A real life One Chicago crossover brings together cast members from Chicago P.D. and Chicago Fire
Marina Squerciati took a break from Intelligence this weekend and gathered a few familiar faces from across the One Chicago universe for a low key afternoon that instantly lit up social media.
The Chicago P.D. star shared a small carousel of images on Instagram featuring what she called a “Sushi Spa day for some hard working ladies” and tagged the friends who joined her for the outing. What followed was a relaxed real life crossover featuring actresses from Chicago P.D., Chicago Fire and even a bit of extended family.
A peaceful afternoon with a Crossover besties
Squerciati was joined by her Chicago P.D. co-star Arienne Mandi, Chicago Fire’s Hanako Greensmith, Miranda Rae Mayo, and Jocelyn Hudon, and Ashley Cruger, the wife of a Chicago Fire favorite Taylor Kinney.
The photos are warm and unfiltered and intentionally unfussy. They show the group laughing, enjoying sushi and embracing the kind of downtime that is rare during the busy fall production stretch. NBC Insider picked up the moment and highlighted the real life crossover feel that One Chicago fans always enjoy seeing.
While no filming details were discussed, the cast’s casual meetup reflects something Chicago crew members know very well. These productions may film separately but the community behind the scenes is connected in ways that go far beyond their work on set.
Off screen moments that highlight real friendships
This small moment resonates locally because of how authentic it feels. Squerciati and her co stars were not posing for a promotional campaign or teasing a storyline. It was simply a group of women who work long hours choosing to spend time together on their day off and, like many Chicagoans, opting for good food and a little pampering.
NBC Insider noted that Squerciati’s caption, which emphasized that the day was not IG perfect but simply friends relaxing, is part of what made the post stand out. It is the kind of snapshot that reminds fans how genuine the off duty relationships within these shows can be.
A One Chicago tradition
This is not the first time the women of One Chicago have gathered away from the set. NBC has documented several similar get togethers over the years, from casual wine nights to dinner outings, many of which include overlapping members of Chicago P.D., Chicago Fire, and Chicago Med.
This weekend’s hangout arrives at a busy moment with all three shows deep into their fall production push. These series rely heavily on the city’s workforce, soundstages and neighborhoods and the casts have long embraced Chicago as part of their everyday lives.
Seeing those connections continue into their weekends is another example of how embedded this franchise is in the city’s creative community.
Fans love a Crossover event on or off screen
Although this was not a hint at upcoming plotlines, fans immediately treated it as a small surprise. Crossovers remain one of the franchise’s most anticipated events and watching the actresses blend their worlds informally creates an easy sense of excitement without any hype.
For a franchise known for its intensity, emergencies and high stakes drama, sometimes all the buzz you need is sushi, good friends and a quiet Saturday afternoon. It is the kind of camaraderie that brings a little warmth to Chicago’s November chill.
Watch One Chicago Wednesdays Chicago Fire, Chicago P.D. and Chicago Med on NBC.
