Chicago Fire: Episode Descriptions and How to Watch
Chicago Fire Season 12 episode descriptions, Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode descriptions, and how to watch Chicago Fire online
From executive producer Dick Wolf and co-creator Derek Haas, Chicago Fire is an edge-of-your-seat ride is a look into the professional and personal lives of the firefighters and paramedics of Firehouse 51 as they risk their lives every day to save and protect the citizens of Chicago.

The series stars Taylor Kinney as Lt. Kelly Severide, David Eigenberg as Lt. Christopher Herrmann, Miranda Rae Mayo as Lt. Stella Kidd, Eamonn Walker as Deputy District Chief Wallace Boden, Kara Killmer as Sylvie Brett, Christian Stolte as Randy “Mouch” McHolland, Joe Minoso as Joe Cruz, Alberto Rosende as Blake Gallo, Daniel Kyri as Darren Ritter, and Hanako Greensmith as Violet Mikami.
Chicago Fire airs Wednesdays at 9/8c on NBC.
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Chicago Fire Season 12 Episode Descriptions
Chicago Fire Season 12 Episode 7: “Red Flag” — Air date: March 20th, 2024 — Violet clashes with her new partner; Severide discovers a hidden stash of money on a call and squares off against the cops working the case; Mouch gets a parking ticket.
Written by: Matt Whitney, Directed by: Will Eichler
Chicago Fire Season 12 Episode 6: “Port in the Storm” — Air date: February 28th, 2024 — Firehouse 51 welcomes back some familiar faces and says goodbye to Brett; Violet scrambles to decorate Brett’s wedding venue; a call at the expo center takes a shocking turn.
Written by: Andrea Newman, Directed by: Reza Tabrizi
Chicago Fire Season 12 Episode 5: “On the Hook” — Air date: February 21st, 2024 — After their defibrillator malfunctions on a call, Brett and Violet search for answers; Herrmann tries to find the perfect home for his new recliner; a secret from Gibson’s past comes to light.
Written by: Matt Demblowski, Directed by: Matt Earl Beesley
Chicago Fire Season 12 Episode 4: “The Little Things” — Air date: February 7th, 2024 — Julia spends a couple of days at 51; Boden’s stepson, James, returns, desperate for Boden to help his mother; after a little girl starts a fire in her backyard, Kidd and her team decide to dig deeper.
Written by: Victor Teran, Directed by: Lisa Robinson
Chicago Fire Season 12 Episode 3: “Trapped” — Air date: January 31st, 2024 — After witnessing a domestic dispute, Brett and Violet decide to take the investigation into their own hands; Mouch vets Truck 81’s new firefighter; Herrmann relies on something new to aid him on the job.
Written by: Michael Gilvary, Directed by: Reza Tabrizi
Chicago Fire Season 12 Episode 2: “Call Me McHolland” — Air date: January 24th, 2024 — Mouch sets out to change his legacy and nickname; Ritter pushes Herrmann to see a doctor; Brett searches for the perfect wedding venue.
Written by: Matt Whitney, Directed by: Lisa Demaine
Chicago Fire Season 12 Episode 1: “Barely Gone” — Air date: January 17th, 2024 — Firehouse 51 is forced to share its space with Firehouse 17. Kidd and Herrmann fight over Ritter. An arson case tests Kidd and Severide’s relationship. Firehouse 51 says goodbye to one of its own.
Written by: Andrea Newman, Directed by: Reza Tabrizi
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode Descriptions
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 22: “Red Waterfall” — Air date: May 24th, 2023 — Brett waits for life-changing news. Herrmann encounters a psychic with a grave warning on a call. Kidd finds a new lead on the Homeland Security case.
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 21: “Change of Plans” — Air date: May 17th, 2023 — Carver deals with the fallout of his arrest. Brett searches for closure with the baby she rescued. Capp weasels his way into the Firehouse 51 group chat.
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 20: “Never, Ever Make a Mistake” Herrmann works on becoming a better man after Cindy’s cancer journey; Kidd bonds with a homeless victim on a call; Kylie takes her firefighter exams; a harrowing call takes a toll on Brett.
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 19: “Take a Shot at the King” Boden, Ritter, Herrmann and Kidd work together to take down a local politician responsible for a chemical fire; after his aunt’s accident, Gallo worries about their future; Brett steps in to perform Dylan’s magic show when he’s out of town.
