Station 19 Season 7 is not coming to ABC in 2023

Station 19 Season 7 is not to ABC coming in 2023
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Are you ready for another thrilling season of Station 19, as the beloved firefighters return to your screens? If yes, then continue reading to find out more. 

There is no doubt that the new season promises to be a rollercoaster ride that will leave you on the edge of your seat, as it will surely be packed with heart-pounding action, intense rescue missions, and unexpected twists as the courageous team at the Seattle Fire Department navigates through the challenges of their personal lives while bravely battling fires and saving lives, which has excited fans eventually leading to questions like, “When will Station 19 Season 7 return on ABC?” 

Hence, if you are wondering the same and want to know everything, then we can assure you that you have reached the right place to know all your answers about the much-anticipated seventh season, which we definitely think is going to captivate the audience once again! So buckle up and get ready for another exhilarating ride with the much-awaited Station 19 Season 7! Here is everything we know so far about the potential release date and time slot on the ABC network.

Station 19 Season 7 is not to ABC coming in 2023

Station 19 Season 7 Renewal Status: When was it approved?

It is not a surprise that the show was picked up for another season, as the show has been able to average approximately 8.3 million people who have watched an average of 35 days of ABC’s “Station 19″ across traditional and digital platforms. After 35 days of multiplatform viewing, “Station 19″ increases by 294% above its initial Live+Same Day rating in Adults 18-49, virtually quadrupling it. 

There is no doubt that such ratings are incredible for a series that has been on the air for a long time. That’s why the show is making a comeback! Hence, we would suggest that the fans keep a close eye on the social media handles of the network to learn about any new developments. On the other hand, check out the official renewal announcement as shared on Station 19’s Twitter handle, quoting, “More episodes of #Station19 is coming in hot with Season 7.” 

Take a look at the official post below: 

Station 19 Season 7 Release Date: When is it likely to return on ABC?

After much anticipation ever since the series was renewed for a seventh season back in April 2023, for the 2023–24 broadcast season, the fandom was quite excited to see the new chapter of the firefighters from the Seattle Fire Department at Station 19 from the captain down the ranks to the newest recruit in their personal and professional lives. But sadly, this news was quite short-lived, as the season’s scheduled premiere to happen sometime in 2023 has been put on hold!

The ongoing strikes, which include the 2023 WGA strike along with the 2023 SAG-AFTRA strike, which started weeks ago and doesn’t seem to end anytime soon, are causing many production houses to halt their work temporarily with reports circulating that the writing for the upcoming season has not started, which is quite unfortunate when we consider the fact that filming usually begins by the summer season if the network is aiming for its fall release later this year.

Station 19 Season 7 is not to ABC coming in 2023

As a direct result of this situation, it looks like the eagerly awaited new season of the series, which has become one of the highest-rated and most-watched shows on the ABC network since its inception thanks to its association with Grey’s Anatomy, will not be available to stream anytime soon, especially this year, making the fandom wait for longer than they anticipated! The network has also confirmed and decided to postpone the release date for the majority of their scripted shows until next year! 

The report confirms that ABC has shifted the entirety of the fall schedule until next year, as the network will now include all the unscripted shows along with the reruns of prior seasons for the remaining months of 2023 in order to cover up the empty slots for the fall broadcast season due to the lack of active writers and actors that are taking part in the ongoing strikes causing delays in writing and production, which might last for quite some weeks, hence causing a revised schedule. 

Station 19 Season 7 is not to ABC coming in 2023

For your consideration, our best prediction is that the series might make its comeback sometime in the first quarter of 2024, which is January, February, and March. Only if the production commences by the end of this year, it is also speculated to air at the same time slot every Thursday at 8:00 pm on ABC and later be available to stream on Hulu on a weekly basis without causing any unwanted changes in the primetime schedule.

Until then, we’ll just have to wait, as more details will be confirmed later. 

Last but not least, we strongly advise our readers to follow the ABC Network on social media in order to be informed about all the most recent information as it becomes available in the upcoming weeks. To stay up-to-date on the situation of the strikes, the readers should also pay attention to the official statements made by credible sources in the press releases that will be issued in the near future.

Station 19 Season 7 is not to ABC coming in 2023

Station 19 Season 7 Plot: What to expect in the new season?

Fans are eagerly awaiting any tidbits of information that will give them a glimpse into what lies ahead for their favorite characters. But sadly, not much has been revealed about the plot of the next season, as it is way too early for the network to reveal such crucial plotlines, which can lead to early spoilers. But we are certain that the series’ new chapter will expand on its basic premise, which follows: “In Seattle, all firefighters are also trained EMTs and the crew at Station 19 is second to none. Working in 24-hour shifts, these professionals spend so much time together that they build relationships, unlike any others.” 

In addition to this, the new co-showrunner, Peter Paige, stated, “I’m beyond honored to be handed the reins to Station 19 – a show I love, full of incredible, complex characters, and resonant, important stories. To get to partner with a talent like Zoanne as showrunner truly makes it all the more exciting – we share a similar vision for the show, and we’ve got some incredible twists and turns planned for the coming season.” This highlights that the next season will surely be as action-packed as the prior seasons, which is one of the main things the fans desire to see moving forward!

“I feel incredibly honored to be entrusted with this dynamic and relevant show alongside Peter,” Clack said. Further adding, “The diversity of the cast, writers, and crew in addition to their enormous talent and dedication to their craft makes this a thrilling adventure to undertake. We are excited about the stories we get to tell using this worldwide platform and both understand the responsibility of being able to share them as we reach millions of homes weekly. Many thanks to Krista and Shondaland for this opportunity and their faith in us.”

