What is the new CBS drama 'Fire Country' about?

'Fire Country' is a new CBS drama that follows a group of firefighters, including incarcerated volunteers, who defend a small Northern California town from devastating wildfires.

Where is 'Fire Country' filmed?

While the show is set in California, most of the filming for 'Fire Country' takes place in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, which the co-creator says is similar to the show's setting.

Who created 'Fire Country'?

'Fire Country' was co-created by Max Thieriot, who also stars in the show. Thieriot grew up in a small town similar to the fictional Edgewater, California, which served as inspiration for the series.

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Incarcerated Volunteers Join Firefighters to Protect Small-Town Drama in New CBS Series

8 Nov

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Summary

Fire Country inspired by real-life Cal Fire program
Filming takes place primarily in Vancouver, Canada
Show features a mix of professional and incarcerated firefighters

Incarcerated Volunteers Join Firefighters to Protect Small-Town Drama in New CBS Series

The new CBS drama Fire Country, which premiered in October 2022, follows a group of firefighters who defend a small Northern California town from the threat of devastating wildfires. Inspired by the real-life Cal Fire (California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection) program, the show features a mix of professional and incarcerated volunteer firefighters who risk their lives to protect their community while also earning a shot at redemption.

Although the series is set in the Golden State, the production primarily takes place in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Co-creator and star Max Thieriot, who grew up in a small town similar to the show's fictional Edgewater, California, says the Canadian filming location isn't that different from the show's setting. "Canada goes through more than their fair share of fires," Thieriot noted in a May 2024 interview, adding that some of the real firefighters working on the show are from Canada and the experience has "been wonderful."