The doors of Firehouse 51 never stop revolving, and Season 13 of Chicago Fire proved it once more. Dom Pascal (Dermot Mulroney) arrived as the new captain. Carver (Jake Lockett) and Jack Damon (Michael Bradway) drifted in and out with personal challenges. Mouch (Christian Stolte) and Herrmann (David Eigenberg) debated leadership roles. And, of course, Stellaride faced their biggest twist yet: Stella Kidd (Miranda Rae Mayo) and Kelly Severide (Taylor Kinney) preparing for a baby.

With so many moving pieces, the finale left fans with more questions than answers. Thankfully, Chicago Fire Season 14 is just around the corner, and it promises to settle some of those cliffhangers.

When Does Chicago Fire Season 14 Premiere?

Mark your calendars. Chicago Fire Season 14 premieres Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at 9 p.m. ET/PT on NBC. It returns as part of the full One Chicago lineup:

• Chicago Med Season 11 at 8 p.m.

• Chicago Fire Season 14 at 9 p.m.

• Chicago P.D. Season 13 at 10 p.m.

Episodes will stream live on Peacock in most regions and drop the next day for on-demand viewing.

Who’s Leaving and Who’s Staying?

Change is inevitable at 51. Daniel Kyri (Darren Ritter) and Jake Lockett (Sam Carver) were both confirmed to exit earlier this year. Kyri has already shared heartfelt goodbyes on social media after filming his final scenes. Lockett’s departure is expected early in Season 14, despite Carver’s finale cliffhanger with Violet.

Michael Bradway, who plays Jack Damon, is also leaving, partly due to being cast in a Prime Video project.

For now, here’s who’s confirmed to return:

• Taylor Kinney as Kelly Severide

• Miranda Rae Mayo as Stella Kidd

• David Eigenberg as Christopher Herrmann

• Christian Stolte as Randall “Mouch” McHolland

• Joe Minoso as Joe Cruz

• Hanako Greensmith as Violet Mikami

• Jocelyn Hudon as Lizzie Novak

• Dermot Mulroney as Dom Pascal

Recurring favorites like Capp, Tony, and Kylie are also expected back.

What to Expect in Season 14

Ritter’s Goodbye

Kyri has already confirmed that Ritter’s exit will happen early in the season. Expect an emotional farewell within the first couple of episodes.

Violet Moves On

Violet and Carver ended Season 13 with a kiss, but Carver’s move to Denver makes their future uncertain. Violet will likely face heartbreak yet again.

Mouch Takes the Lead

After years of being the steady, reliable firefighter, Mouch is stepping into leadership. With Herrmann stepping back, Season 14 will explore how Mouch handles being Lieutenant of Engine 51.

Pascal Proves Himself

Pascal spent most of Season 13 at arm’s length from the team. After Severide helped clear his name, Season 14 may finally see him embrace the Firehouse 51 family.

Stellaride’s Baby Story

The finale revealed Stella’s pregnancy—a twist both exciting and risky. One Chicago has a rocky history with pregnancy plots, so fans are holding their breath. Will the show lean into the challenges or give Stellaride a rare happy chapter?

Where to Watch

All 13 seasons of Chicago Fire are streaming now on Peacock. Episodes are also available for purchase on Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV.

Final Thoughts

Season 14 is shaping up to be one of the most emotional yet. Ritter’s farewell, Carver’s exit, Mouch’s leadership, Pascal’s redemption, and Stellaride’s new family chapter will keep fans glued to their screens. Firehouse 51 has weathered countless storms, but this time, the changes might feel bigger than ever.