Get ready, Intelligence fans — Chicago P.D. Season 13 is officially underway, and while familiar faces are back patrolling the streets of Chicago, one major new addition is already turning heads. NBC kept this casting tightly under wraps, but with filming in progress, the first hints about the newest member of Voight’s team have emerged — and it’s not who anyone expected.
After Tracy Spiridakos’ emotional farewell and Patrick John Flueger’s mysterious exit, fans wondered how the Intelligence Unit would fill the void. Sources now confirm a “game-changing” addition early in Season 13 who will challenge Voight’s leadership and test the team’s loyalty.
Confirmed Returning Cast
🔥 Jason Beghe as Hank Voight
The heart and shadow of Chicago P.D., Voight remains the team’s anchor. This season will push him further than ever, testing both his instincts and his authority within the unit. Showrunner Gwen Sigan teases: “Voight’s seen it all… but what’s coming next, he won’t see coming.”
🔥 LaRoyce Hawkins as Kevin Atwater
Carrying much of Season 12’s emotional weight, Atwater returns with newfound confidence — and a few scars. This season will explore his role as a mentor and what it truly means to protect the badge in a system that doesn’t always have your back.
🔥 Marina Squerciati as Kim Burgess
Recovering from last season’s trauma, Burgess steps into a more commanding role, hinting at leadership territory while still navigating lingering shadows from her past.
🔥 Benjamin Levy Aguilar as Dante Torres
The rookie-turned-rising star gets his biggest storyline yet, forming a tense bond with the incoming newcomer — a partnership that promises to blur the line between loyalty and rivalry.
🔥 Amy Morton as Desk Sergeant Trudy Platt
The glue holding the 21st District together, Platt’s sarcastic wit and sheer determination remain indispensable. But even she may feel the shake-ups sweeping through Intelligence this season.
The Surprise New Star
While NBC has not officially revealed the actor, set leaks suggest a well-known TV performer making their One Chicago debut. Described as a charismatic but unpredictable detective, this character is set to join Voight’s unit after a high-profile case, bringing secrets and moral ambiguity that could divide the team.
Rumors hint at actors like Luke Mitchell (Blindspot, The Code) or Katrina Law (NCIS) being involved, though NBC remains tight-lipped. Insider reports describe the character as “smart, morally gray, and not afraid to go toe-to-toe with Voight,” promising fans will love and hate them at the same time.
What This Means for Season 13
Season 13 is shaping up to be a turning point for the 21st District. With Voight aging, Burgess evolving, and Torres stepping up, the new addition could shift team dynamics entirely, forcing everyone to question loyalty and trust.
Showrunner Gwen Sigan sums it up: “Season 13 is about change — in leadership, in loyalty, and in identity. The team is growing, but not everyone will be comfortable with that.”
One thing is certain: the 21st District will never be the same again.
🔥 “A new face. A new threat. And a season that will change everything.” 🔥
