Season 12 of Chicago Fire premiered on January 17, 2024 with the episode Barely Gone and concluded on May 22, 2024 with the episode Never Say Goodbye.
Summary[]
Six months have passed since the events of Season 11, Mouch managed to survive a near fatal event and is back in the action, while Stella and Kelly have reunited. Brett has accepted Casey's proposal, meanwhile, Gallo made the decision to relocate to Detroit with his aunt.
Cast[]
Main Cast[]
- Taylor Kinney as Lieutenant Kelly Severide
- Kara Killmer as Paramedic in Charge Sylvie Brett (episodes 1-6)
- David Eigenberg as Lieutenant Christopher Herrmann
- Joe Miñoso as Firefighter Joe Cruz
- Christian Stolte as Firefighter Randall "Mouch" McHolland
- Miranda Rae Mayo as Lieutenant Stella Kidd
- Alberto Rosende as Firefighter Blake Gallo (episode 1)
- Daniel Kyri as Firefighter Darren Ritter
- Hanako Greensmith as Paramedic Violet Mikami
- Eamonn Walker as Deputy District Chief Wallace Boden
Special Appearances[]
Recurring Cast[]
- Randy Flagler as Firefighter Harold Capp
- Jake Lockett as Firefighter Sam Carver
- Anthony Ferraris as Firefighter Tony Ferraris
- Katelynn Shennett as Firefighter Kylie Estevez
- Rome Flynn as Firefighter Derrick Gibson (episodes 2-8)
- Wesam Keesh as Paramedic Jared Lennox
- Laura Allen as Paramedic Field Chief Danya Robinson
- Jocelyn Hudon as Paramedic Lyla Novak
- Michael Bradway as Firefighter Jack Damon
- Robyn Coffin as Cindy Herrmann
- Kristen Gutoskie as Chloe Cruz
- Melissa Ponzio as Donna Boden
Background[]
Chicago Fire was renewed for a twelfth season in April 2023, along with its sister shows, Chicago PD and Chicago Med.[1]
It was confirmed by NBC[2] that due to the SAG-AFTRA strike[3], the entire One Chicago franchise (Chicago Fire, Chicago PD and Chicago Med) would be delayed to 2024. The number of episodes was also cut down to 13.
Fire airs on Wednesdays at 9PM EST, preceded by Med at 8PM EST and followed by PD at 10PM EST.[4]
Episode List[]
| No. | Episode | Summary | Air date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12x01 240 |
Barely Gone |
An arson case tests Kidd and Severide's relationship. Firehouse 51 is forced to share its space with Firehouse 17. Kidd and Herrmann fight over Ritter. Firehouse 51 says goodbye to one of its own. | January 17, 2024 |
| 12x02 241 |
Call Me McHolland |
Mouch sets out to change his legacy and nickname. Ritter pushes Herrmann to see a doctor. Brett searches for the perfect wedding venue. | January 24, 2024 |
| 12x03 242 |
Trapped |
After witnessing a domestic dispute, Brett and Violet decide to take the investigation into their own hands. Mouch vets Truck 81’s new firefighter. Herrmann relies on something new to aid him on the job. | January 31, 2024 |
| 12x04 243 |
The Little Things |
Julia spends a couple of days at 51. Boden’s stepson, James, returns desperate for Boden to help his mother. After a little girl starts a fire in her backyard, Kidd and her team decide to dig deeper. | February 07, 2024 |
| 12x05 244 |
On the Hook |
After their defibrillator malfunctions on a call, Brett and Violet search for answers. Herrmann tries to find the perfect home for his new recliner. A secret from Gibson's past comes to light. | February 21, 2024 |
| 12x06 245 |
Port in the Storm |
Firehouse 51 welcomes back some familiar faces and says goodbye to Brett. Violet scrambles to decorate Brett's wedding venue. A call at the expo center takes a shocking turn. | February 28, 2024 |
| 12x07 246 |
Red Flag |
Violet clashes with her new partner. Severide discovers a hidden stash of money on a call and squares off against the cops working the case. Mouch gets a parking ticket. | March 20, 2024 |
| 12x08 247 |
All the Dark |
A hazmat call at a dialysis center leads to a shocking discovery. Boden clashes with Paramedic Chief Robinson. Carver notices a concerning change in Gibson's behavior. | March 27, 2024 |
| 12x09 248 |
Something About Her |
Severide, Kidd and Van Meter investigate a fire at a recording studio. Kylie helps James keep a secret from Boden. Mouch struggles to maintain boundaries with a paramedicine client. | April 3, 2024 |
| 12x10 249 |
The Wrong Guy |
Severide steps in as ranking officer at 51; Kidd fights to save her Girls on Fire program; Cruz's family is threatened when someone from Javi's past resurfaces. | May 1, 2024 |
| 12x11 250 |
Inside Man |
Severide goes for an unexpected ride on Truck 81. Ritter's worlds collide when his secret cop boyfriend helps 51 track down Severide and the missing rig. | May 8, 2024 |
| 12x12 251 |
Under Pressure |
Severide and Violet risk clashing with Paramedic Chief Robinson after Lennox makes a dangerous decision on a call. Capp and Tony attempt to break a world record. Cruz and Chloe's marriage problems come to a head. | May 15, 2024 |
| 12x13 252 |
Never Say Goodbye |
Boden makes a decision that impacts the race for Deputy Commissioner. A tense call brings up painful memories for Carver and Damon. Mouch struggles to adjust to the new Truck. | May 22, 2024 |
Trivia[]
- Alberto Rosende departs in The season premiere (Barely Gone) after 4 seasons.
- Kara Killmer departs the series following episode 6 (Port in the Storm) after 9 seasons.
- Jesse Spencer as Captain Matthew Casey is credited as a "Special Guest Star" in Port in the Storm.
- The Season 12 Finale (Never Say Goodbye) sees the exit of Eamonn Walker as Deputy District Chief Wallace Boden, after 12 seasons.
- The Season 12 Finale (Never Say Goodbye) is the first finale of the entire series to not feature Jesse Spencer as Captain Matthew Casey.
- Due to the Hollywood Strikes, this is the shortest season of the series with a total of 13 episodes, surpassing Season 9 that had a total of 16 episodes.
- Season 12 starts six months after the Season 11 finale.
Gallery[]
References[]
- ↑ https://variety.com/2023/tv/news/chicago-fire-chicago-pd-chicago-med-renewed-nbc-1235577170/
- ↑ https:https://onechicagocenter.com/2023/07/19/one-chicago-nbc-confirms-shows-delayed-2024-midseason/
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2023_SAG-AFTRA_strike
- ↑ https://www.spoilertv.com/2023/05/nbc-announces-fall-2023-schedule.html