Brilliant Minds
Inspired by the extraordinary life and work of world-famous author and physician Oliver Sacks, “Brilliant Minds” follows a revolutionary, larger-than-life neurologist and his team of interns as they explore the last great frontier - the human mind - while grappling with their own relationships and mental health.
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- 2024-2026
- 2 seasons
- NBC
- Drama
- TV-14
Inspired by the extraordinary life and work of world-famous author and physician Oliver Sacks, “Brilliant Minds” follows a revolutionary, larger-than-life neurologist and his team of interns as they explore the last great frontier - the human mind - while grappling with their own relationships and mental health.
Season 2 Episode Guide
20 Episodes 2025 - 2026
Episode 0
Episode dated 1 July 2026
Wed, Jul 1, 2026
Episode 1
The Phantom Hook
Mon, Sep 22, 2025 42 mins
Dr. Wolf treats an MMA fighter's unexplained symptoms while Dr. Pierce explores job opportunities beyond Bronx General.
Episode 2
The Contestant
Mon, Sep 29, 2025 42 mins
A reality show contestant lands at the hospital with an unusual delusion. Dr. Pierce fights for her future at Bronx General.
Episode 3
The Pusher
Mon, Oct 6, 2025 42 mins
After a woman is apparently pushed in front of a subway train, Wolf and his team fight to help her and the non-verbal autistic man she is caregiver for before he is arrested for the incident. After Dr. Pierce is reinstated, Dr. Kinney tries to find out who reported her.
Episode 4
Lady Liberty
Mon, Oct 13, 2025 42 mins
Drs. Wolf and Pierce make a house call to assess a conservatorship patient, while Dr. Kinney becomes intrigued by someone outside the hospital.
Episode 5
Once Upon a Time in America
Mon, Oct 20, 2025 42 mins
Two critical patients arrive, forcing Dr. Wolf and Dr. Nichols to take extreme measures to save their lives.
Episode 6
The Doctor's Graveyard
Mon, Oct 27, 2025 42 mins
Dr. Wolf is haunted by a ghost from his past, and a patient arrives at Bronx General who appears to have risen from the dead.
Episode 7
The One That Got Away
Mon, Nov 3, 2025 42 mins
A patient from Dr. Wolf's past returns, turning him into the one needing treatment.
Episode 8
The Upside Down
Mon, Nov 17, 2025 42 mins
During a troubled flight, a patient experiences a complete reversal of their life circumstances.
Episode 9
The Fire Fighter
Mon, Nov 24, 2025 42 mins
A firefighter hero grapples with telling his family about his ALS diagnosis.
Episode 10
The Resident
Mon, Dec 1, 2025 42 mins
Dr. Wolf helps a ballerina recover after a mysterious illness. The team tries to get Sam on the liver transplant list. Secrets are revealed at the hospital's annual holiday gala that changes the course of the doctors' lives.
Episode 11
The Boy Who Feels Everything
Mon, Jan 5, 2026 42 mins
Dr. Wolf's team unites while a colleague battles for survival.
Episode 12
The Rider
Mon, Jan 12, 2026 42 mins
A rugged cowboy struts into Bronx General with mysterious symptoms and brings the rodeo with him. Dr. Wolf develops a relationship with someone who has ties to his father.
Episode 13
The Rabbit Hole
Mon, Jan 26, 2026 41 mins
Dr. Wolf and his team navigate sorority life when treating a college student with a life-threatening illness. Dr. Thorne cares for a child who mysteriously collapsed.
Episode 14
The Invisible Man
Mon, Feb 2, 2026 42 mins
A grisly accident puts everyone at Bronx General in danger and leads to a shocking revelation about Dr. Wolf.
Episode 15
The Missing Person
Wed, May 27, 2026 42 mins
A fleeing party girl arrives at the hospital, and doctors must discover what she's escaping. When Wolf misses his shift, a concerned Carol searches for him, worried about his well-being.
Episode 16
Senses
Wed, Jun 3, 2026 42 mins
Wolf struggles as a psych patient at Hudson Oaks and makes a shocking discovery. A famous chef arrives at Bronx General following a terrifying accident at his restaurant.
Episode 17
Doctor, Interrupted
Wed, Jun 10, 2026 42 mins
Wolf grows intrigued by a peculiar Hudson Oaks patient showing signs of possession. Carol and Thorne assist newlyweds facing intimacy issues.
Episode 18
Through the Looking Glass
Wed, Jun 17, 2026 42 mins
Wolf returns to Bronx General and treats an ex-convict experiencing a medical crisis during a hostage standoff. Ericka and Charlie treat a critically ill newborn.
Episode 19
The Hero's Journey
Wed, Jun 24, 2026 42 mins
Wolf cares for a nervous teen facing awake brain surgery. Meanwhile, Carol and Dana look into potential corruption at Hudson Oaks.
Episode 19
Episode #2.19
Wed, Jun 24, 2026
Episode 20
The Way Home
Wed, Jul 1, 2026 42 mins
Wolf and Josh's relationship is tested on a personal case. Carol and Thorne treat a patient with a huge secret. Van helps Ericka and Dana through their crises.