‘Chicago Fire’, ‘Chicago P.D.’ & ‘Chicago Med’ Renewed For 2026
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Key Points:
- NBC has renewed the entire OneChicago franchise, including Chicago Fire for Season 15, Chicago P.D. for Season 14, and Chicago Med for Season 12, all set to return in fall 2026.
- The renewal follows a successful March 4 Chicago crossover event that boosted viewership and social video engagement significantly compared to the previous year.
- This early renewal contrasts with last year’s delayed negotiations, which involved budget cuts and reduced episode orders; the episode count for next season is still undecided.
- Key veteran cast members, such as Chicago Med lead S. Epatha Merkerson, are expected to return despite contract renewals being pending.
- The OneChicago franchise continues to perform strongly on both linear TV and streaming platforms, regularly appearing in Peacock’s Top 10 in-season shows.
