The suspense-packed US procedural drama finally returns with 9-1-1 Season 7 now streaming in Australia.
Created by the team behind Feud and American Horror Story, the ABC series (formerly Fox) revolves around the lives and experiences of first responders during high-stakes rescues and other shocking emergencies that are actually inspired by real-life events.
It’s been nearly a year since 9-1-1 Season 6 graced our screens. Fortunately, the popular series is back with a fresh instalment that packs what we can expect to be a greater level of indulgent drama and electrifying action. Find out where you can watch new episodes from 9-1-1 Season 7 here.
Where to watch 9-1-1 Season 7 in Australia?
The seventh season premiered on Channel 7, as well as on its catch-up service, 7plus.
If you want to watch new episodes ad-free, the seventh season has also just become available to stream on Disney+ in Australia.
9-1-1 Season 7 Australia release date
9-1-1 Season 7 Episode 1 will be available to watch on Monday, 15 April at 9.15 pm on Channel 7, with new episodes airing weekly. Catch-up streaming of new episodes will also begin on 7plus on the same day.
The latest season originally debuted in the US last month (9-1-1 Season 7 Episode 1 aired last 14 March) and has been confirmed to run for 10 episodes.
On Disney+, 9-1-1 Season 7 is streaming from 9 October. With its arrival on paid streaming, it’s possible for Season 7 to leave free to air.
| 9-1-1 | Air Date | Streaming Service |
|---|---|---|
| Season 7 | From Wed, 9 Oct 2024 | Disney+ |
How to sign up for Disney Plus?
9-1-1 Season 7 is finally available on Disney+ in Australia. No Disney+ account yet? No problem. Subscribing to watch the series and access Disney+’s full catalogue of shows and movies can be completed in minutes.
There are two plans available when signing up, each streaming TV tier offering monthly and annual options. First is the Standard plan, which allows streaming on up to two screens for $13.99 per month, or $139.99 if you prefer pre-paying for a year in exchange for some savings.
If you need 4K streaming with Dolby Atmos audio and four concurrent streaming of TV shows, you’ll need to upgrade your subscription to Disney Premium at $17.99 monthly or $179.99 annually. The Disney Plus free trial is no longer offered as of this writing.
To sign up, go to the Disney+ website, select ‘Sign Up Now’ and follow instructions. After entering your email address and password, you’ll need to select a subscription type, and submit your payment information. Finally, click ‘Agree & Subscribe’.
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What is the plot of 9-1-1 (TV series)?
From long-time collaborators Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk and Tim Minear, 9-1-1 is a refreshing variation of the procedural drama genre. Here, stories are structured differently as they follow characters and their relatively separate worlds.
Because first responders involve police officers, firefighters, paramedics, and, of course, 911 operators, this action drama comprises collective stories of rescues that are as frightening as they are inspiring. All the rescue operations featured in the show are also inspired by real-life stories.
With people’s lives always at stake during heart-stopping scenarios, 9-1-1 also tackles how the job can take a toll on the personal lives of these emergency responders.
In 9-1-1 Season 7, Athena and Bobby’s honeymoon is interrupted when pirates board the cruise ship they’re on and take everyone hostage.
Just like that, their vacation is put on hold as situation gets worse – the pirates leave a bomb that makes communication impossible, crippling the ship while an incoming hurricane is set to strike.
More than its edge-of-your-seat rescue ops, 9-1-1 also boasts a stellar ensemble that includes Angela Bassett (Black Panther: Wakanda Forever) and Peter Krause (Parenthood, Six Feet Under).
9-1-1 Season 7 trailer
Check out the trailer for 9-1-1 Season 7 right here.
Cast of 9-1-1 (TV series)
The main cast of 9-1-1 comprises Angela Bassett as LAPD patrol sergeant Athena Grant-Nash and Peter Krause as LAFD Station 118 captain Robert Nash. Connie Britton also played the role of 911 operator Abby Clark in the first season, returning in season 3 as a guest star.
Jennifer Love Hewitt, meanwhile, was introduced as 911 operator Maddie Buckley in season 2, and so did Ryan Guzman as firefighter and paramedic Eddie Diaz.
It’s also worth noting that the role of Harry, Athena’s son, was recast in the new season. Original child actor Marcanthonee Jon Reis played the role until 9-1-1 Season 6. He was replaced by Elijah M. Cooper.
You can find the ongoing main cast of 9-1-1 below.
9-1-1 seasons guide
First premiering in January 2018, 9-1-1 has since aired for seven seasons with the latest instalment arriving in Australia this April through Channel 7, then in October on Disney+.
Fox cancelled the series after 9-1-1 Season 6, but it was later revived at ABC. Still reeling in viewers from around the world, the series was also recently renewed for an eighth season.
For catching up on prior seasons, complete episodes from 9-1-1 Seasons 1-6 are also available on Disney Plus.
| Seasons | Episodes | Released | Streaming Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 10 | January 2018 | Disney+ |
| Season 2 | 18 | September 2018 | Disney+ |
| Season 3 | 18 | September 2019 | Disney+ |
| Season 4 | 14 | January 2021 | Disney+ |
| Season 5 | 18 | September 2021 | Disney+ / 7plus |
| Season 6 | 18 | September 2022 | Disney+ |
| Season 7 | 10 | March 2024 | Disney+ / 7plus |
Similar shows to 9-1-1 you might like
There’s heaps of procedural dramas that offer heart-stopping action across streaming in Australia. Some popular titles you can find in the Disney+ TV library alone include the spin-off 9-1-1: Lone Star, Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders, Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior, Will Trent, and Station 19.
On other streaming services, you can watch hit shows like Chicago Fire, Blue Bloods, S.W.A.T., Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, NCIS, as well as British crime shows like Vigil, Vera, Hope Street, Unforgotten, Silent Witness, Death in Paradise, Shetland, and many more.
