The future of the television show 9-1-1: Lone Star appears uncertain, with rumors suggesting that the series could conclude with its fifth season, scheduled to air this fall.
According to Deadline, amid ongoing production for the fifth season of the drama series on Fox, news surfaced that Sierra McClain, who portrays Grace Ryder, the 9-1-1 operator, has exited the show after a contract dispute. This event has added to the whispers that season five may mark the end of the show.
McClain’s departure came about following a contract renewal offer described as a final “take it or leave it” deal that ultimately led to her decision to leave the series.
In May, Rob Wade, the CEO of Fox Entertainment, expressed optimism to Deadline about the possibility of renewing 9-1-1: Lone Star beyond its fifth season. The determination to renew, according to Wade, is expected to be made before the season premiere in the fall.
Wade commented on the show’s future during a call regarding Fox’s upfront, stating, “Lone Star was not on the schedule this year because of the strike, and we’re really looking forward to getting it back on in the fall. We are excited about the new season. We’re going to see how that goes as always, and then make decisions on that about the future of that franchise.”
Adding fuel to the speculation, Robyn Lively, known for her role as Judd’s (played by Jim Parrack) ex-Marlene Harris, reportedly mentioned in a deleted Instagram post that she was thrilled to be part of what was referred to as the “final season.”
9-1-1: Lone Star expands on the universe created by the original series, 9-1-1 (which transitioned to ABC), and revolves around Captain Owen Strand (played by Rob Lowe) and his son T.K. (played by Ronen Rubinstein) as they manage a firehouse in Austin, Texas.
The ensemble cast of 9-1-1: Lone Star includes Rob Lowe, Ronen Rubinstein, Jim Parrack, Sierra McClain, Gina Torres, Natacha Karam, Brian Michael Smith, Rafael Silva, Julian Works, Kelsey Yates, Skyler Yates, and Brianna Baker.
All four previous seasons of 9-1-1: Lone Star are available for streaming on Hulu.
FAQ Section
Why might ‘9-1-1: Lone Star’ be ending after Season 5?
There is speculation that the show might end due to contract negotiation issues with cast members like Sierra McClain and the consequential departures, as well as Fox’s pending decision regarding the show’s renewal after viewing the performance of Season 5.
When is Season 5 of ‘9-1-1: Lone Star’ expected to air?
Season 5 is expected to air in the fall, although a specific release date has not been disclosed.
Where can I watch the previous seasons of ‘9-1-1: Lone Star’?
All four seasons of ‘9-1-1: Lone Star’ are available to stream on Hulu.
Who is part of the cast of ‘9-1-1: Lone Star’?
The series features actors such as Rob Lowe, Ronen Rubinstein, Jim Parrack, Sierra McClain, Gina Torres, Natacha Karam, Brian Michael Smith, Rafael Silva, Julian Works, Kelsey Yates, Skyler Yates, and Brianna Baker.
Is ‘9-1-1: Lone Star’ related to another show?
Yes, ‘9-1-1: Lone Star’ is a spinoff of the hit series ‘9-1-1’, which moved to ABC.