9-1-1 Season 9: Everything We Know About the ABC Drama’s Fall Return

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Even if math isn’t your strong suit, you should know that 9-1-1 fans minus the 118 equals one very long summer.

Season 8 marked a major turning point for the ABC procedural, with the death of Captain Bobby Nash (played by Peter Krause) thrusting the firehouse into uncharted, uncertain territory. With the pain of his loss still fresh, along with the myriad changes that follow such an unexpected event, fans are eager to see how the 118 will navigate this strange new world in Season 9.

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Aside from Krause, however, the show’s entire roster of series regulars is expected back for Season 9, including Angela Bassett as Athena Grant, Oliver Stark as Evan “Buck” Buckley, Aisha Hinds as Hen Wilson, Kenneth Choi as Chimney Han, Jennifer Love Hewitt as Maddie Han, Ryan Guzman as Eddie Diaz and Gavin McHugh as Christopher Diaz.

So, what new drama awaits those familiar faces? Read on for a complete breakdown of everything we know about 9-1-1 Season 9 so far, then drop a comment with your own hopes for the 118’s return this fall.

When Does 9-1-1 Season 9 Premiere?

When Does 9-1-1 Season 9 Premiere?

Though an official premiere date has not yet been announced, we do know that new episodes of Season 9 will air Thursdays at 8/7c on ABC this fall. 9-1-1 will be followed by spinoff 9-1-1: Nashville at 9 pm, then Grey’s Anatomy Season 22 at 10 pm.

When Does 9-1-1 Season 9 Start Production?

When Does 9-1-1 Season 9 Start Production?

Production on the procedural’s ninth season is expected to begin sometime in mid-to-late July, according to Oliver Stark, who said in a June 24 interview that he’s returning to set “in about a month.”

Where Will 9-1-1 Season 9 Film?

Where Will 9-1-1 Season 9 Film?

Ryan Guzman had 9-1-1 fans concerned in May when he posted a farewell story to Instagram, fueling speculation that Eddie’s time on the show was coming to an end.

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“Well, it officially happened,” Guzman said. “It’s the last day on this lot. Stage 6, I’ll miss ya. Seven years. That’s crazy.”

But this turned out to be much ado about nothing. Guzman was merely saying goodbye to the Fox lot, where 9-1-1 has filmed since it premiered in 2018; the show is relocating to Burbank for Season 9.

Season 9 Will Introduce the 118’s New Captain

Season 9 Will Introduce the 118’s New Captain

Following Bobby’s untimely demise, the 118 is in serious need of new leadership. Hen was the logical first choice, but when she turned down the promotion, the fandom’s collective attention shifted to Chimney, whose inspiring finale speech all but guaranteed him the gig.

Athena Is Moving Out… and On?

Athena Is Moving Out… and On?

If you were hoping to spend more time in the home that Bobby and Athena built, you’re out of luck. Despite initially balking at the idea, Athena ultimately put the house up for sale in the Season 8 finale, leaving curious fans to wonder where she’ll be putting down roots next. And could Athena’s major life changes also apply to her career? Only time will tell.

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