The second half of St. Denis Medical season 2 is about to start, and fans do not have long to wait. The show is set to return from its winter break, bringing more chaotic humor from the understaffed Oregon hospital to screens. Here is everything you need to know about the release of the new episode.
When Episode 9 Airs and Where to Watch
St. Denis Medical returns with Season 2 Episode 9 on Monday, January 5, 2026.
The episode will air at its regular time of 8:00 PM Eastern Time / 7:00 PM Central Time on NBC. For viewers on the West Coast, it airs at 8:00 PM Pacific Time.
If you miss the live broadcast, you can stream the episode. New episodes become available to stream on Peacock the day after they air on NBC. This means Episode 9 will be on Peacock starting Tuesday, January 6, 2026.
- Live TV Subscriptions: The episode will also be accessible through live TV streaming services that include NBC in their channel lineup.
A Look Back at the Season 2 Midseason Finale
The last episode before the break, Episode 8, left the hospital in a tense situation. The nursing staff threatened to stage a walkout over their working conditions. Nurse Alex found herself stuck between supporting her fellow nurses and dealing with hospital administrator Joyce.
While Joyce tried to improve morale with food, the underlying problems were not solved. Meanwhile, doctors Ron and Bruce dealt with a strange case involving Joyce’s boyfriend, Sanderson, who swallowed a marble. Alex eventually helped find a temporary solution to the walkout threat, but the episode ended with the staff’s conflicts still very much alive.
What We Know About Episode 9 So Far
Specific plot details for Episode 9 are being kept secret for now. The official title and a story summary have not been shared by NBC or the producers. However, fans can expect the show to continue its signature style as a workplace mockumentary, mixing the daily absurdities of hospital life with the personal stories of its staff.
The show follows the dedicated but overwhelmed team at an underfunded hospital as they try to treat patients and keep their own sanity. Season 2 has seen administrator Joyce taking on ambitious new projects, like a birthing center, after receiving a large private donation.
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The People Who Bring St. Denis Medical to Life
The comedy of the series comes from its talented ensemble cast, led by:
- Wendi McLendon-Covey as Joyce, the hospital’s ambitious and often overwhelmed administrator.
- David Alan Grier as Dr. Ron, the seasoned and dry-humored emergency physician.
- Allison Tolman as Alex, the empathetic but work-focused supervising nurse.
- Josh Lawson as Dr. Bruce, the boastful trauma surgeon.
- Mekki Leeper as Matt, the earnest and sometimes clueless new nurse.
- Kahyun Kim as Serena, the self-assured travel nurse.
- Kaliko Kauahi as Val, the surly nurse administrator.
The show was created by Justin Spitzer, known for Superstore, and is run by showrunner Eric Ledgin. Season 2 has also featured several notable guest stars, including Kristen Schaal, Ariana Madix, and NBA star Draymond Green.
What’s Coming After Episode 9?
While the full schedule for the rest of 2026 is not confirmed, the show’s return in January is expected to be followed by a short break. This is due to NBC’s planned coverage of the Winter Olympics, which run from February 6 to February 22, 2026. This suggests viewers can likely expect a few new episodes in January before the show pauses for the sporting event.
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