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The Worst Episodes of Fire Country

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Seeking redemption and a shortened prison sentence, young convict Bode Donovan joins a firefighting program that returns him to his small Northern California hometown, where he and other inmates work alongside elite firefighters to extinguish

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  1. #1 Worst Episode
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    Fire Country Season 1 Episode 21 - Backfire
    4.6/10(5 votes)

    #1 - Backfire

    S1:E21

    The station 42 and Three Rock crews are called to a backfire started by a private firefighting company to protect a high-end winery but instead threatens to grow out of control.

    Director:Max Thieriot
    Writer:David Gould

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  2. Fire Country Season 4 Episode 5 - Happy First Day, Manny
    6.0/10(3 votes)

    #2 - Happy First Day, Manny

    S4:E5

    The team responds to a dangerous fire at the local drive-in movie theater where they must enlist civilians to help stop the spread; Bode and Sharon wrestle with the weight of holding secrets from each other.

    Director:J. Michael Muro
    Writers:Sara Casey, Manuel Herrera

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  3. Fire Country Season 4 Episode 3 - The Tiny Ways We Start to Heal
    6.2/10(4 votes)

    #3 - The Tiny Ways We Start to Heal

    S4:E3

    The Station 42 team responds to a dangerous zipline accident that escalates into a wildfire due to illegal fireworks; Sharon struggles with letting go of Vince's belongings and unexpectedly finds comfort in Vince's ex, Renee.

    Director:Sarah Wayne Callies
    Writers:Jen Klein, Carrie Williams

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  4. Fire Country Season 4 Episode 1 - Goodbye for Now
    6.8/10(4 votes)

    #4 - Goodbye for Now

    S4:E1

    In the aftermath of the Zabel Ridge fire, Station 42 faces internal turmoil but must rally together for a high-stakes rescue that tests their strength, loyalty and the future of the firehouse.

    Director:James Strong
    Writer:Tia Napolitano

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  5. Fire Country Season 4 Episode 2 - Not a Stray
    6.8/10(4 votes)

    #5 - Not a Stray

    S4:E2

    Station 42 faces a high-stakes wildfire situation that tests their unity, leadership and personal resilience; the new battalion chief is on site, but he has a polarizing leadership style that gets under everyone's skin.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:Anupam Nigam

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  6. Fire Country Season 1 Episode 15 - False Promises
    7.0/10(3 votes)

    #6 - False Promises

    S1:E15

    A massive tree falls during a reforestation assignment, threatening Eve’s life and forcing Bode to step up and lead the rescue efforts.

    Director:Chi-Yoon Chung
    Writer:Natalia Fernandez

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  7. Fire Country Season 1 Episode 16 - My Kinda Leader
    7.0/10(3 votes)

    #7 - My Kinda Leader

    S1:E16

    When a massive and unpredictable wildfire breaks out in neighboring Drake Country, the station 42 and third rock crews are called to help aid in the rescue efforts.

    Director:Eagle Egilsson
    Writer:Dwain Worrell

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  8. Fire Country Season 1 Episode 17 - A Cry for Help
    7.0/10(3 votes)

    #8 - A Cry for Help

    S1:E17

    An internal investigator suspects Jake of being the serial arsonist setting recent fires, so Bode and the crew take it upon themselves to investigate.

    Director:Gonzalo Amat
    Writer:Julia Fontana

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  9. Fire Country Season 1 Episode 19 - Watch Your Step
    7.0/10(3 votes)

    #9 - Watch Your Step

    S1:E19

    The station 42 crew responds to an out-of-control blaze at a wellness retreat, and the third rock crew tries to protect one of their own from a dangerous overdose.

    Director:Lisa Demaine
    Writer:Joelle Garfinkel

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  10. Fire Country Season 2 Episode 2 - Like Breathing Again
    7.0/10(3 votes)

    #10 - Like Breathing Again

    S2:E2

    While breaking up a bonfire party, the station 42 crew is called to complete a dangerous and highly complex cave rescue.

    Director:Kevin Alejandro
    Writer:Natalia Fernandez

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  11. Fire Country Season 4 Episode 4 - Like a Wounded Wildebeest
    7.0/10(5 votes)

    #11 - Like a Wounded Wildebeest

    S4:E4

    When Station 42 responds to a call for a rescue at a grain silo, Manny and Jake butt heads over differing approaches. Manny has a serious conversation with Bode about a troubling discovery.

    Director:Jordan Calloway
    Writer:Joe Hortua

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  12. Fire Country Season 4 Episode 10 - On the Carpet
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #12 - On the Carpet

    S4:E10

    As a massive wildfire pushes station 49 to their limits, tough calls on the front lines spark even tougher questions back at headquarters.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:Joe Hortua

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  13. Fire Country Season 4 Episode 11 - Elite of the Elite
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #13 - Elite of the Elite

    S4:E11

    As Bode fights to prove himself during the high-stakes REMs tryouts, a shocking leak about the Zabel Ridge arsonist ignites turmoil across Edgewater.

