Chicago Med, Chicago Fire, and Chicago P.D. Snag Three-Season Renewals at NBC

Great news, Chi-Hards!

The One Chicago Franchise isn’t going anywhere any time soon thanks to a three-season renewal for Chicago Med, Chicago Fire, and Chicago P.D. that comes as part of a new five-year deal for Dick Wolf and Wolf Entertainment to remain at Universal Television. 

Currently, Chicago Med is in its fifth season, Chicago P.D. is in its seventh, and Chicago Fire is in its eighth. If you’re doing the math, that means we are guaranteed to see tenth seasons, at least, for Chicago P.D. and Chicago Fire. 

When we spoke with Dick Wolf at least year’s One Chicago Press Day, he discussed the success of the One Chicago franchise, giving the credit to the people involved. “I’ve never had anything like it, which is, I think only visible to the audience by the fact of how good they are together. There are no line counters. There are no — ‘where’s my close-up?’ It’s a remarkably ensemble-like world,” he said.

In another interview with actors Torrey DeVitto and Nick Gehlfuss of Chicago Med, the two discussed how much of a family everyone from the three shows had become, thanks to the way Dick Wolf operated.

In addition to the renewal of those three shows for three more seasons, the deal also means a three-season renewal for record-breaking drama Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.

Wolf’s deal also comes on the heels of his recent pact with NBCUniversal’s soon-to-be-launched streaming service Peacock, where Wolf’s extensive library – including both the Law & Order and Chicago franchises – will be available for users. The pact also includes multiple series commitments.

“I’m gratified and excited that Universal will remain our home for five more years,” Wolf said. “This new term deal complements our recently concluded agreement to make Peacock one of the primary destinations for both the ‘L&O’ and ‘Chicago’ brands, as well as our extraordinary three-year NBC broadcast pickups on all four current series. We are now supercharged to expand our business on new platforms, both domestically and internationally, while continuing to produce our current and future series for broadcasting and streaming networks.”

“I’ve thoroughly enjoyed working with Dick over the decades and it goes without saying he remains one of the most influential producers in history,” said Bonnie Hammer, Chairman, NBCUniversal Content Studios. “He is a visionary, unlike any other whose impact, has changed the entire television landscape. We’re beyond thrilled to have Dick and his team remain in the NBCUniversal family for many years to come.”

“The significance of having Dick Wolf remain at Universal Television can’t be overstated,” said Pearlena Igbokwe, President, Universal Television. “Dick has proven himself masterful at building successful, iconic brands and telling gripping, intelligent and thought-provoking stories. It’s an honor and pleasure to be a part of the Wolf Pack for the next five years. We’re also grateful to NBC for their continued support of the ‘Law & Order’ and ‘Chicago’ drama series.”

“Dick Wolf has proven time and time again that he makes shows audiences love,” said Paul Telegdy, Chairman, NBC Entertainment. “We are delighted, excited and proud that as part of this epic deal with Wolf Entertainment, NBC’s loyal audience will know that their favorite shows have a certain future for the next three years.”

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Chicago Med, Chicago Fire, and Chicago P.D. air Wednesdays beginning at 8/7c on NBC. Law & Order: Special Victims Unit airs Thursdays at 10/9c on NBC.

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When It Comes to the Success of One Chicago, Dick Wolf Says It’s All About the People