The news of Station 19 ending with season 7 might be surprising but it can offer the perfect ending story-wise. The Grey’s Anatomy spinoff focused on first responders at Seattle Fire’s Station 19 for the past six seasons, showing the many ways in which the firehouse stood out from the others over Seattle. The family atmosphere fostered by Pruitt Herrera was already visible in Station 19 season 1, but even after his retirement, Andy and the others continued to foster it, ensuring any firefighter could develop any program they wanted or progress in their career. This can be especially highlighted by Station 19 season 7 being developed as farewell season.
While the reason behind Station 19 ending with season 7 on ABC wasn’t shared, the announcement was accompanied by Disney Television Group president Craig Erwich’s statement highlighting how the show will still manage to reach its 100th episode. The decision being made with Station 19 season 7 early in its production makes it possible for the firefighting drama to be concluded properly, with season 7 being written as the show’s farewell season from the beginning. A fitting ending might make the cancellation sting less for fans, especially considering how Station 19 continued to have a strong viewership, with season 6 being ABC’s second top-rated drama, second only to Grey’s Anatomy.
Station 19 Ending With Season 7 Brings Andy’s Story Full Circle
Since Pruitt Herrera’s cancer stopped his firefighting career as Station 19’s captain, Andy had always wanted to succeed him. She had known the firehouse her whole life, growing up there after her mother left her and Pruitt, making her the most knowledgeable and the most in tune with its culture. Station 19 season 1 was devoted to Andy and Jack temporarily acting as co-captains as they fought over the permanent captainship. However, Station 19 seasons 2 and 3 made it clear that Andy wasn’t ready to become captain yet, making rash choices that were potentially detrimental to the firehouse, and generally not being a coolheaded character.
Chief Ross announcing Andy was the firehouse captain in Station 19 season 6’s ending put her right where she always wanted, but at a point in her career where she thought first about her fellow firefighters’ wellbeing or what was good for the firehouse, and then about her ambition. Station 19 ending with season 7 means it will show how the firehouse will be under Andy as captain after she finally got ready for it, thanks to her temporary captaincy of Station 23. This would not only make Andy’s dream come true but also choose the best possible captain to lead Station 19, because of Andy’s knowledge, passion, and expertise.
How Else Station 19 Season 7 Can Wrap Up The Show
Station 19 season 6 also set up other characters’ storylines that hinted at their growth, thus making them their conclusive stories potentially. Maya’s refusal to be considered for the captaincy, coupled with her willingness to go through IVF with Carina, all supported how her work with Diane finally shifted her priorities, cutting back her unmitigated ambition. Similarly, Vic finally realized she found joy in handling Crisis One and studying to become a psychologist for firefighters, opening a door to her career after Station 19 which fully demonstrated her growth. Their realizations made them both aware of life beyond firefighting, showcasing their development throughout Station 19.
Robert and Natasha’s love declarations in Station 19 season 6’s ending proved they might have a chance if only they stopped prioritizing their firefighting careers over their relationship, hinting at its survival if they truly fought for it. While Station 19 season 6 didn’t show a specific path for the rest of Station 19’s firefighters, most of them still have room for improvement. Hopefully, Station 19 season 7’s ten episodes will be enough to set up a proper sendoff for all the firefighter drama’s main characters, letting them all come full circle since their first appearance in season 1.