*Spoiler Alert*

As we know that most of the specifics of the seventh season have been kept under wraps. But it is without a doubt clear that the next season will continue from the sixth season’s finale episode, “Glamorous Life,” which showcased the team attending the Firefighters Ball, where Warren will receive his Medal of Valor. After some encouragement from Miranda, Warren accepts the award in honor of those who could not be saved. Dixon is there because his wife oversees the ball. Gibson notices a pregnant waitress named Nanette. 

Later, we learn that Ross privately tells Herrera that she will be named captain. The news leaks out, and Hughes wants to celebrate, which upsets Ruiz. Ruiz and Hughes argue about their relationship. Later, Gibson catches Ruiz kissing Kate Powell. When smoke comes out of a wall, Ross has Herrera take command to find the source. She extinguishes the fire in the basement but notices that the floor above is about to collapse.

She tries to warn the guests, but people, including Ross, Dixon, and Nanette, fall into the hole. Bishop and DeLuca find Nanette and perform an emergency delivery of her baby. Sullivan finds and revives Ross, and they make up. Montgomery finds Dixon, but he succumbs to his injuries and dies. The situation gets under control when, suddenly, Gibson collapses. In the meantime, also take a look at the official promo of the final episode to get an idea about the plot which has transpired so far: 

Station 19 6x18 Promo "Glamorous Life" (HD) Season 6 Episode 18 Promo Season Finale

Station 19 Season 7 Cast: Who will reprise their roles?

The main cast members who are expected to return include Jaina Lee Ortiz as Lt. Andy Herrera, Jason George as Dr. Ben Warren, Boris Kodjoe as Lt. Robert Sullivan, Grey Damon as Jack Gibson, Barrett Doss as Victoria Hughes, Jay Hayden as Travis Montgomery, Danielle Savre as Lt. Maya Bishop, Stefania Spampinato as Dr. Carina DeLuca, Carlos Miranda as Lt. Theo Ruiz, Josh Randall as Captain Sean Beckett, Merle Dandridge as Chief Natasha Ross, and Pat Healy as Michael Dixon.  

Recently, It was reported that Krista Vernoff has officially stepped down from Station 19 and Grey’s Anatomy. “It has been the privilege of a lifetime to be entrusted to run Grey’s Anatomy for the past six years and Station 19 for the last four,” Vernoff said in a statement to Deadline. “The passion of the dedicated fandoms and the impact that these shows have on hearts and minds cannot be overstated. The amount of talent in these two extraordinary casts and these two brilliant writer’s rooms is beyond measure — and these crews work magic week after week.”

Moreover, the Hollywood Reporter also confirmed that the new season would include two new showrunners: Zoanne Clack and Peter Paige. On the other hand, there can be some new additions and removals from the cast, which will be disclosed later. Lastly, the drama is produced by ABC Studios. Stacy McKee serves as showrunner and executive producer, along with Shonda Rhimes and Betsy Beers. Paris Barclay serves as the producing director and executive producer of the series. 

Station 19 Season 7 is not to ABC coming in 2023

Station 19 Season 7 Episodes: How many will be there, and where to stream?

The exact episode count for the seventh season has yet to be announced, but the new co-showrunner Zoanne Clack has confirmed that the new season will be shortened to approximately 12 to 15 episodes as a direct result of the ongoing strikes and cost-cutting, which is a bit disappointing, but probably the best move for the show to at least release new episodes rather than being on a prolonged production schedule to film the standard episode count, which will cause further delays in the series release. 

We’d also like to point out that the titles and synopsis have not been released. These details will be revealed once the release date draws closer to avoid any early spoilers of the seventh season’s plotlines. 

Additionally, we highly urge viewers to catch up with the prior seasons to get an idea of how the story will unfold in the future. All the prior seasons of Station 19 are currently available to stream on ABC, FuboTV, or Hulu Plus, depending on the viewer’s location, with preferred membership plans that the users can choose from. The viewers can also stream all the prior seasons by renting or purchasing them on Amazon Instant Video, iTunes, Google Play, and Vudu based on the user’s location.

Station 19 Season 7: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the station in the show based on?

The station in Station 19 is based on Seattle’s Station 20, located in its Queen Anne neighborhood.

When was the series renewed for its seventh season?

The series was officially renewed for season seven on April 20, 2023.

Who will serve as the new showrunners?

According to the latest reports, Peter Paige and Zoanne Clack will serve as the showrunners.

Outside the USA, where can you stream the show?

For international viewers, CTV acquired broadcast rights in Canada. Sky Living acquired the rights to air the series in the UK and Ireland. With the show later moving to Disney+, full seasons are available in Canada following their release on the CTV network. Indian viewers can stream the show on Prime Video India with various membership plans.

Is there any official teaser or trailer available?

Lastly, the network hasn’t released any new promotional stuff for the seventh season as the release date hasn’t been disclosed, leaving a lot of time for marketing to begin! 

We’ll have to wait for it for some time because the production of the series has also been put on hold due to the ongoing strikes. In the meantime, fans can check out the sixth season trailer to recap all the events that transpired, as it shows, “A group of heroic Seattle firefighters risk their lives and hearts both in the line of duty and off the clock.”

Station 19 Season 6 Trailer (HD)

Catch up on the previous seasons, and let us know what you think of Station 19 being renewed for Season 7 in the comments.

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