Tonight, April 9, 2025, fans of the One Chicago franchise won’t find any new episodes airing on NBC. This pause in programming is particularly disappointing, considering the thrilling cliffhangers that each show left its viewers with. For instance, in Chicago Med, we witnessed Archer (played by Steven Weber) struggling to cope with the grief of losing his ex-wife, which has profoundly affected his life and work.
Similarly, Chicago Fire showcased Pascal, who is grappling with the traumatic loss of his wife, Monica, especially poignant given her passing coincided with their anniversary. This tension escalated when Pascal confronted a driver at the scene of a serious accident involving a young girl. Such character depth makes Pascal a strong addition to the cast in season 13. Meanwhile, in Chicago PD, Atwater faced a moral dilemma between his commitment to his girlfriend and the demand for justice. Unfortunately, viewers will have to wait to see how these stories unfold beyond tonight’s hiatus.
Reasons for the Hiatus on April 9, 2025
NBC’s Schedule for the Evening
Instead of the anticipated episodes from Chicago Med, Chicago Fire, and Chicago PD, NBC has opted to air reruns. The schedule includes:
| NBC’s Rerun Schedule for One Chicago (April 9, 2025) | |
|---|---|
| Show | Time |
|
Chicago Med Season 10, Episode 5 (“Bad Habits”) |
8 PM ET |
|
Chicago Fire Season 13, Episode 5 (“Down the Rabbit Hole”) |
9 PM ET |
|
Chicago PD Season 12, Episode 5 (“Water and Honey”) |
10 PM ET |
Although NBC has not provided a detailed explanation for this scheduling decision, brief breaks in programming are common around this time of year. These hiatuses help networks manage their episode inventory leading up to the mid-May conclusion of scripted series. While there is no confirmed date yet for the season finale, NBC has only five episodes remaining, suggesting that this break is designed to allow a smooth transition to continuous airings through May 14, 2025.
Upcoming Release Dates for Fire, PD, & Med
Anticipated Quick Return
On a positive note, the hiatus is expected to be brief. New episodes of the One Chicago series will return on April 16, 2025, meaning fans will have only a one-week wait to see the continuation of their favorite storylines. This brief break positions the series well for their respective season finales.
For viewers eager to catch up on prior episodes, NBC has made all previous seasons of One Chicago available for streaming on Peacock. This presents an excellent opportunity to revisit episodes or to catch up on any missed broadcasts this season.
What’s Ahead in Chicago Fire, PD, & Med?
Exciting Plotlines Await
When the One Chicago franchise resumes, viewers can expect significant developments across all three shows. In Chicago Med, the audience will witness Naomi’s final day in the emergency department as she embarks on her dream fellowship, leading to challenging cases for Archer and Ripley.
Chicago Fire will see the highly anticipated return of Chief Boden, who will arrive to investigate a firefighter’s entrapment in a dramatic setting told through flashbacks. This narrative method may further explore Pascal’s coping with his loss.
Meanwhile, in Chicago PD, the storyline will delve into a compelling investigation featuring Voight and Chapman pursuing Reid amid a carjacking case linked to their corrupt supervisor, setting the stage for a climactic confrontation as the series heads towards its thrilling season finale.
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