UPDATE: Fans of Fire Country and Sheriff Country will have to wait longer for new episodes, with both shows currently on hiatus until February 27, 2026. This news comes as many network favorites are gearing up to return, but unfortunately, these two popular series will not be part of the lineup tonight.
DEVELOPING: Tonight, January 2, 2026, viewers can catch reruns on CBS. The “Out of Office” episode of Sheriff Country airs from 8:00-9:00 p.m. ET, followed by a rerun of Fire Country’s “Goodbye For Now”. The night will conclude with a rerun of Boston Blue’s “Code of Ethics”.
Why does this matter? With the winter schedule shifting, many fans are eagerly anticipating the return of their favorite shows. While CBS is reviving other series such as Will Trent and the Chicago franchise, viewers will have to hold off on the heart-pounding drama of Fire Country and Sheriff Country for the next few weeks.
WHERE TO WATCH: For those wanting to catch upcoming episodes live, both shows will be available on CBS or through the CBS website with a valid cable login. Viewers without cable can utilize various live TV streaming services, including DIRECTV, which offers a five-day free trial. Plans start at $49.99/month. Other streaming options for live CBS include fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, Paramount+ Premium, and Sling TV, many of which offer free trials for new subscribers.
Both Fire Country and Sheriff Country are also available on Paramount+, which offers subscription plans starting at $7.99/month. New subscribers can take advantage of a free trial to explore its content.
As fans count down the days until their favorite shows return, this brief hiatus is an opportunity to catch up on past episodes or explore other new programming. Stay tuned for updates as we get closer to the February return date, and make sure to check back for any last-minute changes to the schedule!
This is a developing story, and we’ll keep you updated on the latest regarding Fire Country and Sheriff Country as more information becomes available.