NBC’s ONE CHICAGO franchise returns with all new episodes on Wednesday, January 7, 2025, bringing back Chicago Med, Chicago Fire, and Chicago P.D. following the fall hiatus. Each series resumes with Episode 8 of its current season, picking up directly from unresolved cliffhangers and setting the tone for a high-stakes winter run.
Chicago Fire
Season 14 Episode 8
A Man Possessed
Logline:
After an act of arson hits close to home, Severide becomes determined to find the person responsible, while financial threats force Firehouse 51 to confront an uncertain future.
Where we left off:
The fall finale placed Kelly Severide in immediate peril during a dangerous fire investigation, while Firehouse 51 faced the possibility of being decommissioned due to budget cuts. The episode left both personal safety and the future of the house hanging in the balance.
What to expect:
The new episode resolves Severide’s life-or-death situation while expanding the arson storyline. At the same time, the looming threat to Firehouse 51 intensifies, pushing leadership and crew members into difficult conversations about survival, loyalty, and sacrifice. The episode blends action with long-term stakes that will continue through the season.
Chicago P.D.
Season 13 Episode 8
Born Screaming
Logline:
Voight and the Intelligence Unit race to uncover the truth behind a dangerous case before it spirals further out of control.
Where we left off:
The fall finale ended with Officer Eva Imani in serious danger after pursuing a lead alone, while Hank Voight found himself under increasing pressure tied to internal politics and a blackmail threat. Trust within the unit and scrutiny from outside forces were both reaching a breaking point.
What to expect:
The midseason premiere focuses on the immediate fallout from Imani’s situation and the consequences of the unit’s recent choices. Voight’s leadership is tested once again as Intelligence navigates both a volatile case and growing internal oversight. Expect a tense, tightly paced episode that reinforces the show’s ongoing themes of loyalty and moral consequence.
Chicago Med
Season 11 Episode 8
Triple Threat
Logline:
The Gaffney medical team faces the professional and personal consequences of recent decisions as multiple crises collide inside the emergency department.
Where we left off:
The fall finale ended with Dr. Caitlin Lenox in serious danger after following a domestic violence case on her own. Her condition was left unresolved, while the hospital continued to operate under mounting pressure from staff strain, leadership challenges, and emotionally charged patient cases.
What to expect:
The midseason return picks up immediately with the aftermath of Lenox’s attack and the ripple effects throughout the ED. The episode focuses on accountability, risk, and how far doctors are willing to go when they believe they are doing the right thing. Expect heightened tension, emotional fallout, and a renewed focus on character driven storytelling as the season moves forward.
Looking ahead
With all three series back on the same night, Wednesday once again belongs to ONE CHICAGO. As the winter season begins, Chicago Med, Chicago Fire, and Chicago P.D. settle back into what they do best. Stories that unfold over time and characters who have to live with their decisions, as each show pushes deeper into character driven conflict and high impact storytelling.
ONE CHICAGO returns Wednesday, January 7, 2025 on NBC.
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