"Tyler Perry's Where There's Smoke" Begins Production for Netflix

Production has officially commenced on "Tyler Perry's Where There's Smoke," a new firefighter drama series destined for Netflix. Tyler Perry is confirmed to take on multiple key roles for the project, serving as writer, director, and producer.

The official logline reveals the series will follow "the lives of a group of firefighters as they navigate the intense challenges of their high-stakes profession while grappling with personal struggles, fractured relationships, and the emotional toll of saving lives in a world filled with danger, drama, and heartbreak."

Netflix has placed a substantial order for 16 episodes for the inaugural season of the series.

Familiar Faces Join the Ensemble Cast

The confirmed cast features several actors who have previously collaborated on Perry's various projects, bringing a familiar dynamic to the new series.

• Owen: Tyler Lepley ("Tyler Perry's Duplicity")
• Cameron: Mike Merrill ("The Black Hamptons")
• Noah: Da'Vinchi ("BMF")
• Jermaine: Eltony Williams ("Tyler Perry's If Loving You is Wrong")
• Ethan: Brock O'Hurn ("Tyler Perry's Too Close to Home")
• Chief Bailey: Joe Hunter ("Survivor 50")
• Laura: Karen Obilom ("Games People Play")
• Angela: Brittany S. Hall ("Tyler Perry's Finding Joy")
• Rhonda: Mariah Goodie ("Be Someone")
• Brent: Jordan Rodriguez ("The Fosters")
• Darcy: Judi Moon ("Double Cross")

Release Details Pending

A release date for the first season of "Tyler Perry's Where There's Smoke" has not yet been announced. Similarly, a trailer for the series has not been released at this time.