Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 19 Why Is One Chicago On Hiatus?
After Jesse Spencer’s return, fans will have to wait a considerable amount of time before finding out what’s next in Chicago Fire season 11.
It will be a while before Chicago Fire season 11 returns for a new episode. A lot has already happened in One Chicago’s inaugural series this year. There have been unexpected character departures, as well as returns, not to mention some personal issues for the people at Firehouse 51. For the most part, NBC and Wolf Entertainment have done a great job balancing all ongoing narratives, ensuring all characters are given their respective dues. As Chicago Fire season 11 enters its final stretch, several year-long plotlines are starting to come together, which makes it such an exciting time for the show.
Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 19 Releases On May 3
According to NBC’s listing, Chicago Fire season 11 episode 19 won’t be released until May 3. So, unfortunately, the One Chicago first-responder procedural will be off the air for three weeks. The wait is understandably frustrating for loyal viewers of the series, especially considering the cliffhanger finale of “Danger All Around,” where Frank Gallo found his estranged aunt in a car crash. Despite this, at least fans of the show who have been worried about the fate of Chicago Fire beyond season 11 can finally breathe a sigh of relief. The series, as well as all other Wolf Entertainment shows on NBC, have already been renewed.
Why One Chicago Shows Are On Hiatus
Chicago Fire isn’t the only One Chicago series taking this long break. Chicago PD season 10 and Chicago Med season 8 are also going on a mini-hiatus; there will be no new episodes for all three projects for the rest of April 2023. NBC already has its scheduling sorted out, however. For April 12 and 19, Chicago Fire will air reruns: “A Beautiful Life” and “Nemesis,” while Chicago Med will air “The Clothes Make The Man… Or Do They” and “Everyone’s Fighting A Battle You Know Nothing About.” The duo’s slot on April 26 will be taken over by a two-hour birthday-themed special, Carol Burnett: 90 Years of Laughter + Love.
Chicago PD, on the other hand, will have a less complicated schedule. For the next three weeks, NBC will air reruns of “Under The Skin,” “Proof of Burden,” and “This Job.” While One Chicago (or any other primetime show, for that matter) usually takes mini-breaks in the middle of a season, this seems particularly odd because not only is it a rather long break, but it also happens relatively late in the ongoing TV year. An NBC rep defends the decision, however, telling TV Line:
What To Expect From Chicago Fire, PD & Med When They Return
Since the said episodes are several weeks away, NBC has released little promotional materials for the upcoming One Chicago series. However, based on what’s happening on every show, some plotlines are expected to continue moving forward. For Chicago Med season 8, that could include Dr. Dean Archer’s worsening health and how it affects Gaffney Chicago Medical Center’s Emergency Department. For Chicago PD season 10, Adam Ruzek’s undercover job is expected to finally culminate as he develops a rapport with the racist drug dealer Richard Beck. Elsewhere, the police procedural could end up revisiting Hailey Upton’s complicated relationship with Sean O’Neal.
As for Chicago Fire season 11, there are several running plot lines that need a resolution before the year ends. While Spencer’s Casey is only set to return for a single episode, the first-responder procedural could deliver deeper into how Sylvie Brett’s ex-boyfriend’s unexpected visit to Chicago impacts her moving forward. Then, arguably the biggest mystery of the year thus far, Severide’s status at Chicago Fire‘s Firehouse 51 and whether there’s still a chance that Kinney will return.