The "Cal Fire" show you are referring to is actually titled Fire Country. It is an American action drama television series created by Max Thieriot, Tony Phelan, and Joan Rater, airing on CBS. The series follows Bode, a man who signs up for a firefighting work release program with Cal Fire in Northern California after being denied parole, seeking redemption in his hometown. The show features firefighting action, personal drama, and the challenges of fighting wildfires
. Key details about Fire Country (formerly known as Cal Fire):
- The series premiered on October 7, 2022.
- It has multiple seasons, with Season 1 having 22 episodes and Season 2 having 10 episodes as of May 2024.
- The storyline covers firefighting missions, personal struggles, and community dynamics in a Northern California town.
- It is available on CBS and streaming platforms like Netflix and Prime Video
There is also a documentary-style show called Cal Fire on Discovery+ that focuses on real firefighting efforts against wildfires in California, showcasing the bravery and exhaustion of the crews fighting these infernos
. In summary, "Cal Fire" as a fictional TV show is now known as Fire Country , a drama about firefighters in California, while "Cal Fire" also refers to real firefighting operations featured in documentary programming.