Chicago Fire: Still Fighting Fires...Literally and Figuratively (Because Cancellation Rumors Are Brutal)
Hey there, fellow Firehouse 51 enthusiasts! Ever since Matthew Casey said goodbye (sniff), we've all been on the edge of our seats wondering: will Chicago Fire survive? Will Kelly Severide finally conquer his fear of commitment (to a season, that is)?
Fear not, brave viewer, because as of today, May 5th, 2024, Chicago Fire is not going down without a fight (just like they do every darn episode). Here's the sitch on future seasons:
We Got Ourselves a Season 12, Baby!
That's right, folks. NBC renewed Chicago Fire for another season, which premiered in January 2024. So, for now, you can rest easy knowing there's more Herrmann one-liners, Stella Kidd kicking butt, and Boden making questionable decisions in our future.
But Wait, There's More (Because Cliffhangers Are a Dick Move)
Season 12 is currently airing, and while it's all sunshine and hose drills right now, there haven't been any announcements about a season 13. Does this mean doom and gloom for Firehouse 51? Maybe. Maybe not.
Here's Why We Shouldn't Panic (Yet)
The good news? Chicago Fire is part of the ever-popular "One Chicago" franchise, which includes Chicago Med and Chicago P.D. All three shows tend to get renewed together, and both Med and P.D. have been greenlit for additional seasons. This bodes well for our favorite firehouse crew!
Here's Why We Should Have a Fire Extinguisher Handy (Just in Case)
Ratings are important, my friends. The more people tuning in, the better chance we have of seeing another season. So, spread the word, get your friends hooked on the Severide family drama, and maybe even start a petition to bring Casey back (because let's be honest, the show isn't quite the same without him).
In Conclusion: The Future of Chicago Fire is Up in Smoke (But Hopefully Not)
As of now, the future of Chicago Fire is uncertain, but there are positive signs. Keep watching, keep talking about the show, and maybe even send NBC a fruit basket with a heartfelt note about how much Casey meant to us (because seriously, that goodbye still stings). Who knows, maybe they'll bring him back just to appease the fangirls (ahem, this writer).
Here's to hoping for many more seasons of close calls, daring rescues, and questionable life choices at Firehouse 51!
