After enduring delays caused by industry strikes, the One Chicago franchise is set to make a triumphant return with new episodes of “Chicago Med,” “Chicago Fire,” and “Chicago PD” airing on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. The highly anticipated comeback comes after a hiatus that resulted from the Writers Guild of America (WGA) and Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) strikes in 2023, which disrupted production schedules across the television industry.
The current seasons of the One Chicago shows, including “Chicago Med” season 9, “Chicago Fire” season 12, and “Chicago PD” season 11, finally premiered in January 2024 after the delays caused by the strikes. However, these seasons feature a reduced episode count compared to previous installments, with each series slated to have only 13 episodes. Despite the shorter seasons, NBC has already renewed all three shows for additional seasons, indicating a promising future for the franchise.
On March 27, fans can look forward to a three-hour block of new episodes, starting with “Chicago Med” season 9, episode 8 at 8 pm ET, followed by “Chicago Fire” season 12, episode 8 at 9 pm ET, and concluding with “Chicago PD” season 11, episode 8 at 10 pm ET. Each episode promises to deliver the intense drama, compelling storytelling, and beloved characters that have made the One Chicago franchise a fan favorite over the years.
While NBC has yet to announce the schedule for the One Chicago shows beyond April 3, 2024, viewers can expect another hiatus following the airing of episode 8 of each series. However, with the renewal of “Chicago Med,” “Chicago Fire,” and “Chicago PD” for additional seasons, fans can rest assured that there will be plenty more thrilling episodes to come in the future.
The return of One Chicago represents a triumphant comeback for the beloved franchise, offering fans the opportunity to once again immerse themselves in the captivating world of the Windy City’s first responders and medical professionals. With its blend of gripping storytelling, compelling characters, and heart-pounding action, One Chicago continues to captivate audiences and solidify its place as a television powerhouse.
FAQ
Why were the One Chicago shows delayed, and when did they premiere their current seasons?
The current seasons of “Chicago Med” (season 9), “Chicago Fire” (season 12), and “Chicago PD” (season 11) were delayed due to strikes by the Writers Guild of America and SAG-AFTRA in 2023. As a result, these seasons did not premiere until January 2024, with fewer episodes compared to previous seasons.
How many episodes are left in the current seasons of the One Chicago shows?
Each of the current seasons of the One Chicago shows will have a total of 13 episodes, making them the shortest seasons in their respective series. However, NBC has already renewed all three shows for additional seasons, indicating that the next seasons will likely return to the regular 22-episode count.
What can viewers expect from the upcoming episodes airing on March 27, 2024?
On March 27, NBC will air new episodes of all three One Chicago shows, starting with “Chicago Med” season 9, episode 8 at 8 pm ET, followed by “Chicago Fire” season 12, episode 8 at 9 pm ET, and concluding with “Chicago PD” season 11, episode 8 at 10 pm ET. Each episode promises thrilling storylines and character developments, continuing the legacy of the franchise.
Will there be further episodes after March 27, 2024?
While NBC has not unveiled the schedule for the One Chicago shows beyond April 3, 2024, fans can expect another hiatus following the airing of episode 8 of each series. However, with the renewal of all three shows for additional seasons, viewers can look forward to more exciting episodes in the future.