Fans of Fire Country are in for a letdown: CBS has preempted new Season 3 episodes during March Madness, delaying key installments until April. Get the full timeline and what’s next.

‘Fire Country’ Fans Brace for Disappointment: Episode Delays Confirmed

If you were counting on catching the newest episode of Fire Country this week, prepare to be disappointed. CBS has delayed Episode 16 (“Dirty Money”), originally set to air in March, due to its broadcast of the 2025 NCAA March Madness tournament. As a result, fans must wait until April 4, 2025 to see the next chapter unfold.

Why the Delay?

Rather than scheduling the show during the big game night, CBS opted to preempt Fire Country to honor college basketball coverage—which draws massive ratings and disrupts the usual Friday lineup. This decision pushes the episode back several weeks, leaving viewers in suspense longer than expected.

When Will It Return?

The network has confirmed that Episode 16 will now air on Friday, April 4, 2025, at the regular 9 PM ET/PT timeslot. Episodes will continue to be available for streaming the next day on Paramount+.

Fans Aren’t Happy

Online discussions are buzzing with frustration. Many viewers have voiced disappointment—calling the delay a major setback just as Season 3 reached a particularly tense point in its story arc.

Looking Ahead to Season 4

Though this delay affects only one episode, fans can take comfort in knowing Fire Country has already been renewed for Season 4, expected to debut in October 2025, alongside its upcoming spinoff Sheriff Country.