Fans of One Chicago—that’s Chicago Med, Chicago Fire, and Chicago P.D.—will have to take a short break from their usual Wednesday lineup. After running full speed since the fall, all three shows are on hiatus, with new episodes set to return early in 2026.
When Will One Chicago Return?
Mark your calendars: the hiatus ends Wednesday, January 7, 2026. All three series will resume their original Wednesday night schedule, airing as part of the iconic One Chicago block.
Even though the shows are off for the next couple of months, NBC’s Wednesday schedule is still packed with entertainment, meaning your midweek viewing won’t be boring.
NBC’s Holiday Wednesday Lineup
Here’s what’s filling the gap until the One Chicago shows return:
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November 19, 8 p.m. — Wicked: Watch the 2024 film ahead of the nationwide premiere of Wicked: For Good.
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November 26, 9 p.m. — Saturday Night Live Thanksgiving Special: A two-hour look back at classic SNL sketches.
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December 3, 10 p.m. — Christmas in Nashville: Holiday musical specials featuring Music City favorites.
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December 10, 8 p.m. — Red One: Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson stars in this action-packed NBC movie night.
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December 17, 8 p.m. — Shrek the Halls: The underrated Christmas special featuring fan-favorite Shrek characters.
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December 17, 8:30 p.m. — Happy’s Place: Reba McEntire, Rex Linn, Melissa Peterman, and cast deliver holiday cheer.
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December 17, 9 p.m. — Jimmy Fallon’s Holiday Seasoning Spectacular: Jimmy and celebrity friends bring songs from his holiday album.
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December 17, 10 p.m. — Access Hollywood Presents NBC’s Hot 10 of 2025: Year-end entertainment recap.
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December 24, 8 p.m. — It’s a Wonderful Life: NBC’s Christmas Eve tradition.
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December 24, 11:30 p.m. — Christmas Eve Mass: Another longstanding holiday tradition.
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December 31, 8 p.m. — One Chicago Repeats: Reruns of Chicago Med, Fire, and P.D. to ring in the New Year.
Behind-the-Scenes Fun
For fans craving insider info during the hiatus, check out the official One Chicago Podcast, hosted by longtime Chicago P.D. producer Brian Luce. The show dives into behind-the-scenes secrets, interviews, and analysis from all three series.
Bottom line: Wednesdays may feel quieter without One Chicago, but NBC has packed the schedule with movies, specials, and holiday programming. New episodes of Chicago Med, Fire, and P.D. will be back Wednesday, January 7, 2026, ready to pick up where they left off.
