There’s a new chief at Firehouse 51, and he’s nothing like Wallace Boden. Chicago Fire Season 13 Episode 1, “A Monster in the Field,” introduces Chief Pascal, played by Dermot Mulroney.
He’s a hands-on chief who shakes things up with plans to make changes around the firehouse.
CHICAGO FIRE — “A Monster In the Field” Episode 13001 — Pictured: Dermot Mulroney as Chief Dom Pascal — (Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC)
Meanwhile, with the news that Jack Damon is Severide’s brother, they share a growing bond that Cruz is keeping an eye on. Violet and Novak continue to work together, and it seems Carver is back from the furlough he took suddenly at the end of Season 12.
Check out the photos and promo videos below for a preview of the Chicago Fire Season 13 premiere, which airs Wednesday, September 25th on NBC.
A new chief shakes things up at Firehouse 51; Violet and Novak work to uncover the truth behind a car crash; Cruz keeps a watchful eye on Severide and Damon’s growing bond.
Written by: Gwen Sigan Directed by: Chad Saxton
Photos from Chicago Fire Season 13 Episode 1:
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