    Director:Leslie Alejandro
    Writers:Sara Casey, Manuel Herrera

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  14. Fire Country Season 4 Episode 16 - Not Worth the Risk
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #14 - Not Worth the Risk

    S4:E16

    Bode sets out to prove his leadership skills during a historic cold snap that plunges Edgewater into crisis mode. Meanwhile, Jake contemplates a life‑altering decision that could change his future forever.

    Director:Gabriel Correa
    Writer:Miriam Sachs

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  15. Fire Country Season 1 Episode 14 - A Fair to Remember
    7.3/10(3 votes)

    #15 - A Fair to Remember

    S1:E14

    The crews respond to mass chaos and injuries when a ride malfunctions at the annual Edgewater town fair. Meanwhile, Sharon receives life-changing news.

    Director:Kantu Lentz
    Writers:Sara Casey, Manuel Herrera

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  16. Fire Country Season 1 Episode 20 - At the End of My Rope
    7.3/10(3 votes)

    #16 - At the End of My Rope

    S1:E20

    The station 42 and third rock crews respond to a deadly explosion at an abandoned mine. Meanwhile, Bode faces a difficult decision that could have serious consequences

    Director:Joy T. Lane
    Writers:Barbara Kaye Friend, Julia Fontana

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  17. Fire Country Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.4/10(12 votes)

    #17 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    Five years ago, Bode burned down everything in his life, leaving town with a big secret. Now he's back, with the rap sheet of a criminal and the audacity to believe in a chance for redemption with Cal Fire.

    Director:James Strong
    Writers:Tony Phelan, Joan Rater

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  18. Fire Country Season 1 Episode 22 - I Know It Feels Impossible
    7.5/10(4 votes)

    #18 - I Know It Feels Impossible

    S1:E22

    The station 42 and Three Rock crews face a daring rescue when a massive mudslide tears through Edgewater. Meanwhile, Bode's freedom is on the line at his parole hearing.

    Director:Dermott Downs
    Writer:Tia Napolitano

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  19. Fire Country Season 2 Episode 4 - Too Many Unknowns
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #19 - Too Many Unknowns

    S2:E4

    The station 42 and third rock crews respond to a chemical plant after a dangerous toxic spill goes up in flames.

    Director:Nicole Cummins-Rubio
    Writer:Barbara Kaye Friend

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  20. Fire Country Season 2 Episode 5 - This Storm Will Pass
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #20 - This Storm Will Pass

    S2:E5

    The station 42 crew must protect Edgewater and take cover when an extremely rare and dangerous fire tornado leaves lives in peril.

    Director:Eagle Egilsson
    Writer:David Gould

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  21. Fire Country Season 2 Episode 9 - No Future, No Consequences
    7.5/10(2 votes)

    #21 - No Future, No Consequences

    S2:E9

    Station 42 and Three Rock battle a dangerous campaign fire where our heroes struggle with difficult decisions.

    Director:Sarah Wayne Callies
    Writer:Anupam Nigam

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  22. Fire Country Season 1 Episode 12 - Two Pink Lines
    7.6/10(5 votes)

    #22 - Two Pink Lines

    S1:E12

    Bode and his fellow prison inmate firefighters band together with the civilian station 42 crew to battle a monstrous fire that erupts after a plane crash. Meanwhile, the crews welcome a new member to the family.

    Director:Dermott Downs
    Writers:Tony Phelan, Joan Rater

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  23. Fire Country Season 3 Episode 1 - What the Bride Said
    7.6/10(5 votes)

    #23 - What the Bride Said

    S3:E1

    In the midst of Gabriela and Diego's wedding, a helicopter crash ignites chaos and the team immediately jumps into action to stop fires and help victims.

    Director:Bill Purple
    Writer:Tia Napolitano

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  24. Fire Country Season 1 Episode 3 - Where There's Smoke...
    7.7/10(6 votes)

    #24 - Where There's Smoke...

    S1:E3

    When the crew responds to a call in a remote forest, they come under fire by an outlaw protecting illegal marijuana crops.

    Director:Eagle Egilsson
    Writer:David Gould

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  25. Fire Country Season 1 Episode 7 - Happy to Help
    7.8/10(4 votes)

    #25 - Happy to Help

    S1:E7

    Bode's crew is accused of stealing a designer watch from a fire mop up, and the crew responds to a high-stakes call about an extremely dangerous gas leak.

    Director:Antonio Negret
    Writer:Dwain Worrell

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Backfire" is the worst rated episode of "Fire Country". It scored 4.6/10 based on 5 votes. Directed by Max Thieriot and written by David Gould, it aired on 5/12/2023. This episode scored 1.4 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Happy First Day, Manny".