Fans of NBC’s medical drama Brilliant Minds have a precise date to mark on their calendars for the next episode. Season 2, Episode 13, titled “The Rabbit Hole,” is scheduled to air on Monday, January 26, 2026. This date follows a planned break in the broadcast schedule.
The show’s winter return on January 5, 2026, brought significant changes to the team at Bronx General Hospital. The upcoming Episode 13 will continue the season’s storylines as Dr. Oliver Wolf and his remaining staff navigate a transformed workplace.
When And Where To Watch Episode 13
The release schedule for Brilliant Minds follows a consistent weekly pattern. New episodes premiere on NBC every Monday night at 10:00 PM Eastern Time / 9:00 PM Central Time.
For viewers who prefer streaming or miss the live broadcast, episodes are available on Peacock the day after they air on NBC. This means Episode 13, “The Rabbit Hole,” will be available to stream on Peacock starting Tuesday, January 27, 2026. The series is also available for purchase on platforms like Amazon Video, Apple TV, and Fandango At Home.
Recent Major Changes At Bronx General Hospital
The episodes leading into the January 26 return set the stage for a major shift. The winter premiere, Episode 11 (“The Boy Who Feels Everything”), resolved the cliffhanger from the fall finale involving Michelle’s car accident and resulted in two main characters leaving the hospital.
Dr. Van Markus, played by Alex MacNicoll, decided to leave Bronx General to focus on raising his son following the death of his ex-wife, Michelle. In the same episode, Dr. Jacob Nash, portrayed by Spence Moore II, accepted a residency position in Texas that combines his medical career with his passion for football.
These dual departures mean Dr. Wolf’s team is notably smaller as they head into the next chapter of the season. How the remaining doctors, including new series regulars Dr. Anthony Thorne and Dr. Charlie Porter, handle the increased workload and complex new cases will be a focus.
What To Expect From “The Rabbit Hole”
While specific plot details for Episode 13 are being kept under wraps, the title “The Rabbit Hole” suggests a complex and potentially confusing medical mystery. The series consistently focuses on Dr. Wolf and his team tackling puzzling neurological and psychological cases.
Show executive producer Michael Grassi has hinted that there is reason for concern about Dr. Wolf’s own state of mind as the season progresses. In a statement, Grassi noted that all may not be as it seems with Oliver’s situation, promising “there are still some surprises” ahead. This tease indicates that personal struggles for the lead character will intertwine with the professional cases.
Given the show’s format, viewers can expect a patient case that challenges the team’s diagnostic skills, alongside continued development of the doctors’ personal stories. The episode will also need to address the immediate impact of losing two key team members.
The show’s star, Zachary Quinto, who plays Dr. Oliver Wolf, has spoken about the emotional impact of the series. He views the audience’s strong reactions as a sign of the show’s success.
“If you were moved and drawn into it and you had an emotional reaction, then I think that means we’re doing our job,” Quinto told CinemaBlend.
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About Season 2
According to episode listings, Season 2 of Brilliant Minds is planned to have a total of 20 episodes. This means Episode 13 is the beginning of the second half of the season. The show’s schedule may face another interruption later in the winter due to the 2026 Winter Olympics, but NBC has not announced specific changes yet.
The core cast leading into these new episodes includes Zachary Quinto, Tamberla Perry, Ashleigh LaThrop, Teddy Sears, and new additions John Clarence Stewart and Brian Altemus. The series is inspired by the real-life work and stories of neurologist Dr. Oliver Sacks.
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