ABC Renews '9-1-1: Nashville' for Season 2

The '9-1-1' spinoff will continue its high-octane drama and music in Music City.

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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ABC has renewed the '9-1-1' spinoff series '9-1-1: Nashville' for a second season, just hours before the show's first season finale and crossover episode with the original '9-1-1' series. The renewal comes as no surprise, as '9-1-1: Nashville' has been a strong performer for the network, ranking as the top new drama series among adults 18-49 in multiplatform viewing.

Why it matters

The '9-1-1' franchise has been a consistent hit for ABC, with both the original series and '9-1-1: Lone Star' performing well. The addition of '9-1-1: Nashville' has expanded the franchise's reach, bringing the high-stakes drama and heroic first responders to the music capital of the world.

The details

Season 2 of '9-1-1: Nashville' is expected to continue the show's focus on the personal and professional lives of its ensemble cast, which includes Chris O'Donnell, Jessica Capshaw, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, LeAnn Rimes, Hailey Kilgore, Michael Provost, Juani Feliz, and Hunter McVey. Viewers can also likely expect more crossover events with the original '9-1-1' series as the two shows continue to air back-to-back on Thursdays.

  • The Season 1 finale and crossover episode of '9-1-1: Nashville' aired on March 5, 2026.
  • ABC announced the renewal of '9-1-1: Nashville' for Season 2 on March 5, 2026, the same day as the Season 1 finale.

The players

ABC

The American television network that airs both the original '9-1-1' series and its spinoff '9-1-1: Nashville'.

Chris O'Donnell

Stars as Don Hart in '9-1-1: Nashville'.

Jessica Capshaw

Stars as Blythe Hart in '9-1-1: Nashville'.

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What’s next

With the renewal, fans can expect to see the return of the '9-1-1: Nashville' cast and crew for a second season, likely premiering in the fall of 2026 alongside the original '9-1-1' series.

The takeaway

The success of '9-1-1: Nashville' demonstrates the continued appeal of the '9-1-1' franchise and the network's commitment to expanding the brand into new settings. The spinoff's focus on the unique culture and high-stakes drama of Nashville has resonated with viewers, paving the way for more seasons of heroic first responders and musical intrigue.