ind out when Chicago Fire Season 14, Chicago P.D. Season 13, and Chicago Med Season 11 return this fall.
The wait is over for fans of NBC’s One Chicago franchise — the network has officially revealed the Fall 2025 premiere dates for Chicago Fire, Chicago P.D., and Chicago Med. These three powerhouse dramas will make their grand return on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, kicking off another year of thrilling rescues, high-stakes investigations, and life-or-death medical emergencies.
If you’re a fan who has been counting the days since last season’s finales, you can now grab your calendar and mark the date in bold red. This fall promises more drama, more heart, and more of the interconnected storytelling that has made One Chicago a must-watch event for more than a decade.
The Official Return Schedule
NBC’s beloved Wednesday night lineup will keep its familiar structure, giving fans back-to-back-to-back drama:
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8 p.m. ET/PT – Chicago Med (Season 11 Premiere)
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9 p.m. ET/PT – Chicago Fire (Season 14 Premiere)
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10 p.m. ET/PT – Chicago P.D. (Season 13 Premiere)
This trio has become a staple of midweek television, offering a seamless blend of medical, firefighting, and police dramas — all set within the same fictional universe and often crossing paths in gripping crossover events.
Chicago Med – Season 11 Brings New Challenges
Opening the night is Chicago Med, where the dedicated staff of Gaffney Chicago Medical Center race against time to save lives. Season 11 promises a mix of intense emergency cases and the deeply personal stories of the doctors, nurses, and patients who walk through the hospital doors.
Fans are especially eager to see how last season’s unresolved storylines — including surprise departures, personal health scares, and ethical dilemmas — will be addressed. The writers have teased that the new season will explore more complex medical mysteries, as well as how the staff adapts to changes in leadership and hospital policy. Expect emotional farewells, unexpected reunions, and perhaps even a few shocking medical breakthroughs.
Chicago Fire – Season 14 Turns Up the Heat
At 9 p.m., the focus shifts to Firehouse 51 in Chicago Fire, where bravery is tested daily in dangerous rescues and perilous situations. Season 14 is shaping up to be one of the most intense yet, as the team faces both external crises and internal conflicts.
Last season ended with several cliffhangers — leadership transitions, romantic entanglements, and a daring rescue that left fans on the edge of their seats. The Season 14 premiere is expected to dive right into the action, with new recruits joining the ranks, old friendships tested, and split-second decisions that could change everything. And of course, viewers can look forward to the camaraderie, humor, and emotional bonds that have kept Firehouse 51 united through thick and thin.
Chicago P.D. – Season 13 Explores the Cost of Justice
Closing out the night is Chicago P.D., returning for its 13th season. The Intelligence Unit, under the leadership of Sergeant Hank Voight, continues to navigate Chicago’s toughest criminal cases — and the moral gray areas that come with them.
Season 13 is set to pick up threads from last season’s dramatic finale, which saw the unit fractured by personal betrayals and shaken by life-threatening situations. With shifting alliances and mounting pressure from both the streets and the department, this season could be one of the most unpredictable yet. Expect gritty cases, moral dilemmas, and a closer look at the personal toll the job takes on each member of the team.
Why the October 1 Return Is a Big Deal
The Fall 2025 premieres are particularly significant because last season left viewers with a slew of unanswered questions across all three shows. Each series ended on emotional or dangerous cliffhangers, leaving fans desperate for resolution.
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Med fans want to know the fate of key characters whose careers — and lives — were hanging in the balance.
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Fire viewers are waiting to see how a high-risk rescue’s aftermath changes the dynamics of the firehouse.
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P.D. followers are wondering whether Voight and his team can recover from the internal conflicts that threatened to tear them apart.
After months of speculation, the October 1 date means the answers are finally in sight.
The Possibility of a Crossover Event
One of the hallmarks of the One Chicago franchise is the ability to seamlessly merge storylines between shows. While NBC has not confirmed a major crossover for the premiere, fans know that it’s only a matter of time before an incident in Chicago Fire spills into P.D. or a patient treated in Med becomes part of a police investigation.
These crossovers are often the most talked-about episodes of the season, delivering edge-of-your-seat drama while reinforcing the shared universe that makes One Chicago so unique. The October premieres may plant the seeds for one of these epic, multi-hour events later in the season.
Fan Excitement Reaches Fever Pitch
The One Chicago fandom is one of the most passionate in television, and the announcement of the premiere dates has already sparked a wave of excitement online. Social media platforms are buzzing with rewatch plans, theories about the upcoming storylines, and speculation about character arcs.
Some fans are organizing virtual watch parties for October 1, while others are creating artwork, trailers, and detailed predictions for how Season 11 of Med, Season 14 of Fire, and Season 13 of P.D. will unfold. This fan-driven energy has been a driving force behind the franchise’s enduring success.
What to Expect on Premiere Night
If past seasons are any indication, the October 1 premieres will waste no time pulling viewers back into the thick of things:
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Med will likely open with a high-pressure emergency case that reintroduces the main cast while setting up new conflicts.
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Fire will drop viewers into an adrenaline-fueled rescue that tests both skill and teamwork.
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P.D. will hit hard with a case that blurs the line between justice and vengeance.
By the end of the night, audiences will be reminded exactly why One Chicago remains a crown jewel in NBC’s lineup.
Mark Your Calendars
NBC’s One Chicago returns on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, with Chicago Med at 8 p.m., Chicago Fire at 9 p.m., and Chicago P.D. at 10 p.m. It’s a night packed with courage, sacrifice, and the kind of storytelling that keeps fans invested year after year.
The countdown has begun. The hospital is ready, the firehouse is on alert, and the Intelligence Unit is back on the streets. The only question is — are you ready for the return of One Chicago?
