Station 19 to End With Season 7, Shonda Rhimes Issues Statement

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Station 19 to End With Season 7, Shonda Rhimes Issues Statement

Station 19 is coming to an end at ABC, as the Grey’s Anatomy spin-off will sign off with its upcoming seventh season. Set to debut on March 14, 2024, Station 19 Season 7 will consist of an abbreviated ten episodes.

Shonda Rhimes issues statement on the ending of Station 19

Rhimes shared a statement on the show’s conclusion, writing on her Instagram page: “Grateful for an unforgettable run. A heartfelt salute to the exceptional cast whose brilliance brought the characters to life and to the viewers who continued to make it possible! Thank you for the magic, the moments, and the memories.”

Craig Erwich, president of Disney Television Group, also reacted to the conclusion of Station 19. “For seven seasons, Station 19 has been a highlight of the ABC lineup thanks to Shonda and Betsy’s incredible vision, beloved characters, and compelling storytelling,” Erwich shared, per Deadline. “With [showrunners] Zoanne [Clark] and Peter [Paige] at the helm of the upcoming farewell season, we have so much to look forward to, most notably the celebration of the show’s milestone 100th episode.”

Station 19 premiered in 2018, focusing on the characters of Seattle Fire Station 19. The cast included Jaina Lee Ortiz, Jason George, Grey Damon, Barrett Doss, Alberto Frezza, Jay Hayden, Okieriete Onaodowan, Danielle Savre, Miguel Sandoval, Boris Kodjoe, Stefania Spampinato, Carlos Miranda, Josh Randall, Merle Dandridge, and Pat Healy.

Similar to Grey’s Anatomy, the spin-off has been praised for its portrayal of social issues. The series received a Sentinel Award from Hollywood, Health & Society as a response to its depiction of systemic racism during season 6.

Zoanne Clark and Peter Paige will serve as showrunners for Station 19 Season 7, taking over for Krista Vernoff. The trio executive produces alongside original creator Stacy McKee, Rhimes, Betsy Beers, and Paris Barclay. It’s produced by ABC Signature and part of Disney TV Studios and Shondaland.