The One Chicago franchise, which began with Chicago Fire over a decade ago, has grown into a beloved TV powerhouse. Created by Dick Wolf, the universe now includes Chicago Med and Chicago P.D., with each show capturing the hearts of fans around the world. After a five-year hiatus, the franchise is set to host an epic crossover event on Wednesday, January 29.
The official synopsis teases high-stakes drama: “When a gas explosion rocks a high-rise, Chicago’s first responders come out in force to rescue hundreds of civilians. The calamity beneath the surface, however, sends our heroes on a race to save 40 people trapped deep underground, including two of their own.”
Crossover events in the One Chicago universe are always fan favorites, but this one promises even more excitement by putting a first responder in life-threatening danger. With the event drawing closer, anticipation is running high among fans and cast members alike.
Joe Miñoso on the Crossover Magic
Joe Miñoso, who plays veteran firefighter Joe Cruz on Chicago Fire, shared his excitement for the crossover in a recent interview with ScreenRant. Reflecting on his experience working across the One Chicago universe, Miñoso said:
“I was so excited to work with Steven Weber, and then I did, and it was a real disappointment. No, that’s a joke. Please don’t take that seriously. [Laughs] I think at this point, with the exception of some of the newer people on Med who came in this season, I’ve had the pleasure of working with pretty much everybody on all three shows.”
Miñoso also expressed admiration for working alongside Dermot Mulroney, who plays Chief Dom Pascal, the new leader of Firehouse 51. For Miñoso, sharing scenes with Mulroney was a career highlight:
“I just don’t know how the casting department manages to keep finding great people to work with. Right now, we have Dermot in our show. We have Dermot Mulroney on our show. It’s so crazy to say that. I’m such a fan and have been for years and years, and he’s such a big name in the world of what we do. To be in a scene with Dermot in Boden’s office, where we’re really kind of connecting, I’m living the actor’s dream.”
Miñoso also praised the unique chemistry of the One Chicago cast:
“There’s something super, super special about these shows, and it is about the people in them. We’re so lucky, and I hope to do it for another 20 years.”
The Massive Cast Behind the One Chicago Universe
The upcoming crossover will unite characters from all three shows, creating a monumental event for fans. The Chicago Fire cast includes Taylor Kinney (Kelly Severide), David Eigenberg (Christopher Herrmann), Miranda Rae Mayo (Stella Kidd), Christian Stolte (Randy McHolland), Daniel Kyri (Darren Ritter), Hanako Greensmith (Violet Mikami), Jake Lockett (Sam Carver), and Jocelyn Hudon (Lizzie Novak).
Joining from Chicago Med are S. Epatha Merkerson (Sharon Goodwin), Oliver Platt (Daniel Charles), Steven Weber (Dean Archer), Marlyne Barrett (Maggie Lockwood), Jessy Schram (Hannah Asher), Luke Mitchell (Mitch Ripley), Sarah Ramos (Caitlin Ramos), and Darren Barnet (John Frost).
The Chicago P.D. team includes Jason Beghe (Hank Voight), Patrick John Flueger (Adam Ruzek), Marina Squerciati (Kim Burgess), LaRoyce Hawkins (Kevin Atwater), Amy Morton (Trudy Platt), Benjamin Levy Aguilar (Dante Torres), and Toya Turner (Kiana Cook).
The One Chicago crossover event will air on Wednesday, January 29, from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. ET. Fans can catch up on all three shows on Peacock before the big night.
