Overview
- The season opened Friday, Oct. 17 on CBS with same-day streaming for Paramount+ Premium and next-day access for Essential subscribers, then moves to a 9 p.m. Friday slot starting Oct. 24.
- Showrunner Tia Napolitano says the new run centers on recovery and resilience after a major loss at Station 42 that was confirmed in advance marketing.
- Shawn Hatosy joins as Battalion Chief Brett Richards, a crisis fixer whose tough approach is expected to divide the crew, according to producers.
- Stephanie Arcila’s Gabriela Perez departs early in the season with the series leaving the door open for a possible return.
- Sheriff Country debuts alongside Fire Country with planned character crossovers that connect Sharon Leone’s family to Morena Baccarin’s Mickey Fox.