Tyler Perry has officially started production on his next project for Netflix, a firefighter drama series titled Tyler Perry’s Where There’s Smoke. The streamer confirmed the news on March 3, 2026, revealing a large ensemble cast and a 16-episode order for the hour-long show. Filming is now underway in Atlanta, Georgia, home to Tyler Perry Studios .
Tyler Lepley Leads Ensemble Cast In New Netflix Drama
The series will be led by Tyler Lepley, who takes on the role of Owen. Lepley is known for his work in Harlem on Prime Video and has previously collaborated with Perry on the 2025 films Duplicity and Ruth & Boaz . He is joined by a cast of familiar faces from television and film.
The full cast announcement includes Mike Merrill (Straw, The Black Hamptons) as Cameron and Da’Vinchi (BMF, All American) as Noah. Other series regulars are Eltony Williams (Designated Survivor) as Jermaine, Brock O’Hurn (Euphoria) as Ethan, Karen Obilom (Doom Patrol) as Laura, Brittany S. Hall (Ballers) as Angela, Mariah Goodie (Be Someone) as Rhonda, Jordan Rodriguez (Jane the Virgin) as Brent, and Judi Moon (What Love Will Make You Do) as Darcy .
A unique piece of casting is Joe Hunter, a real-life fire captain who is making his acting debut as Chief Bailey. Hunter is currently a contestant on Survivor 50, which premiered on February 25, 2026 .
What Is The Plot Of Where Theres Smoke
Where There’s Smoke will center on the lives of firefighters dealing with the dangers of their job and the personal issues they face at home. The official logline from Netflix states the show follows a group of firefighters as they manage the intense challenges of their high-stakes work while dealing with personal struggles, broken relationships, and the emotional weight of saving lives .
Perry has written, directed, and produced the series through his first-look deal with Netflix. Angi Bones and Tony Strickland are also producing for Tyler Perry Studios . The series marks Perry’s return to the drama genre for the streamer following the success of Beauty in Black, which was recently renewed for a third and final season. The second part of Beauty in Black Season 2 is scheduled to release on March 19, 2026 .
Where Theres Smoke Episode Order And Production Details
Netflix has ordered 16 episodes for the first season of Where There’s Smoke . Production officially began in early March 2026 in Atlanta. The city serves as a major production hub for Netflix, hosting series like Stranger Things, and is also the location of the massive 330-acre Tyler Perry Studios .
A premiere date for the series has not yet been announced. The project continues the creative partnership between Perry and Netflix, which has produced films such as The Six Triple Eight, Mea Culpa, and A Jazzman’s Blues .
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