Exclusive: Max Thieriot Reveals Exciting Plans for 'Fire Country' Spinoff Series

Fire Country Max Thieriot Has at Least 3 More Spinoff Ideas After Success

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Max Thieriot, who portrays Bode on the popular CBS series Fire Country, has big plans for the franchise and is excited to keep exploring. He believes there is still plenty of untapped potential in Edgewater and beyond.

Thieriot not only stars on the show but also serves as a cocreator, director, and executive producer. He shared his original vision for the show, which includes plans for additional spinoffs set in the same world as Fire Country. (CBS has already picked up the spinoff series Sheriff Country for a full season.)

"When I first started, I was always thinking ahead. In my mind, I had at least three other concepts besides Fire Country," he told Us. "Whether these ideas will come to fruition remains to be seen. However, I do have a few more ideas for this universe."

Thieriot is not only thinking about the Fire Country. He is also working on other projects. He mentioned, "Aside from that, I'm exploring other worlds too. I'm trying to juggle everything but not overwhelm myself."

The CBS series, which debuted in 2022, follows inmate Bode (played by Thieriot) as he seizes an opportunity to reduce his prison sentence by participating in the California Conservation Camp Program. Bode is sent to his hometown, where he reconnects with his family and old friends while striving to make amends.

Fire Country Max Thieriot Has at Least 3 More Spinoff Ideas After Success

Max Thieriot as Bode Leone in “Fire Country” Sergei Bachlakov/CBS

Thieriot expressed his gratitude for everyone who contributed to the creation of Fire Country. He emphasized the collaborative effort involved in bringing the show to life, acknowledging the massive team working behind the scenes. Thieriot also recognized the amazing people who played a crucial role in the project, highlighting the importance of their contributions in shaping the series.

The success of Fire Country is largely attributed to the talented cast and crew working behind the scenes.

Thieriot emphasized the importance of trusting and empowering the team to contribute their creative ideas. He also highlighted the ongoing focus on achieving realism and authenticity in the firefighting scenes.

The show is based on Thieriot’s real-life experiences growing up in fire country, so the final product aims to reflect reality.

Thieriot shared, “That’s probably the biggest thing that I’m always trying to do better. I have a lot of friends that do this job and so it’s always important to me to portray it in the best way possible. Obviously this is still a fictional story but that doesn’t fall short on me.” He emphasized the importance of trust within the team and the collaborative process of pitching ideas to find the best ones for the series.

The exciting season 2 finale, shown on May 17, got fans wondering about the future adventures of Bode, Gabriela, Manny, and the Fire Country crew. Good news is that the show will be back for a third season with even more episodes!

Fire Country Max Thieriot Has at Least 3 More Spinoff Ideas After Success

Thieriot, in reference to season 1 having over 20 episodes and season 2 only having 10, shared that having more episodes allows them to expand on the stories and take their time to develop them. This slower pace prevents anything from feeling rushed. Looking forward to season 3, Thieriot is excited to delve back into that process.

Fire Country has been renewed for season 3 on CBS. All episodes are streaming on Paramount+.

He shared his thoughts on the renewal, saying, “It’s the perfect time because we have so much to explore this season and going forward. Having those extra episodes will really help us map it all out over a longer number of episodes.”

Editor's P/S:

Max Thieriot's vision for the "Fire Country" franchise extends beyond the main series, with plans for spinoffs and additional projects set in the same universe. As a cocreator, director, and executive producer, Thieriot is deeply involved in shaping the narrative and expanding the world of Edgewater. The success of "Fire Country" is a testament to Thieriot's passion for the project and the collaborative efforts of the cast and crew.

Thieriot's focus on realism and authenticity stems from his personal experiences growing up in fire country. The show aims to accurately portray the challenges and rewards of firefighting, drawing inspiration from Thieriot's friends who work in the field. The renewal of "Fire Country" for a third season with more episodes provides an opportunity for the team to delve deeper into the characters' stories and explore the complexities of the fire country setting.