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The widow of Michael Crichton claims that "The Pitt" is an unauthorized reboot of "ER," leading to a court case against Warner Bros. A court found sufficient similarities between the two series to allow the lawsuit to proceed. Sherri Crichton argues that her late husband's contract included a clause preventing any derivative works without his consent. The court identified clear similarities, including the setting in an emergency unit and the use of medical terminology. Warner Bros. maintains that "The Pitt" is an original series, but the court disagreed, allowing the case to move forward to a jury trial. Sherri Crichton expressed satisfaction with the court's decision, emphasizing the importance of protecting creators' rights.