What to Expect from Chicago Med Season 10 Episode 17: The Book of Archer

Archer is back in charge on Chicago Med Season 10 Episode 17, “The Book of Archer.” While Lenox decides to take the day off for personal matters, Archer will be in charge of the ED once more.

Even though we know Archer is capable of handling any ED challenges, things get out of control as multiple patients require his attention. Can he survive the pressure? Or will he cave?

Chicago Med Season 10 Episode 17, "The Book of Archer" - (l-r) Steven Weber as Dr. Dean Archer and Oliver Platt as Dr. Daniel Charles — CHICAGO MED — “The Book of Archer” Episode 1017 — Pictured: (l-r) Steven Weber as Dr. Dean Archer, Oliver Platt as Dr. Daniel Charles — (Photo by: George Burns Jr/NBC)

While Archer is dealing with the chaos, Asher works closely with a pregnant woman as she discovers a mass in her ovary. Can the baby survive? Or will they have to decide whose life to save?

Here’s everything you need to know about this episode, including the air date, cast, promo, and how to watch.

Chicago Med Season 10 Episode 17 Details

Title: “The Book of Archer”
Air Date: Wednesday, April 2, 2025
Time: 8:00 pm ET
Network: NBC
Writer: Deanna Shumaker
Director: Olenka Denysenko

Chicago Med Season 10 Episode 17, "The Book of Archer" - Lorena Diaz as Nurse Doris — CHICAGO MED — “The Book of Archer” Episode 1017 — Pictured: Lorena Diaz as Nurse Doris — (Photo by: George Burns Jr/NBC)

How to Watch Chicago Med Season 10 Episode 17

Live: NBC at 8:00 pm ET
Streaming: Available next day on Peacock

Chicago Med Season 10 Episode 17 Description

Charles and Archer treat a heart transplant patient who believes his new heart doesn’t want to be in his body; Lenox takes a personal day; Asher discovers a mass on a pregnant woman’s ovary.

Guest Stars & Returning Characters

Main Cast: S. Epatha Merkerson (Sharon Goodwin), Marlyne Barrett (Maggie Lockwood), Oliver Platt (Daniel Charles), Jessy Schram (Hannah Asher), Steven Weber (Dean Archer), Luke Mitchell (Mitch Ripley), Sarah Ramos (Caitlin Lenox), and Darren Barnet (John Frost)

Promo & Photos

Check out the photos from Chicago Med Season 10 Episode 17:

Chicago Med Season 10 Episode 17, "The Book of Archer" - (l-r) Lorena Diaz as Nurse Doris and Steven Weber as Dr. Dean Archer — CHICAGO MED — “The Book of Archer” Episode 1017 — Pictured: (l-r) Lorena Diaz as Nurse Doris, Steven Weber as Dr. Dean Archer — (Photo by: George Burns Jr/NBC)

Chicago Med Season 10 Episode 17, "The Book of Archer" - Sarah Ramos as Dr. Caitlin Lenox — CHICAGO MED — “The Book of Archer” Episode 1017 — Pictured: Sarah Ramos as Dr. Caitlin Lenox — (Photo by: George Burns Jr/NBC)

Chicago Med Season 10 Episode 17, "The Book of Archer" - Steven Weber as Dr. Dean Archer — CHICAGO MED — “The Book of Archer” Episode 1017 — Pictured: Steven Weber as Dr. Dean Archer — (Photo by: George Burns Jr/NBC)

Chicago Med Season 10 Episode 17, "The Book of Archer" - (l-r) Darren Barnet as Dr. John Frost and Steven Weber as Dr. Dean Archer — CHICAGO MED — “The Book of Archer” Episode 1017 — Pictured: (l-r) Darren Barnet as Dr. John Frost, Steven Weber as Dr. Dean Archer — (Photo by: George Burns Jr/NBC)

Chicago Med Season 10 Episode 17, "The Book of Archer" - (l-r) Marlyne Barrett as Maggie Lockwood and Steven Weber as Dr. Dean Archer — CHICAGO MED — “The Book of Archer” Episode 1017 — Pictured: (l-r) Marlyne Barrett as Maggie Lockwood, Steven Weber as Dr. Dean Archer — (Photo by: George Burns Jr/NBC)

Chicago Med Season 10 Episode 17, "The Book of Archer" - Marlyne Barrett as Maggie Lockwood — CHICAGO MED — “The Book of Archer” Episode 1017 — Pictured: Marlyne Barrett as Maggie Lockwood — (Photo by: George Burns Jr/NBC)

Chicago Med Season 10 Episode 17, "The Book of Archer" - (l-r) Steven Weber as Dr. Dean Archer and Marlyne Barrett as Maggie Lockwood — CHICAGO MED — “The Book of Archer” Episode 1017 — Pictured: (l-r) Steven Weber as Dr. Dean Archer, Marlyne Barrett as Maggie Lockwood — (Photo by: George Burns Jr/NBC)

Promo Video:

What are your hopes for this episode of Chicago Med? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below, and be sure to catch up with our review of Chicago Med Season 10 Episode 16, “Poster Child,” right here.

Chicago Med airs Wednesdays at 8/7c on NBC.

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