Wikimedia Commons/The Pitt TV show TV Shawn Hatosy directs & evolves as Dr. Abbot in The Pitt S2, revealing his character's surprising new SWAT team role and personal challenges. April 20, 2026 AceShowbiz - Shawn Hatosy shared his experience directing his first episode of The Pitt during the show's second season and reflected on his evolving role as Dr. Abbot. Initially hesitant about returning midseason, Hatosy was intrigued once he learned that Abbot would be part of a SWAT team, a twist that added new depth to his character.