About 9-1-1: Lone Star

9-1-1: Lone Star is a gripping American drama television series that follows a sophisticated New York firefighter, who along with his son, relocates to Austin, Texas and must try to balance saving the lives of those who are at their most vulnerable with solving the personal issues that come with being a father and a son put in unfamiliar territory.

Making/Production

The series is created by Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, and Tim Minear. The show has been very well received by the audience and critics since its premiere on January 19, 2020. It is produced by 20th Television (a part of Disney Television Studios), with Murphy, Falchuk, Minear, and Minahan being the showrunners.

Actors

• Rob Lowe as Owen Strand, a New York firefighter who relocates to Austin. He delivers a commendable performance that warrants his status as a seasoned actor.
• Liv Tyler as Michelle Blake, a paramedic who is haunted by the disappearance of her sister. Tyler's performance is nuanced and emotionally engaging.
• Ronen Rubinstein as TK Strand, Owen's gay son who also transfers to Austin. Ronen beautifully portrays the struggle of a man coming to terms with his sexuality and admiringly puts up a brave fight against substance abuse.

Trivia/Interesting Facts

• The show is a spin-off of the television series 9-1-1.
• Even though the series is set in Austin, Texas, most of the shooting was done in Los Angeles, California.
• The series features several same-sex relationships, an attempt by the show's creators to increase LGBTQ+ representation on television.

Awards

No specific awards have been given to 9-1-1: Lone Star as of yet.

Quotes

• "This isn't just a job, it's a calling." - Owen Strand
• "Texas, welcome to the 21st Century." - Michelle Blake

Music, Soundtrack

• The soundtrack features a curated selection of tracks ranging from country and southern rock to modern pop and classic rock, complementing the series' Texan setting and diverse storylines.