Chicago P.D.: A Decade of Drama and Donuts, Who Knew Cops Could Be This Addictive?
Let's talk about Chicago P.D.. You know, that show where the cops are tougher than a Chicago winter, and the drama is thicker than deep-dish pizza. It's been a wild ride, hasn't it?
How Long Has This Cop Drama Been Keeping Us on Our Toes?
So, you're wondering how long these fine folks have been chasing bad guys and solving crimes while somehow finding time to eat an unhealthy amount of donuts? Well, buckle up, because it's been a long haul.
Chicago P.D. first graced our screens in 2014. That's right, folks, we've been following the Intelligence Unit for a solid decade now. A DECADE! Who would have thought a show about cops could be this captivating? Is it Hank Voight's questionable morals? The constant drama that would make a soap opera jealous? Or maybe it's just the sheer number of car chases that make our hearts race? Whatever it is, we're hooked.
Still Going Strong
As of now, Chicago P.D. is still going strong. The show has been renewed for a twelfth season, so we've got more Voight, more Halstead (or whoever they're going to replace him with), and more of that trademark Chicago grit to look forward to. Can we handle it? Probably not, but we'll be there with our popcorn, ready to binge.
How to Become a Chicago P.D. Expert
- How to survive a Chicago P.D. binge-watch: Stock up on coffee, donuts (optional), and tissues for all the emotional rollercoasters.
- How to spot a Chicago P.D. character from a mile away: They're usually wearing a leather jacket, have a questionable moral compass, and can probably take down three bad guys with one hand tied behind their back.
- How to predict a Chicago P.D. plot twist: Just when you think you've got it figured out, someone gets shot, arrested, or has a sudden revelation about their life.
- How to appreciate the beauty of Chicago (on screen): Ignore the crime rate and focus on the stunning skyline.
- How to cope with the inevitable character departures: Remind yourself that it's just a TV show, and there will always be new characters to love (or hate).