Chicago Fire, Med, and PD: A Never-Ending Loop of Replays
Is This a Windy City Conspiracy?
So, we've all been there, right? You're cozy on the couch, remote in hand, ready to dive into the gritty world of Chicago's finest (or at least, their TV counterparts). You tune in, heart full of anticipation for a fresh dose of drama, and BAM! It's a rerun. Again.
I mean, I get it. TV production is hard. There are writers' strikes, actor's strikes, and let's not forget that time a particularly stubborn pigeon decided to take up residence in the director's chair. But honestly, is it too much to ask for a little consistency? Or maybe a new show about the Chicago Department of Sanitation? I'd watch that.
The Eternal Question: Where's the Beef? (Or, New Episodes)
I'm starting to think there's a secret society of Chicago show producers who gather in a dimly lit room, cackling maniacally as they plot the next rerun schedule. I imagine it like a villain lair, but with less Bond-esque gadgets and more spreadsheets.
"Yes, my minions," a shadowy figure might say, "Let's air 'Chicago Fire' Season 3, Episode 12 again. People love that episode where Dawson almost gets eaten by a particularly angry raccoon."
So, What Gives?
Okay, let's be real. The strikes have definitely thrown a wrench into the TV schedule. But even before that, there seemed to be an inordinate amount of repeats. It's like the producers are playing a twisted game of "spot the difference" with us.
I'm starting to suspect that the characters on these shows are actually immortal. Like, maybe Dawson, Casey, and the gang are just living out their days in some alternate universe where time doesn't exist, and they're forced to relive the same day over and over again, Groundhog Day style.
How to Cope with Chicago Show Repeats
- How to find something else to watch: Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, and a million other streaming services exist for a reason.
- How to become a TV critic: Start a blog, a podcast, or a Twitter account and unleash your inner Simon Cowell on every rerun detail.
- How to embrace the monotony: Find comfort in the familiar. Maybe there's a reason we keep coming back to these shows.
- How to start a support group: You're not alone in this struggle. Find fellow Chicago show enthusiasts and commiserate together.
- How to write a strongly worded letter: Sometimes, the only way to get your point across is to put it in writing.
