Summary
9-1-1: Lone Starseason 5 is shaping up to be a mess months before it even hits the air. The9-1-1spinoff’s future was questioned when the main series moved to ABC. At the time of the9-1-1: Lone Starseason 5 renewal, Fox was invested in the future of the Rob Lowe-fronted drama. However, things have seemingly changed behind the scenes because there are now conflicting reports about the drama’s fate.9-1-1: Lone Star’s season 4 endingset up an excellent season ahead, so it would be unfortunate to go out without closure.
9-1-1: Lone Starseason 5 is expected to air in the fall of 2024, with the 17-month hiatus between seasons due to last year’s Hollywood labor strikes. Since there are still no answers about the spinoff’s future, it’s challenging to envision9-1-1: Lone Starstaying on the air much longer.The original9-1-1was let go by Fox due to budgetary concerns, which may prove true for the9-1-1: Lone Starfollowing a big exit.
9-1-1: Lone Star Characters Ranked By Bravery
The 9-1-1: Lone Star characters risk their lives on a daily basis to save people in need. Which firefighter or paramedic takes the title of bravest?
Sierra McClain Is Departing As Grace Ryder
The show isn’t only losing Grace; it’s losing the dynamic between her and her husband, which elevated9-1-1: Lone Starthrough some of its most turbulent times.
Sierra McClain’s9-1-1: Lone Starexitis a significant blow to the spinoff’s upcoming season. As a 9-1-1 call handler, Grace had a front-row seat at the crime scenes and assisted people in danger. Across four seasons, her arc has developed considerably. Her relationship with Judd (Jim Parrack) has also been a strong point, soit isn’t easy to comprehend why such a beloved cast member like McClain is leaving ahead of9-1-1: Lone Starseason 5. Grace has an easygoing personality and connections with most of the other characters. Consequently, explaining her departure will be tough because she and Judd were in a great place.
The show isn’t only losing Grace; it’s losing the dynamic between her and her husband, which elevated9-1-1: Lone Starthrough some of its most turbulent times. It would have been easier to explain Grace’s exit if Parrack was also leaving. As a result, the only likely scenario here is that Grace will either be taking some time away from work or a family emergency will force her to leave town. Despite Grace and Judd being among the best couples in the9-1-1franchise, their story will feel incomplete because they won’t get an on-screen goodbye.
9-1-1: Lone Season 5 May Have Cliffhangers (Despite Likely Cancellation)
9-1-1: Lone Star’s Future Is Uncertain
9-1-1: Lone Star’s uncertain future means cliffhangers are likely for the end of season 5. 20th Television, which produces the show, wasn’t interested in negotiating the cast deals beyond the upcoming season. Without cast deals in place,9-1-1: Lone Starcannot continue unless it’s for a complete reboot with a different cast. Reports claim that much of the show’s cast is looking for new jobs when production wraps up in July. A five-season run in today’s TV climate should be celebrated, but the series' legacy will forever be tarnished if it goes out with cliffhangers.
9-1-1 Season 7’s Finale Sets Up One Series Regular Joining 9-1-1: Lone Star - And It’s Perfect
9-1-1 season 7, episode 10’s ending set up the perfect opportunity for a series regular to move to 9-1-1: Lone Star on a permanent basis.
Is There Still Hope For 9-1-1: Lone Star Season 5?
9-1-1: Lone Star Could Deliver A Compelling Season
With cast options expiring and no signs of new deals being discussed, it’s hard to imagine9-1-1: Lone Starseason 5 being a satisfying final chapter. With production wrapping up well ahead of the season premiere, there’s a chance the creatives could craft two endings to give the show some semblance of closure if it doesn’t get a last-minute reprieve. However, Fox and 20th Television may not want the show to film any additional scenes and could make a final decision down the line.
It could be tricky to reassemble the cast if the decision to renew comes after their options expire.The cast has been vital to9-1-1: Lone Star’s continued success, and without most of them, it would feel like a different show. The tricky aspect is the options expiring before the9-1-1: Lone Starseason 5 premiere, meaning that Fox could cancel it before a single episode even airs. Despite the hurdles, one of the best ways to make a case for renewal is to perform well in the ratings.
9-1-1: Lone Starseason 4’s numbers tower well above Fox’s current offerings, but it would be a miracle if the numbers weren’t affected by the long break between seasons. It’s possible that season 5 could have some great storytelling that brings all the arcs to satisfying conclusions, but with so many characters and so little screen time, it’s unlikely. Another possibility could be one or two characters moving to9-1-1at the end of9-1-1: Lone Starseason 5. Either way, it will be a difficult few months for the series.
