Fox Drama Series 911: Lone Star The season 5 finale aired on Monday night (February 3) and fans all broke up about it, but have they been cancelled?
911 The spinoff, which followed First Responses in Austin, Texas, featured Robrow as Captain Owen Strand and Gina Torres as Captain Tommy Vega. The series debuted in January 2020, closing its fifth season this month.
Has 911 Lone Star been cancelled?
Yes, Fox has announced the cancellation of the show Last Septembercausing disappointment among viewers. Many people have expressed their dissatisfaction with the decision and call it “unfortunate.”
In an interview with Varietyshowrunner Ryan Murphy explained that financial constraints ultimately led to the end of the show. “Sadly, we all love the lonely star, but our finances didn't work,” he admitted. “It was a Disney company on Fox's network and it never worked out. And we had it for a long time.”
Not only did he appear in the series (with his son John Owen Lowe), but also served as executive producer, Lowe shared that the cast and crew had anticipated a conclusion. “We all knew it was going to be last season, so it affected everything we did,” he told the outlet.
Looking back at the series, he added: A story I could tell weekly in terms of scope and size – that's probably what I'm most proud of. They were like mini movies every week. ”
Are there any spinoff series available?
Despite the series' conclusions, Murphy hinted at it 911 The universe is not over. He revealed that he and showrunner Tim Minnea are already developing a new spinoff that they hope to premiere in 2026.
“Tim Minnea and I are working on a new spinoff that we're actually writing about and hope to air next fall,” Murphy shared with Variety. “Now we're starting a new show in a new city that can't be named, and it's fun.”
What we know about the spinoff:
Details of future projects are lacking, deadline Last October, we reported that Hawaii is one of the places to be considered.
Minear also confirmed that for now there are no plans to bring back characters from 911: Lone Star For the new series.
As to whether Lowe will recreate his role, the actor remains open to that possibility. “I never say anything. I learned that a long time ago,” he said.
“It's always, what is the story, what is the script, who is doing it, how good the show is?” he continued. “Is it a cheaper, wannabe version, or will it continue to have the production value characteristics that we are truly proud of?
Eventually, he leaves the door open and says, “Who knows? You have to see what everything looks like.”
