Fans of Chicago P.D. have reason to celebrate—NBC is officially developing a spinoff series set in the gritty, adrenaline-fueled world of the Intelligence Unit. After more than a decade of action, heartbreak, and justice on the streets of Chicago, the franchise is preparing to expand once again, promising a fresh perspective while honoring the legacy of Sergeant Voight’s team.
A New Chapter in the One Chicago Universe
According to insiders close to production, the untitled Chicago P.D. spinoff is currently in early development at NBC and Wolf Entertainment, the creative powerhouse behind the One Chicago franchise. This new project will continue to explore the moral complexities and emotional toll of police work—but with a younger, next-generation focus that brings new energy and conflict to the mix.
While Chicago P.D. has long been the most hard-hitting and emotionally charged of the One Chicago shows, the spinoff aims to expand the world beyond Intelligence, possibly following a specialized task force or a rookie-led division operating under Voight’s shadow.
Who’s Behind the Spinoff?
Series creator Dick Wolf and longtime executive producer Rick Eid are both expected to oversee the new project. Their goal, according to early reports, is to preserve the raw authenticity and intensity that made Chicago P.D. a fan favorite while introducing a new cast of characters with their own unique struggles and ambitions.
Eid hinted that the spinoff could explore “the next generation of Chicago policing—officers who grew up watching Voight, Burgess, and Atwater and now have to find their own way in a complicated city.”
Will Familiar Faces Return?
While no official casting announcements have been made, rumors suggest that Marina Squerciati (Kim Burgess) and LaRoyce Hawkins (Kevin Atwater) could appear in recurring roles, serving as mentors to the younger officers. Fans are also speculating that Patrick John Flueger (Adam Ruzek) might make a guest appearance, given his long-standing ties to the Intelligence Unit and emotional story arc in recent seasons.
Of course, it wouldn’t be Chicago P.D. without the looming presence of Jason Beghe’s Hank Voight—and while it’s unclear whether he’ll appear regularly, his legacy is expected to play a major role in shaping the tone of the new series.
Setting and Tone
The spinoff is expected to stay true to Chicago P.D.’s gritty realism, focusing on the psychological and ethical pressures of law enforcement. However, early reports suggest a more serialized, character-driven format, blending procedural intensity with personal drama—something closer to P.D.’s most emotional episodes.
Set in a different district of Chicago, the show may explore the tensions between younger recruits and the seasoned veterans who trained them, tackling modern issues like police reform, community relations, and the changing definition of justice.
When Will It Premiere?
NBC has yet to announce an official title or premiere date, but the Chicago P.D. spinoff is expected to debut sometime in late 2026 or early 2027, following the conclusion of P.D.’s thirteenth season.
