The wait is over! One Chicago is back, kicking off the new year with fresh episodes that promise to bring drama, action, and resolution to the cliffhangers fans have been eagerly awaiting.
After taking a hiatus during December—standard for NBC due to holiday programming—the beloved trio of shows, Chicago Fire, Chicago Med, and Chicago P.D., will return to their usual Wednesday lineup. The first episode of the year airs on January 8, 2025, and fans are in for a thrilling month, especially with a game-changing crossover event on the horizon.
When Does One Chicago Return?
Mark your calendars! One Chicago makes its highly anticipated return on Wednesday, January 8. The lineup remains consistent for the first few weeks of January:
- Chicago Med at 8/7c
- Chicago Fire at 9/8c
- Chicago P.D. at 10/9c
Each series will pick up where their fall finales left off, diving straight into the unresolved drama that had viewers on the edge of their seats. But while the schedule holds steady early in the month, things will take a dramatic turn by January 29.
A Crossover Event Shakes Up the Lineup
On Wednesday, January 29, the One Chicago universe will present a highly anticipated crossover event that rearranges the typical airing order. For this special three-hour storyline, Chicago Fire will kick things off at 8/7c, followed by Chicago Med at 9/8c, and wrapping up with Chicago P.D. at 10/9c.
Why the change? The inciting incident for the crossover begins in Chicago Fire. A devastating disaster in an office building sends shockwaves through the city, leaving several people trapped underground. Among those affected are two central cast members from one of the One Chicago shows, raising the stakes for the entire franchise.
The crossover will explore how Chicago’s first responders—firefighters, police officers, and medical professionals—work together to manage the chaos and save lives. Executive producer Anastasia Puglisi has likened the event to an “epic action movie,” promising edge-of-your-seat drama and high-intensity storytelling.
What to Expect in January 2025
Fans can look forward to several weeks of regular programming leading up to the crossover, as each show builds momentum for the larger storyline. While the usual schedule holds steady until January 29, viewers are advised not to be confused by the lineup change on crossover night—it’s all part of an epic, interconnected narrative.
So, whether you’re tuning in for the drama of Chicago Med, the heroics of Chicago Fire, or the suspense of Chicago P.D., rest assured that January will be packed with everything fans love about the One Chicago universe. Don’t miss a single moment as the franchise starts 2025 with a bang!
