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Fire Country Season 4 will continue its run next year after a short winter break. The popular CBS drama will be back on Friday, February 27, 2026, at 9 PM ET/PT, the same time it always is. The next episodes will show how the heated turf war affected everyone, starting a two-part fire event that pushes Bode Leone, Sharon, and Station 42 to their breaking points.

Is Fire Country Coming Back in 2026?

 

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Fire Country Season 4 Return Date

Fire Country will officially return on Friday, February 27, 2026, at 9 PM ET/PT on CBS, just like it does every other week after the midseason break. The second half of Season 4 starts with a two-part fire event that picks up right where the fall finale left off. The aftermath of the turf war turns into a mission that could mean life or death.

• Premiere Date Locked: February 27, 2026.
• Bigger Disasters Ahead: Showrunner Tia Napolitano teased “a huge, awesome fire for our midseason finale and premiere two-parter,” promising unpredictable wildfires and emotional upheaval.
• Three Rock Reopens: The rebuilt inmate-firefighter camp returns with a new crew of other inmates, each fighting for a fresh start under stricter oversight.
• High Hopes & Hard Lessons: Bode’s internal turmoil deepens as he struggles with guilt and ambition, while Sharon Leone (Diane Farr) faces renewed pressure to lead Station 42 amid federal investigations.
• New Battalion Chief: Shawn Hatosy officially joins the cast as the new battalion chief, bringing a polarizing leadership style that complicates dynamics across the station.

When Is the Fire Country Season 4 Midseason Finale?

The flames won’t cool anytime soon. “Who Owns the Dirt,” the fall finale of Fire Country Season 4, will air on CBS on Friday, December 19, 2025, at 9 PM ET/PT. This exciting finale is the last episode before the winter break, and it leaves us on a fiery cliffhanger for 2026.

• Turf War Ignites: Station 42 goes head-to-head with neighboring Drake County as a red flag warning creates ideal conditions for chaos in Northern California.
• High Stakes Wildfire Situation: The conflict escalates into a dangerous fire threatening to extinguish massive areas of forest and farmland.
• Team Responds Under Pressure: Bode Donovan (Max Thieriot) and his elite firefighters must enlist civilians to contain the inferno, mirroring Cal Fire’s real-life partnerships during wildfire crises.
• Network Break: CBS confirmed this episode serves as the midseason finale, giving viewers a breather before the series reignites in early 2026.

What’s Happening in Fire Country Season 4?

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A Town Still Mourning Vince Leone

Fire Country Season 4 begins after the Zabel Ridge Fire, the nursing-home blaze that killed Vince Leone (Billy Burke). His loss reshapes Edgewater County as grief, guilt, and duty collide.

• Vince’s Legacy: Sharon Leone (Diane Farr) grieves while stepping up as Cal Fire Division Chief.
• Troubling Discovery: Sharon uncovers a clue in Vince’s belongings that deepens her guilt.
• Bode’s Struggle: Bode Donovan (Max Thieriot) throws himself into work, chasing redemption after his prison sentence.
• Manny’s Burden: Manny Perez (Kevin Alejandro) adjusts to life as battalion chief, balancing command with mentorship.
• More Emergencies: Red flag warnings spark new blazes, including a condemned-building rescue that tests the team.

Episode 6 — “Your Voice in My Head”

This episode, which aired on November 21, 2025, is about loss and starting over. It became a fan favorite because of how deeply it made people feel.

• Jake’s Fire: Station 42 battles a smokehouse blaze as Jake Crawford faces memories of his late father.
• Bode Steps Up: Bode keeps Jake grounded,v reversing their usual mentor dynamic.
• Eve’s Choice: Eve Edwards (Jules Latimer) rethinks her future with Francine, realizing love thrives in tiny ways.
• Family Shock: Sharon’s estranged mother, Ruby Quinn (Christine Lahti) resurfaces, teasing new family drama.
• Reckless Bode: He clashes with investigators after finding illegal fireworks, risking his parole.

Where Can I Watch Fire Country Season 4?

 

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On CBS & Paramount+

Fire Country airs on CBS every Friday from 8 to 9 PM ET/PT. For Paramount+ Premium members, each new episode comes out the same night. F or standard subscribers, it comes out the next day.

• Weekly Access: Every Friday night episode continues Fire Country Season 4’s arc through high stakes rescue operations around Northern California.
• Streaming Flexibility: Fans can replay each dangerous fire and emotional twist anytime on ParamountPlus.com.
• Catch Up Easily: Earlier seasons, including the dangerous zipline accident arc from Season 3, are fully available for binge-watching before the midseason return.
• CBS Connection: For viewers preferring broadcast, CBS still airs reruns on late-night slots through the winter hiatus.

