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Fire Country Season 3

Fire Country Season 3 is the third season of the CBS drama series Fire Country, which follows inmate firefighters working with Cal Fire in Northern California.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Fire Country Season 3 is the third season of the CBS drama series Fire Country, which follows inmate firefighters working with Cal Fire in Northern California. The season premiered on October 18, 2024, and continued the story of Bode Donovan as he adjusts to life after prison.

Premise

Season 3 continues the series premise of convicted firefighters working alongside Cal Fire in Northern California. The storyline focuses on Bode Donovan’s transition from inmate firefighter to a free man pursuing a career in firefighting.

Broadcast and release

The season premiered on CBS on October 18, 2024 and concluded on April 25, 2025. It was also distributed for streaming through Paramount+.

Plot developments

The season begins after the events of the Season 2 finale, including Gabriela’s interrupted wedding and the aftermath of a helicopter crash. The new episodes expand Bode’s role and continue storylines involving other main characters.

Cast and production

Max Thieriot stars as Bode, and the season includes returning ensemble cast members from the series. The season is listed with creators Max Thieriot, Tony Phelan, and Joan Rater, and was developed for CBS drama programming.

Key facts

  • Fire Country Season 3 is the third instalment of the series and continues the Cal Fire/inmate firefighter premise.
  • It premiered on CBS on October 18, 2024 and concluded on April 25, 2025.
  • The season follows Bode Donovan after he becomes a free man and continues his redemption arc.
  • Season 3 picks up after the Season 2 finale and includes major story developments involving Gabriela and other core characters.
  • The season aired on CBS and was also available on Paramount+.
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Canadian context

Fire Country Season 3 was filmed in part in Vancouver, Canada, reflecting the role of Canadian production locations in U.S. television drama.[6]

Frequently asked questions

When did Fire Country Season 3 premiere?
It premiered on CBS on October 18, 2024.
When did Fire Country Season 3 end?
It concluded on April 25, 2025.
What is Fire Country Season 3 about?
It follows Bode Donovan and other Cal Fire-linked firefighters as they handle wildfires and personal conflicts in Northern California.
Where could Fire Country Season 3 be watched?
It aired on CBS and was available to stream on Paramount+.
Who created Fire Country?
The series is credited to Max Thieriot, Tony Phelan, and Joan Rater.

References

  1. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/fire_country/s03
    Supports: Series premise, creators, network, and genre
  2. Fire Country Fandom — https://www.fandom.com/wiki/Season_3_(Fire_Country)
    Supports: Season 3 pickup, premiere date, and conclusion date
  3. Paramount+ — https://www.paramountplus.com/sneak-peak/fire-country-season-3-where-to-watch/
    Supports: Season 3 plot setup and premiere context
  4. JustWatch — https://www.justwatch.com/us/tv-show/fire-country/season-3
    Supports: Streaming availability on Paramount+ and related services
  5. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fire_Country
    Supports: Season 3 episode and airing chronology, and Vancouver filming note
  6. TV Guide — https://www.tvguide.com/news/fire-country-season-3-cbs-release-date-cast-trailer/
    Supports: Premiere date, streaming context, and cast notes