If you tuned in this week hoping to catch the latest drama from Chicago P.D., Chicago Fire, or Chicago Med, you were probably met with a surprise—none of these fan-favorite shows aired new episodes. While it might feel frustrating to wait, the reason behind this gap is actually very simple: the current seasons have officially ended, and the shows are now on their annual summer break.
All three series wrapped up their latest seasons with dramatic finales that aired the previous week. On May 21, 2025, Chicago Med completed its milestone tenth season, Chicago Fire closed out its thirteenth, and Chicago P.D. delivered the final episode of its intense twelfth season. These finales offered the kind of high-stakes action, emotional farewells, and cliffhangers that fans have come to expect—closing one chapter while teasing the next.
Now, as we move into the final days of May, the shows step aside for what’s known in television as a “hiatus.” This is the break that typically runs from late spring through summer, allowing the cast and crew time to regroup, recharge, and begin planning for the next season. It’s a standard part of the broadcast TV calendar and has been in place for decades. Though it might feel like a long wait, it’s what allows these shows to maintain their high quality and return stronger each fall.
NBC has already renewed all three shows for another season. That means Chicago Med will return for Season 11, Chicago Fire will blaze into its 14th season, and Chicago P.D. will continue into Season 13. While specific premiere dates haven’t been announced, the new seasons are expected to begin airing sometime in September 2025. Until then, fans will need to be patient—and maybe a little nostalgic.
So what can fans do during the off-season? Plenty. For one, this is a perfect time to catch up on any episodes you might have missed. Whether you’ve fallen behind or want to revisit some favorite moments, Peacock (NBC’s streaming service) offers full access to every episode from all three series. Binge-watching from the beginning is a great way to see how far the characters have come and rediscover powerful story arcs that may hit differently the second time around.
