Heads Up, UK Fans: Chicago P.D. Is Moving Streamers, With a Catch

For longtime fans of Chicago P.D. in the UK, accessing the beloved police procedural has often been a game of patience, limited availability, and frustrating delays. But that’s finally changing — with a twist. NBC’s high-stakes cop drama, part of the One Chicago franchise, has officially found a new streaming home in the United Kingdom, giving fans easier access to the gritty streets of Chicago’s 21st District.

ITV, the UK’s leading free-to-air broadcaster, has confirmed that Chicago P.D. is joining its digital platform, ITVX — a growing streaming service that’s been gaining traction with both original programming and curated international hits. This marks the first time the show will be made available on ITVX in the UK, and it’s a major win for British fans who have struggled to access the series through traditional means. Previously, viewers had to rely on channels like 5USA for reruns or purchase seasons individually on platforms like Amazon Prime Video or Apple TV.

That’s right — the full ten-plus seasons (and counting) that American audiences enjoy on platforms like Peacock or Hulu won’t be available in full just yet. While ITVX has hinted that more seasons may become available in the near future, there’s no official timeline or confirmation of when that will happen. For fans who are all caught up or want to dive into the show’s most recent story arcs — including Voight’s emotional journey, Burgess and Ruzek’s complicated romance, and the tragic departures of key characters — the wait continues. That said, for new viewers or anyone looking to rewatch the foundational years of the Intelligence Unit, this is still a golden opportunity.

It’s all part of ITV’s strategic effort to compete with streaming giants like Netflix, Disney+, and Prime Video by bringing premium American content to UK viewers — for free. By offering big-name shows without the need for a paid subscription, ITVX is hoping to attract a larger slice of the binge-watching audience. Procedural dramas like Chicago P.D. are perfect for this strategy. The show offers long-term storytelling, action-packed episodes, and characters that keep fans emotionally invested. It’s no surprise ITV is betting on this franchise to help drive traffic to its platform. And with Law & Order: SVU and FBI also being added to the catalog, ITVX is positioning itself as the UK’s go-to destination for fans of American law enforcement drama.

To stream Chicago P.D. on ITVX, all you need is an internet connection and a free ITVX account. The service can be accessed via web browsers, smart TVs, and apps on iOS and Android devices. There is a premium version of ITVX that removes ads and includes access to BritBox content, but Chicago P.D. is available under the free, ad-supported tier — at least for now. That’s excellent news for fans who want to dive in without opening their wallets. However, keep in mind that streaming is limited to the seasons ITVX has rights to, which currently only go up to Season 5

Bringing Chicago P.D. to a wider UK audience also helps amplify the reach of the broader One Chicago franchise — which includes Chicago Fire and Chicago Med. While these sister shows have also had sporadic UK availability, ITVX’s deal with NBCUniversal could eventually lead to a full rollout of all three series on the platform. Imagine watching Voight, Severide, and Dr. Halstead’s interconnected storylines all in one place — a dream scenario for One Chicago superfans who crave the crossover episodes and multi-show continuity that makes the universe so unique.

The new streaming deal also highlights how American shows are increasingly tailoring their international distribution strategies. With global audiences playing a bigger role in viewership and revenue, companies like NBCUniversal are seeking flexible streaming partnerships in territories outside of the U.S. By placing Chicago P.D. on ITVX, NBCUniversal taps into a hungry UK audience — one that’s grown tired of geoblocks, late-airing episodes, and piecemeal streaming options. And if the series performs well on ITVX, it could signal a broader shift toward global day-and-date releases for future seasons.

As of now, ITVX has not provided a schedule for when — or if — later seasons of Chicago P.D. will be released. However, the platform has emphasized that they’re listening to viewer demand and that more content updates are coming. In the meantime, UK fans can revisit the early seasons — watching Voight build his team, Erin Lindsay grapple with her past, and Halstead and Atwater grow into their roles. It’s a chance to see where it all began — and perhaps fall in love with the series all over again.