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 18: “Danger is All Around” A familiar face returns to Firehouse 51 to serve with Kidd on a special task force; with Tony close to breaking the CFD’s perfect attendance record, Mouch and Capp work to keep him safe; old grudges resurface when Gallo reunites with a family member.
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 17: “The First Symptom” Mouch builds a classic firetruck model for the Deputy District Chief but needs assistance from Gallo and Ritter. Meanwhile, Brett and Violet encounter multiple victims with a strange set of symptoms. Cindy’s chemotherapy results loom over the Herrmann family.
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 16: “Acting Up” Cruz feels the burden of his increased responsibilities. Meanwhile, Kidd, Gallo and Carver get caught in the middle of a gang war on a call. Herrmann wrangles Trudy for help lifting Cindy’s mood. — Directed by Reza Tabrizi. Written by Andrea Newman and Michael Gilvary.
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 15: “Damage Control” Kidd, Seager and Carver investigate a fire at the city stables. Kylie clashes with some of the firefighters over changes due to budget cuts. Meanwhile, Herrmann struggles to keep it together as Cindy’s condition worsens. — Directed by Lisa Demaine.
Written by Victor Teran.
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 14: “Run Like Hell” An annoying floater takes a romantic interest in Violet; Ritter catches a local politician in a compromising position. Meanwhile, Mouch and Severide help Trudy with an arson investigation. — Directed by William Eichler. Written by Elizabeth Sherman.
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 13: “The Man of the Moment“ Firehouse 51 helps Herrmann put on a school fundraiser; Carver’s troubled brother comes to town; a grateful citizen is determined to thank Brett and Severide for saving his life. — Directed by Matt Earl Beesley. Written by Andrea Newman.
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 12: “How Does it End?” Truck and squad clash after a tense call rescuing a doomsday prepper. Herrmann struggles with Cindy’s diagnosis. Elsewhere, Violet gives Brett and Gallo dating advice. — Directed by Heather Cappiello. Written by Matt Demblowski.
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 11: “A Guy I Used to Know” Firehouse 51 prepares for their semi-annual firehouse inspection. Meanwhile, Brett fights to save her paramedicine program. Commander Martin Pearce asks Severide for a favor.
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 10: “Something for the Pain” Detective Pryma’s case comes to an explosive end with Kidd and Carver’s lives in danger. Meanwhile, Brett installs an infant safe surrender box at 51. Violet is determined to take Emma down.
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 9: “Nemesis” Severide struggles with the cost of helping Det. Pryma with the Martucci case. Elsewhere, Gallo campaigns for Herrmann to represent 51 at the National Firefighter’s Association’s Winter Conference. A familiar face makes a shocking return.
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 8: “A Beautiful Life” Detective Pryma asks for Severide’s help on a case involving explosives. Gallo and Carver clash after Gallo improvises on a call. Meanwhile, Violet encourages Brett to start dating again.
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 7: “Angry is Easier” Herrmann is tasked with fulfilling a man’s dying wish. Meanwhile, Kidd reflects on her Girls on Fire program after one of her students graduates from the Fire Academy. A heckler harasses Firehouse 51.
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 6: “All-Out Mystery” Severide and Kidd investigate an explosion at a jewelry store; Cruz and Chloe take steps to make Javi a permanent part of their family. Elsewhere, Gallo, Ritter and Mouch try to bond with Carver.
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 5: “Haunted House” Firehouse 51 hosts a Halloween open house. Meanwhile, Kidd and Severide help a young girl after she gets kicked out of her home.
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 4: “The Center of the Universe” Kidd gets a glimpse into Carver’s chaotic personal life. Elsewhere, Mouch and Herrmann receive an unexpected gift.
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 3: “Completely Shattered” Kidd recruits Carver, Capp and Tony to help prepare her new lieutenant’s quarters. Severide and Detective Pryma reluctantly pair up to work a police investigation. Later, Firehouse 51 comes together to fight a movie theater fire.
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 2: “Every Scar Tells a Story” Javi spends a couple of shifts at Firehouse 51; Kidd and Carver work together to help Carver’s former boss. As Hawkins and Violet’s relationship blossoms, Gallo turns his attention elsewhere.
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 1: “Hold on Tight” Kidd and Severide’s honeymoon is interrupted by a dangerous person from their past. Kidd’s former academy classmate joins Firehouse 51. Meanwhile, Brett and Violet reflect on their relationships.
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