NBC’s One Chicago may be on its summer break, but that hasn’t stopped Chicago Fire from dropping a surprise casting bombshell that’s already lighting up fan circles. With two major exits looming and big changes on the horizon, Brandon Larracuente—fresh off the cancellation of On Call—is officially joining Firehouse 51 as a series regular in Season 14.
🚨 New Blood Joins a Firehouse in Flux
After a turbulent Season 13 finale that saw Jake Lockett’s Carver bow out and teased an uncertain fate for Daniel Kyri’s Ritter, fans were left wondering: Who’s next for Truck 81? Enter Brandon Larracuente, who steps into the chaos as the firehouse welcomes a new face—and potentially a new dynamic.
Though details about Larracuente’s character are still under wraps, speculation is swirling that he’ll step in to fill the void left by Carver or Ritter—or maybe both. With Stella Kidd’s surprise pregnancy adding to the roster shakeup, the firehouse is anything but stable heading into Season 14.
🔄 From On Call to One Chicago
Larracuente made waves in On Call, a Prime Video original from Wolf Entertainment that, while not part of the official One Chicago universe, shared DNA through familiar faces like Monica Raymund and Eriq La Salle. The series was cancelled in May, but Larracuente’s star clearly didn’t dim—his move to Chicago Fire is a big vote of confidence from Wolf Entertainment.
Interestingly, Deadline reports that efforts to revive On Call for a second season are still ongoing. But should that happen, Larracuente’s exit would be easy to explain given the way Season 1 wrapped up—freeing him up to make a real impact at 51.
🔥 A Firehouse at a Crossroads
The upcoming season is shaping up to be a dramatic one:
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Carver’s fate was sealed in the Season 13 finale.
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Ritter’s departure remains mysterious.
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Stella’s pregnancy may shift her into desk or EMT duty—just like Dawson before her.
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And now, a new recruit enters a team in emotional and professional transition.
With Chief Pascal’s legal woes finally put to rest (thanks to Severide), there’s a sense that Season 14 could be a fresh start—but also a turning point.
🗓️ When Does Chicago Fire Return?
Chicago Fire Season 14 premieres fall 2025, returning to its familiar Wednesdays at 9 p.m. ET slot—sandwiched between Chicago Med at 8 p.m. and Chicago P.D. at 10 p.m. If the show sticks to its usual schedule, fans can expect new episodes by late September.
In the meantime, you can revisit the emotional Season 13 finale now streaming on Peacock.
🚒 Welcome to 51, Brandon
As Chicago Fire prepares for one of its most emotionally charged seasons yet, Brandon Larracuente’s arrival couldn’t come at a better—or more complicated—time. One thing’s for sure: Firehouse 51 is far from cooling down.
