The highly anticipated Chicago P.D. Season 12 is set to bring big changes, with fresh faces joining the team and several exciting new storylines that will impact the core characters.
Among the newest additions to the cast are Toya Turner and Shawn Hatosy, who are expected to significantly influence the direction of the season, along with some major plot developments for fan-favorite characters. On the other hand, Shawn Hatosy, who made a name for himself with intense roles in Animal Kingdom and Southland, will step into the role of Charlie Reed. Reed will be a pivotal character in the evolution of Detective Hank Voight, played by Jason Beghe. As someone who shares Voight’s unique and sometimes controversial philosophy about law enforcement, Reed will be instrumental in shaping Voight’s journey this season.
Torres’ Breakthrough Episode: Dante Torres (portrayed by Benjamin Levy Aguilar) will also have a major episode this season, which Sigan promises will reveal a new side to the character. Viewers will get a deeper understanding of Torres, seeing aspects of his personality and his background that haven’t been explored before. This emotional deep dive will likely resonate with fans who have been eager to learn more about him since his introduction.
Atwater’s Love Interest: Kevin Atwater (played by LaRoyce Hawkins) has long been a fan-favorite character, but his personal life has often taken a backseat to his professional duties. This season, however, Atwater will finally get a love interest who not only understands him but “sees” him in a way no one else has. This new relationship will add a personal, emotional layer to Atwater’s storyline, showing him in a more vulnerable light. Sigan teased that the relationship brings out a more open and accepting side of Atwater, which will undoubtedly deepen his character.
Burgess and Ruzek’s Wedding: Fans of Kim Burgess (Marina Squerciati) and Adam Ruzek have been rooting for their relationship for years, and Season 12 will finally give them what they’ve been waiting for—a wedding! After the emotional ups and downs they’ve faced, the couple has found stability, and the writers decided to honor that by solidifying their relationship in a beautiful way. The wedding is expected to be a heartwarming moment that celebrates their journey as partners, both personally and professionally.
The combination of new cast members and character-driven storylines promises to make Chicago P.D. Season 12 one of the most thrilling and emotional yet. Toya Turner’s Kiana Cook will reinvigorate the patrol unit, while Shawn Hatosy’s Charlie Reed will challenge Voight in meaningful ways, pushing him to reconsider his methods and decisions. The season will also deliver exciting, action-packed episodes featuring Ruzek and Torres, while Atwater’s personal life takes center stage with a compelling new romance.
And, of course, fans can look forward to a wedding that brings Kim Burgess and Adam Ruzek’s relationship full circle. Season 12 is set to explore both the professional and personal lives of the Chicago P.D. characters with more depth and intensity, ensuring that viewers are in for a ride full of action, love, and unexpected twists.
