The Fire Country universe is officially expanding — and fans couldn’t be more ready.
Following the breakout success of CBS’ firefighter drama, a brand-new spinoff series, Sheriff Country, is headed to screens during the 2025–2026 television season. At its center? A compelling new lead: Sheriff Mickey Fox, played by Morena Baccarin, who made a bold impression in Season 2 of Fire Country.📢 When Was ‘Sheriff Country’ Announced?
CBS confirmed the Fire Country spinoff on February 20, 2025, alongside a slate of renewals for its most-watched programs. The announcement came via Paramount Plus, further solidifying the network’s strategy of building mass-appeal franchises across both broadcast and streaming platforms.
“These returning shows represent a mix of long-standing hits and a new generation of fan favorites,” said Amy Reisenbach, President of CBS Entertainment. “In collaboration with our talented teams, we look forward to delivering another successful season.”
🔍 What Is ‘Sheriff Country’ About?
Sheriff Country will center around Sheriff Mickey Fox, the no-nonsense law enforcement officer tasked with keeping the peace in Edgewater, the same rugged Northern California town central to Fire Country. But Mickey’s challenges extend far beyond the badge.
In addition to dealing with local crime, Mickey must confront a troubled past, including a strained relationship with her estranged father, who operates an illegal marijuana business. Her personal life is further complicated by a mysterious incident involving her wayward daughter—a storyline that promises to add layers of emotional depth and intrigue.
First introduced in Fire Country Season 2, Mickey shared tense scenes with her stepsister Sharon Leone (Diane Farr), Cal Fire’s Division Chief. That family dynamic—part loyalty, part resentment—will likely play a major role in the upcoming spinoff.
🔗 How Is ‘Sheriff Country’ Connected to Fire Country?
The connection between the two shows runs deep.
In Season 2, viewers learned that Mickey was the officer who originally arrested Bode Leone (Max Thieriot), setting his redemption arc into motion. Despite their fraught history, the two eventually reconciled and joined forces to expose a corrupt deputy who had murdered the former sheriff.
That storyline not only cemented Mickey’s importance in the Fire Country universe—it laid the foundation for her own narrative. Now, with a new series, fans will get to explore her world from the other side of the law.
🔥 Why CBS Is Betting Big on the Fire Country Franchise
With Fire Country pulling in an average of 8 million viewers per episode and reaching over 10 million with multi-platform viewing, its success is undeniable. CBS President and CEO George Cheeks had already hinted at a franchise expansion back in June 2023:
“It became very clear this could be a great example of building a franchise from scratch,” Cheeks said. “You guys got your back nine—now let’s start talking about new extensions.”
Now, Sheriff Country is poised to become the first of those extensions—with even more rumored spinoffs on the horizon, including a potential series led by Jared Padalecki (still unconfirmed).
📺 When Will ‘Sheriff Country’ Premiere?
While CBS has yet to announce an official premiere date, Sheriff Country is expected to debut during the 2025–2026 broadcast season, likely airing alongside Fire Country on the network’s Friday night lineup.
💥 The Bottom Line
With Morena Baccarin stepping into the spotlight as Sheriff Mickey Fox, Sheriff Country promises to deliver a gritty, character-driven drama that complements the high-octane action of Fire Country while expanding the emotional and narrative scope of the universe.
More fire. More danger. More heart. The Fire Country franchise is just getting started — and Sheriff Country might be the next big hit to set Friday nights ablaze. 🔥🌲🚓
