The newest member of Firehouse 51 appears to push some boundaries on Chicago FireSeason 14 Episode 2, “Primary Search.”
Though Stella raised concerns about Sal Vasquez (Brandon Larracuente) on Chicago FireSeason 14 Episode 1, Pascal insisted that she make it work. Can she set him straight like she’s done for others?
CHICAGO FIRE — “Primary Search” Episode 1402 — Pictured: Brandon Larracuente as Firefighter Sal Vasquez — Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC)
Meanwhile, Herrmann is determined to make Molly’s more profitable, and Violet and Novack have a mystery to solve.
Here’s everything you need to know about this episode, including the air date, cast, promo, and how to watch.
Chicago Fire Season 14 Episode 2 Details
Title: “Primary Search”
Air Date: Wednesday, October 8th, 2025
Time: 9/8c
Network: NBC
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)
Vasquez fights to prove himself at 51; Violet and Novak pursue a troubling mystery; Herrmann is on a quest to keep Molly’s profitable.
Guest Stars & Returning Characters
Main Cast: Taylor Kinney, David Eigenberg, Miranda Rae Mayo, Joe Miñoso, Christian Stolte, Hanako Greensmith, Jocelyn Hudon, Dermot Mulroney, Daniel Kyri, Brandon Larracuente
Promo & Photos
Check out the photos from Chicago Fire Season 14 Episode 2:
Anthony Ferraris as Firefighter Tony Ferraris.Chicago Fire Season 14 Episode 2, “Primary Search.” (Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC)CHICAGO FIRE — “Primary Search” Episode 1402 — Pictured: (l-r) Miranda Rae Mayo as Lieutenant Stella Kidd, Brandon Larracuente as Firefighter Sal Vasquez — (Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC)Joe Minoso as Firefighter Joe Cruz. Chicago Fire Season 14 Episode 2, “Primary Search.” (Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC)Miranda Rae Mayo as Lieutenant Stella Kidd, David Eigenberg as Lieutenant Christopher Herrmann. Chicago Fire Season 14 Episode 2, “Primary Search.” (Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC)CHICAGO FIRE — “Primary Search” Episode 1402 — Pictured: Taylor Kinney as Lieutenant Kelly Severide — (Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC)Taylor Kinney as Lieutenant Kelly Severide. Chicago Fire Season 14 Episode 2, “Primary Search.” (Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC)CHICAGO FIRE — “Primary Search” Episode 1402 — Pictured: Miranda Rae Mayo as Lieutenant Stella Kidd — (Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC)Brandon Larracuente as Firefighter Sal Vasquez. Chicago Fire Season 14 Episode 2, “Primary Search.” (Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC)Hanako Greensmith as Paramedic in Charge Violet Mikami on Chicago Fire Season 14 Episode 2, “Primary Search.” (Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC)CHICAGO FIRE — “Primary Search” Episode 1402 — Pictured: (l-r) Taylor Kinney as Lieutenant Kelly Severide, Miranda Rae Mayo as Lieutenant Stella Kidd — (Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC)Joe Minoso as Firefighter Joe Cruz. Chicago Fire Season 14 Episode 2, “Primary Search.” (Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC)Brandon Larracuente as Firefighter Sal Vasquez. Chicago Fire Season 14 Episode 2, “Primary Search.” (Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC)David Eigenberg as Christopher Herrmann. Chicago Fire Season 14 Episode 2, “Primary Search.” (Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC)CHICAGO FIRE — “Primary Search” Episode 1402 — Pictured: Brandon Larracuente as Firefighter Sal Vasquez — (Photo by: Peter Gordon/NBC)
Ashley Bissette Sumerel is a television and film critic living in Wilmington, North Carolina. She is editor-in-chief of Tell-Tale TV as well as Eulalie Magazine. Ashley has also written for outlets such as Rolling Stone, Paste Magazine, and Insider.
Ashley has been a member of the Critics Choice Association since 2017 and is a Rotten Tomatoes-approved critic. In addition to her work as an editor and critic, Ashley teaches Entertainment Journalism, Composition, and Literature at the University of North Carolina Wilmington.
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