9-1-1 (franchise)

9-1-1 is an American procedural drama TV franchise created by Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, and Tim Minear. The franchise focuses on the lives and careers of first responders—police officers, paramedics, firefighters, and dispatchers—who navigate high-pressure emergencies alongside their often-complex personal lives.

The original series, 9-1-1, premiered on Fox on January 3, 2018, and was followed by a spinoff, 9-1-1: Lone Star, which debuted on January 19, 2020, and ended on February 3, 2025. In February 2025, a third series 9-1-1: Nashville was announced by ABC. The franchise is known for its dramatic portrayals of emergency scenarios ranging from everyday crises to large-scale disasters.