“Will ‘9-1-1: Nashville’ Shake Up the Franchise? Here’s the Crossover Buzz You Need to Know!”

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Oliver Stark, who plays Buckley on 9-1-1, got fans buzzing over a potential crossover when he posted an Instagram story over the weekend of himself running through some familiar streets. “6 Nashville Miles for breakfast,” Stark wrote over the photo, hinting that he may be in town to make an appearance on the new series.

Meanwhile, 9-1-1: Lone Star resident Rob Lowe was open to the idea of a trip to Music City when asked by Decider in June if he would reprise his role as Owen Strand. “I’ll have to ask Chad Lowe, my brother,” Lowe said. “Chad Lowe is the executive producer/director of 9-1-1 Nashville. So I’m just waiting for my phone to ring. I mean, you know, I hired him on Lone Star [as Owen’s brother, Robert]. I think turnabout is fair play.”

What Is 9-1-1: Nashville About?
NCIS: Los Angeles vet Chris O’Donnell stars in the spinoff, which is described as “a high-octane procedural about our heroic first responders, as well as their family saga of power and glamour set in one of America’s most diverse and dynamic cities.” O’Donnell headlines the drama as Captain Don Sharpe, “a rugged fire captain and rodeo rider who runs Nashville’s busiest firehouse with his beloved son,” according to the official character description. “Don’s a devoted husband and family man, but he has his secrets.”

Who Else Will Star in 9-1-1: Nashville?
Former Grey’s Anatomy star Jessica Capshaw will play the wife of O’Donnell’s character and the mother of his son. There are no character details currently available for the show’s other two cast members, singer LeAnn Rimes and actress Kimberly Williams-Paisley (Nashville, According to Jim).

The ensemble also includes Hailey Kilgore (Power Book III: Raising Kanan), Michael Provost (The Sex Lives of College Girls), Juani Feliz (Harlem) — pictured below, left to right — and acting newcomer Hunter McVey, our sister site Variety reports. Leaning into the show’s musical setting and country vibe, Tony and Grammy Award nominee Kilgore will play Taylor, “a firefighter and incredible singer,” while Provost will portray Ryan, “a modern-day cowboy and firefighter” (and, presumably, the son of O’Donnell’s character). Rounding out the first-responders are McVey as Blue, a haunted bad boy-turned-firefighter, and Feliz – who was part of The Equalizer spinoff’s failed backdoor pilot – as Roxie, “an adrenaline junkie and former trauma surgeon.”

The 9-1-1 Franchise Just Got Louder With ‘Nashville’

The 9-1-1 universe is expanding—again. With Fox greenlighting 9-1-1: Nashville, fans are buzzing with one major question: Will it connect with the OG series or Lone Star? Let’s break down the latest news, rumors, and everything in between about this highly anticipated spinoff.

Understanding the 9-1-1 Universe

Where It All Began – The Original 9-1-1

Back in 2018, Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, and Tim Minear created a show that mixed high-octane rescues with deep emotional drama. That show was 9-1-1, and it quickly became a primetime sensation.

Enter 9-1-1: Lone Star – A Texas Twist

9-1-1: Lone Star dropped in 2020, bringing a more rugged, Southern-flavored take on emergency response stories. With Rob Lowe leading the charge, the Texas-set spinoff showed that this franchise had room to grow—and it did.

So, What’s the Deal With 9-1-1: Nashville?

Confirmed – Nashville Is the Next Big Chapter

Fox has confirmed that a new series, 9-1-1: Nashville, is in the works. While plot details are under wraps, the title alone suggests a mix of country music culture, intense emergencies, and emotionally charged storytelling.

Who’s Involved in the Creative Team?

While the original creators are reportedly not directly writing the spinoff, the production still involves familiar hands from the 9-1-1 world. Tim Minear is likely overseeing the expansion of the universe.

Will There Be a Crossover With 9-1-1 or Lone Star?

The Case for a Major Franchise Crossover

Let’s be honest—fans love a good crossover. Whether it’s Buck showing up in Austin or Owen Strand making his way to L.A., these moments build excitement. With Nashville in the mix, it creates a perfect storm for all three series to collide.

Shared Universe = Shared Drama

Just like the One Chicago franchise, 9-1-1 has all the ingredients for a shared universe. It’s entirely plausible we’ll see cases that span cities—or even national emergencies that call for multiple crews.

Nashville’s Location Is a Strategic Choice

Nashville sits roughly between Los Angeles and Austin geographically. Coincidence? Probably not. It’s close enough to justify in-universe team-ups—especially for multi-state disasters.

Past Crossovers Set the Stage

Remember the Lone Star x 9-1-1 Moment?

Fans still talk about the crossover episodes where Hen and Buck visited Austin. That moment proved two things: