CHICAGO FIRE — “Kicking Down Doors” Episode 1401 — Pictured: (l-r) Anthony Ferraris as Tony Ferraris, Taylor Kinney as Kelly Severide, Randy Flagler as Harold Capp — (Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC via Getty Images)
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Chicago Fire’s summer hiatus is over, and new episodes of NBC’s hit firefighter drama are finally here. Keep reading to find out everything to know about Season 14, including the release schedule, how to watch and what to expect from the high-stakes season.
Season 14 continues after the action-packed Season 13 finale, where Firehouse 51’s new leader, Dom Pascal, was cleared of attempted murder charges related to his wife’s death, thanks to Severide’s help. Severide and Stella are now expecting a baby of their own after considering adoption.
Veteran firefighter Herrmann declined the lieutenant position, allowing his best friend and fellow O.G. crew member Mouch to take it. The finale also revealed that two crew members would be leaving: Sam Carver, who is departing for Denver to focus on his sobriety, and Darren Ritter, whose final appearances viewers will see in the upcoming season.
Most of the Season 13 cast of Chicago Fire are returning, including Taylor Kinney, Miranda Rae Mayo, Dermot Mulroney, David Eigenberg and more. Daniel Kyri, who plays Darren, will have a limited role in Season 14. The actor teased on Instagram that he “can’t wait” for fans to see what’s in store for his character in his final episodes.
Firehouse 51 will also see the arrival of firefighter Sal Vasquez (Brandon Larracuente). Larracuente told NBC Insider that Sal’s father was a police officer, which shaped his character’s upbringing in ways fans will “find out throughout the season.”
“Sal is really confident in his ability to be a firefighter. He’s extremely sure of himself,” Larracuente explained. “He knows how to do his job. So he knows sometimes that can rub people the wrong way. ‘Cause when he has a lot of self-assurance, that can be mistaken for cockiness.”
Andrea Newman, executive producer of Chicago Fire, told TVLine that Stella has experience dealing with sassy new firefighters and has the ability “to whip people who need a little help into shape.”
Newman added that Stella “might just be the person” who can manage Vasquez “and keep him employed in the CFD and bring all of his best qualities to the front and try not to kill him — and have him kill her! — in the meantime.”
Ready to meet Firehouse 51’s new troublemaker and watch your favorite characters battle Chicago’s most dangerous blazes? Here’s everything you need to know about when and how to watch.
When Do New Episodes of Chicago Fire Come Out?
CHICAGO FIRE — “Primary Search” Episode 1402 — Pictured: (l-r) Jocelyn Hudon as Paramedic Lyla Novak, Hanako Greensmith as Paramedic in Charge Violet Mikami — (Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC via Getty Images)
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New episodes of Chicago Fire are released on Wednesdays at 9 p.m. ET on Peacock.
Episodes will drop weekly until the midseason finale, which usually airs around the end of November. The show then returns in January and will continue airing weekly until the Season 14 finale in late spring. NBC occasionally runs reruns throughout the year, so there will be some Wednesdays without new episodes.
As for the other One Chicago shows, Chicago Med starts at 8 p.m., while Chicago Med concludes the night at 10 p.m.
How Many Episodes Will Be In Chicago Fire Season 14?
CHICAGO FIRE — “It Had To End This Way” Episode 13022 — Pictured: (l-r) Daniel Kyri as Darren Ritter, Jocelyn Hudon as Lizzy Novak, Christian Stolte as Randy “Mouch” McHolland, Joe Miñoso as Joe Cruz — (Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC via Getty Images)
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Chicago Fire will have 21 episodes in the 14th season, which is one fewer than the 2024-25 season order, according to TVLine.
How To Watch Chicago Fire Season 14 On Cable
CHICAGO FIRE — “Kicking Down Doors” Episode 1401 — Pictured: Taylor Kinney as Kelly Severide — (Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC via Getty Images)
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Chicago Fire airs on NBC and is available on NBC.com with a cable provider login.
Cord-cutters can watch Season 14 of Chicago Fire on several live TV streaming services that carry NBC, including Hulu+ Live TV, DirecTV Stream, YouTube TV, fuboTV, and Sling TV. All platforms currently have promotions or free trials available.
How To Watch Chicago Fire Season 14 On Streaming
CHICAGO FIRE — “Kicking Down Doors” Episode 1401 — Pictured: Miranda Rae Mayo as Stella Kidd — (Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC via Getty Images)
Peter Gordon/NBC via Getty Images
New episodes of Chicago Fire will be streaming on Peacock the next day (on Thursdays). To watch Season 14 and previous seasons, you’ll need to sign up for a Peacock subscription.
Plans start at $7.99 with ads for the most basic package. The Premium Monthly plan is $10.99 per month, while the Premium Plus plan is $16.99 per month. The site is promoting a deal on its annual membership, where you can get 12 months for the price of 10.
The streaming platform is also offering a seven-day free trial for new subscribers. To sign up, simply visit the Peacock registration page, enter your information and create an account. After your free trial ends, you’ll be charged based on your selected plan. Keep in mind that Peacock subscriptions automatically renew monthly unless canceled.
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