Patrick Ball joins Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged to talk about his powerful performance as Dr. Frank Langdon in The Pitt on MAX. Patrick dives deep into his character’s emotional journey—from being one of the ER’s most promising doctors to his shocking downfall in Episodes 10 and 11.
They discuss the layers of Langdon’s struggle with addiction, how it impacts his relationships with Dr. Robby and the rest of the team, and what it was like filming the intense confrontation scenes. Patrick also reflects on the real-world themes The Pitt tackles, including the toll the job takes on healthcare professionals.
Highlights from the interview include: • Dr. Langdon’s shocking reveal and how Patrick approached portraying addiction • The fallout with Dr. Robby and what it meant for their mentor-mentee relationship • How Langdon’s actions affect the ER team, especially Dr. Santos • Behind-the-scenes stories from filming his final episodes • Whether Langdon’s story is truly over—or if there's more to come
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