When a fire claims one of their own, there's plenty of guilt and blame to go around. Lt. Matthew Casey, in charge of the Truck, tries to carry on, but butts heads with the brash Lt. Kelly Severide of the Rescue Squad - and each blames the other for their fallen team member. The firehouse also includes: Battalion Chief Wallace Boden, a fireman's fireman who is confronted by important personal decisions; paramedics Gabriela Dawson and Leslie Shay, who share a close bond and team together to face some of the most harrowing situations imaginable; Peter Mills, an academy graduate who is the latest generation in a family of firefighters; and Christopher Herrmann, a seasoned veteran who loses his home to foreclosure and now must uproot his family to move in with his in-laws.
If you are a fan of gripping crime dramas that delve into the complexities of law enforcement, then *Chicago P.D.* is a series you cannot afford to miss. Premiered on January 8, 2014, this American television show created by Dick Wolf is part of the expansive Chicago franchise and focuses on the fictional 21st District of the Chicago Police Department. The series showcases an elite Intelligence Unit led by Detective Sergeant Hank Voight (played by Jason Beghe), who navigates through brutal crimes while facing personal and professional challenges.
The first season introduces viewers to a world where violence lurks around every corner, and justice often comes at a moral cost. Voight’s team includes an array of compelling characters such as Antonio Dawson (Jon Seda), Erin Lindsay (Sophia Bush), and Adam Ruzek (Patrick Flueger). Each character brings their own struggles and strengths to the table, creating intricate relationships that add depth to the storyline. The chemistry between cast members enhances the viewing experience as they tackle challenging cases ranging from drug cartels to kidnappings.
In Season 1, audiences witness how Voight's tough exterior hides a complicated past—one that sometimes blurs the lines between right and wrong. The premiere episode sets the tone with high stakes as Voight's unit pursues a Columbian drug cartel responsible for horrific slayings in Chicago. This thrilling chase captivates viewers as they become immersed in not only the action but also in how each officer’s decisions impact their community and relationships within their unit.