Wildfire (2005)
A compelling ABC Family drama about a teenage girl who finds redemption and purpose through her extraordinary bond with a racehorse.
Wildfire - Series Information
- Original Title: Wildfire
- First Air Year: 2005
- Last Air Year: 2008
- Created by: Michael Piller
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Drama, Family
- Content Rating (US): TV-14
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode (45 minutes)
- Number of Seasons: 4
- Number of Episodes: 51
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: June 20, 2005 (United States - TV-14), June 20, 2005 (Canada - 14+), June 20, 2005 (Germany - 12), June 20, 2005 (France - 12), June 20, 2005 (Spain - 13)
- Networks: ABC Family
- Production Companies: Lionsgate Television, Piller/Segan
- Production Countries: United States of America
Wildfire - Plot
After serving time at a juvenile detention center, eighteen-year-old Kris Furillo is given the opportunity to start a new life. Her talent with horses is recognized by a volunteer and local trainer, who arranges a job for her at the Ritter's family run ranch.
Wildfire - Trailer
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Strangers. Secrets. Seductions.
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Wildfire - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Michael Piller
Main Cast
- Genevieve Padalecki
- Micah Alberti
- Ryan Sypek
- Nicole Tubiola
- Nana Visitor
- Greg Serano
- James Read
- Andrew Hoeft
- Dennis Weaver
- Charlotte Salt
Writers
- Jordan Hawley
- Marjorie David
- Loren Segan
- Christina Lynch
- Michael Piller
Wildfire - FAQs
What is Wildfire the TV series about?
Wildfire follows Kris Furillo, an eighteen-year-old who leaves juvenile detention and gets a second chance at life. Her natural gift with horses earns her a position at the Ritter family ranch, where she navigates new relationships, personal secrets, and the competitive world of horse racing.
Who plays Kris Furillo in Wildfire?
Kris Furillo is played by Genevieve Padalecki (then known as Genevieve Cortese). She leads a cast that includes Micah Alberti as Matt Ritter, Nana Visitor as Jean Ritter, Dennis Weaver as Henry Ritter, and Ryan Sypek as Junior Davis.
Where can you stream Wildfire online?
Wildfire is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Free viewing options include Tubi TV, The Roku Channel, Plex, Plex Channel, Fawesome, and Spectrum On Demand. It can also be purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.
How many seasons does Wildfire have?
Wildfire ran for four seasons and 51 episodes in total. Season 1 had 12 episodes, while Seasons 2, 3, and 4 each contained 13 episodes. The series premiered on ABC Family in June 2005 and concluded in 2008.
Is Wildfire based on a true story?
Wildfire is not based on a specific true story. Creator Michael Piller crafted an original drama centered on themes of redemption, second chances, and the bond between humans and horses. The series draws on familiar coming-of-age and ranch-life storytelling traditions rather than real-life events.
What happened to Wildfire the horse in the series?
Wildfire is the spirited racehorse at the heart of the series — a troubled animal that mirrors Kris Furillo's own journey. Their bond drives much of the show's emotional core, with Kris fighting to protect and race Wildfire despite obstacles from rivals, finances, and personal drama at the ranch.
Why did Wildfire end after Season 4?
Wildfire was cancelled by ABC Family after its fourth season in 2008, likely due to declining ratings as the network shifted its programming focus toward other demographics. The show had built a devoted fanbase but was not renewed for a fifth season, bringing the series to a close.
What shows are similar to Wildfire?
Fans of Wildfire often enjoy McLeod's Daughters, The Ranch, and Yellowstone for their ranch-life drama. For similar coming-of-age energy, Ginny & Georgia and Bel-Air are popular picks. Higher Ground and Misfits share the troubled-youth redemption angle that made Wildfire so compelling.
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