really only proved that he's not fit to practice.

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After a pretty tumultuous season for her, Dr. Santos definitely proved her bedside manner is so much better by the end! Her cutthroat mentality, rash decision-making, and blunt demeanor clearly wasn't serving her — or her patients — at the beginning of her first shift. Not only did it upset everyone around her, but it lead to some patient complications that honestly could have been avoided.

Now, by the end of her first 15 hours of her Emergency Medicine rotation, it's clear that Santos embraced a thoroughness and thoughtfulness that ultimately lead her to save a man from future self-harm. So proud of her growth!

(And I can't wait to see what roommate Santos and Whittaker are like in season 2!)

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Throughout the episode, the residual blood prints on the floor highlighted the ever-present tragedy the ER just faced in only a few hours. It's such a good, small, specific detail that shows how the doctors, nurses, and overall hospital staff have to continue on in the face of their own trauma, saving more and more lives as the clock ticks on.

These details make Dr. Robbie’s speech all the more poignant. He said, “None of us are gonna forget today — even if we really, really want to.” And while that's exemplary of how people experience trauma in real life, but it also clearly exhibits his character’s direct experience with the trauma of COVID and the loss of his friend and mentor.

With that in mind, it's fitting that Dr. Robbie and Dr. Abbott share an emotional moment the roof after meeting each other there in the first episode. The men discuss the hardship of this role, questioning why they keep coming back day after day to such a heavy job.

Meanwhile, the ER waiting room starts quickly filling up all over again, further highlighting the continuous fatigue and mental health hardships each doctor and medical professional faces throughout their shifts – and their entire careers.

At the end of the day, when all the doctors cheers to the work, the patients saved, and the patients lost, it felt like Nick Caraway's last quote from The Great Gatsby:

So we beat on, boats against the current, borne back ceaselessly into the past.

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Remaining Takeaways:

  • Dr. Whitaker not being able to afford a place to live or a car as a literal doctor shows how messed up it is that we can’t pay a livable wage to the people literally saving lives day in and day out — even when they’re students, interns, or otherwise.
  • Poor Dr. King's caregiver fatigue. I hope she’s okay because she's definitely gonna burnout operating at the level she is — high metabolism or not.
  • The rats coming back is honestly hilarious.
  • Dr. Abbott worked so hard all day with that prosthetic and didn't let a single person or patient feel bad about it. A consummate caregiver.
  • Dana won’t come back — she’ll be the medical professional to break the cycle of putting themselves in this day-in and day-out.
  • We still don't know what's going on with Dr. Collins — I hope she's okay!

Is episode 15 of 'The Pitt' the season finale?

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Yes, episode 15 of The Pitt is the season 1 finale!

How long is the last episode of 'The Pitt'?

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The last episode of The Pitt (episode 15) is 60 minutes long.

Is there a season 2 for 'The Pitt'?

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Thankfully, Max confirmed that The Pitt season 2 is definitely coming! And the best part? We're supposed to get the second season by January 2026 — Yay!

Is 'The Pitt' based on a real hospital?

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No, The Pitt isn't based on a real hospital.

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