9-1-1 Fans Disappointed as Show Takes 3-Week Break

New episodes of the hit drama series won't return until April 30th.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 10:00pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of shattered glass and glittering shards, capturing the high-stakes drama and glamour of a hit TV show through dramatic lighting and abstract textures.The unexpected break in new 9-1-1 episodes leaves fans eager to see what dangerous emergencies and personal drama await the show's beloved first responder characters.Los Angeles Today

Fans of the hit ABC drama series 9-1-1 will have to wait a few more weeks for new episodes, as the show is currently on a short hiatus. The series, which follows the lives of first responders in Los Angeles, won't return with new installments until April 30th, leaving viewers disappointed about the break in the action.

Why it matters

9-1-1 is a consistently strong performer for ABC, so the network's decision to take a break in the middle of the season has left many loyal fans frustrated. The show's large and devoted fanbase is eager to see what happens next with the characters they've grown to love.

The details

According to the show's official Instagram, 9-1-1 is taking a 3-week break, with new episodes set to resume on April 30th. The next new episode, titled 'I Got You Babe,' will feature the 118 first responder team dealing with multiple emergencies, including a child trapped near a high-voltage tower and a boat accident on a freeway.

  • 9-1-1 season 9 will return with new episodes on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET on ABC.
  • The show's official Instagram announced the 3-week break on April 9, 2026.

The players

Oliver Stark

Stars as firefighter 'Buck' on 9-1-1.

Aisha Hinds

Stars as firefighter 'Hen' on 9-1-1.

Elijah M. Cooper

Stars on 9-1-1.

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