On Prime Video & Other Platforms

Those outside the U.S. or without Paramount+ aren’t left out. Fire Country episodes also stream via Amazon Prime Video the day after airing, along with multiple regional options.

• Prime Video Availability: Episodes appear within 24 hours after broadcast.
• Other Options: Viewers can find the fourth season on the CBS app, Apple TV, or select cable on-demand libraries.
• Rewatch Value: Episodes like “Your Voice in My Head” encourage repeat viewing to spot clues in Bode’s investigation and Sharon’s painful family history.

Who Stars in Fire Country Season 4?

 

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Main Cast (Returning)

This season 4 cast includes both seasoned veterans and newcomers who bring the story’s emotional power to life. Through redemption, duty, and a search for identity after loss, each character’s story arc is linked.

• Max Thieriot as Bode Donovan: The troubled teen turned firefighter continues fighting for a fresh start while haunted by guilt over his troubled past.
• Diane Farr as Sharon Leone: Now station captain and widow, Sharon struggles with grief and her estranged mother’s return, testing her personal resilience.
• Kevin Alejandro as Manny Perez: The new battalion chief mentors Bode while navigating his own redemption arc after a prison sentence.
• Jules Latimer as Eve Edwards: A cal fire veteran who finds balance between duty and love, redefining what family means amid chaos.
• Jordan Calloway as Jake Crawford: A firefighter coping with loss, Jake’s growth provides emotional grounding as he and Bode finally reconcile.
• Stephanie Arcila as Gabriela Perez: Though leaving town for national recruitment duties, her absence shapes Bode’s loneliness and internal turmoil.

New & Guest Additions

Not only does the fourth season bring back old flames, but it also introduces new characters who cause new rivalries and revelations within Station 42.

• Christine Lahti as Ruby Quinn: Sharon’s estranged mother whose sudden reappearance stirs a painful family history involving manipulation and guilt.
• Shawn Hatosy as New Battalion Chief: His polarizing leadership style challenges both Sharon and Bode, hinting at conflict to come after the break.
• Michael Trucco as Luke Leone: Bode’s former classmate and uncle figure who unexpectedly reconnects as the Leone family unravels.
• Three Rock Recruits: A new crew of other inmates joins the Three Rock reopens program, mirroring Bode’s own journey toward a fresh start.
• Guest Spots from Sheriff Country: Episodes tease crossovers with the Sheriff Country spinoff, expanding the shared world of Edgewater County.

Why Did Billy Burke Leave Fire Country?

 

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Billy Burke’s Exit Explained

After Vince Leone died in the Season 3 finale, Billy Burke‘s character was no longer in Fire Country. This was confirmed in the Season 4 premiere on October 17, 2025. The decision came from the creative team, not Burke himself, to reflect the real danger Cal Fire crews face.

• Final Scene: Vince dies rescuing his father from a burning memory-care facility during the Zabel Ridge Fire.
• Creative Choice: Showrunners Tony Phelan and Joan Rater said they wanted “a loss that shakes the whole show.”
• Lasting Impact: Vince’s death drives Bode Leone to honor his father’s legacy and protect Edgewater County.

Other Cast Departures

Season 4 also marks changes across Edgewater as familiar faces step aside to make room for new arcs and the Sheriff Country spinoff.

• Stephanie Arcila (Gabriela Perez): Leaves early in Season 4 to recruit Cal Fire recruits nationwide after Vince’s death. She told Deadline she “never says never” about returning.
• Leven Rambin (Audrey James): Appears briefly in early episodes as Bode’s girlfriend but steps away following fan backlash and the “troubling discovery” subplot.
• Evolving Three Rock: Several other inmates finish their arcs as the fire camp reopens under new leadership.
• Creative Direction: Producers said future seasons may widen focus to show Cal Fire’s statewide teams and reflect modern diversity.

Final Thoughts

Fire Country Season 4 delivers emotion, loss, and redemption in equal measure. Starting with the episode where Vince Leone died in the premiere and ending with the raw moments that force Bode Leone, the young prisoner turned firefighter, to have a serious conversation with his grief, this season shows that no fire burns for no reason.

Although each character reacts to the fire in their own way, they all work together to show us that healing is essential for survival. Watch out, Edgewater’s story isn’t over yet.

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