Lt. Casey gets off on the wrong foot with Sam Mullins, a temporary Chief who is filling in for Boden at House 51 for the morning. When Casey later makes a risky move in an attempt to save a distraught man from jumping off a building, Mullins has a surprise that Casey does not expect. Mouch flies in Cruz's brother Leon as a birthday surprise, but the rest of the squad struggles to keep it a secret. Meanwhile, Brett is caught off guard when she learns new information about her hometown friend Hope.
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.