What to Expect from Chicago Fire Season 14 Episode 9: Crime of Passion
Could it possibly be that Chicago Fire Season 14 Episode 9, “Crime of Passion,” kills off a very prominent character? With Tom Van Meter still unconscious and in the hospital, fans begin to wonder if this is the last they will see of Tim Hopper on the show.
Whichever ending the show chooses for this character, the incident will completely alter the trajectory of Severide’s storyline. Now that he suspects a crime of passion and is determined to make the suspect pay for what they have done, nothing will be the same for him.
Cruz offers his help to Severide in hopes of bringing some sort of peace into his life. But is this possible when one of his mentors is between life and death?
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 9 Details
- Title: “Crime of Passion”
- Air Date: Wednesday, January 14, 2026
- Time: 9:00 PM EST
- Network: NBC
- Writer: Matt Whitney and Alec Wells
- Director: Steve Robin
How to Watch Chicago Fire Season 14 Episode 9
- Live: NBC at 9;00 PM EST
- Streaming: Available next day on Peacock
Chicago Fire Season 14 Episode 9 Description
A member of the Firehouse 51 family remains in peril; Cruz lends a hand to Severide in the ongoing investigation.
Guest Stars & Returning Characters
- Main Cast: Taylor Kinney (Kelly Severide), David Eigenberg (Christopher Hermann), Anthony Ferraris (Tony), Randy Flagler (Harold Capp), Hanako Greensmith (Violet Mikami), Jocelyn Hudon (Lyla Novak), Brandon Larracuente (Sal Vasquez), Miranda Rae Mayo (Stella Kidd), Joe Minoso (Joe Cruz), Dermot Mulroney (Dom Pascal), and Christian Stolte (Randall McHolland)
- Notable Returns: Tim Hopper as Tom Van Meter and Hero Hunter as Isaiah
Promo & Photos
Check out the photos from Chicago Fire Season 14 Episode 9:
Promo Video:
What are your hopes for this episode of Chicago Fire? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below, and be sure to catch up with our review of Chicago Fire Season 14 Episode 8, “A Man Possessed,” right here.
Chicago Fire airs Wednesdays at 9/8c on NBC.
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