NBC’s hit police drama Chicago P.D. returns for its landmark 14th season on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 10 p.m. Eastern Time. Following an explosive Season 13 finale that left multiple characters facing profound personal transformations, the upcoming season promises significant operational and structural adjustments for Sergeant Hank Voight and the Intelligence Unit.
- Major Cast Departures and New Additions in Season 14
- Resolving the Season 13 Cliffhanger
- Personal Transitions for the Intelligence Unit
- Production and Where to Watch
- Frequently Asked Questions About Chicago P.D. Season 14
- When does Chicago P.D. Season 14 premiere?
- Where can I stream new episodes of Chicago P.D.?
- Who is leaving Chicago P.D. in Season 14?
- Who are the main cast members returning for Season 14?
- What will Season 14 be about?
Viewers can watch new episodes live on NBC or stream them the next day on Peacock. The return of Chicago P.D. also marks the continuation of NBC’s popular “One Chicago” Wednesday lineup, with Chicago Med Season 12 premiering at 8 p.m. ET and Chicago Fire Season 15 airing at 9 p.m. ET.
Major Cast Departures and New Additions in Season 14
Season 14 brings notable changes to the 21st District. Most prominently, LaRoyce Hawkins, who has portrayed Officer Kevin Atwater since the show’s 2014 series premiere, is exiting the drama. Hawkins returns for the first two to three episodes of the new season to properly wrap up Atwater’s storyline.
Atwater’s departure opens a vacancy within the elite Intelligence Unit. While producers have not yet named a full-time replacement, recent casting notices indicate the series is looking to add a new series regular described as a Black cop and an agent of chaos-a stark contrast to Atwater’s reliable and steady demeanor.
The core returning cast features Jason Beghe as Sgt. Hank Voight, Patrick John Flueger as Detective Adam Ruzek, Marina Squerciati as Detective Kim Burgess, Benjamin Levy Aguilar as Dante Torres, Arienne Mandi as Officer Eva Imani, and Amy Morton as Desk Sgt. Trudy Platt.
Resolving the Season 13 Cliffhanger
When Season 13 concluded in May 2026, fans were left reeling from a dark finale centered on Eva Imani and her missing sister, Shari. After tracing a murdered worker to Shari, Imani discovered her sister was suffering severe psychological trauma and loyalty to her trafficker, Russ Kirby. Following Kirby’s death at the hands of Voight, Shari attempted suicide but survived.
In a final twist, DNA evidence revealed that Shari-not Kirby-was responsible for the murdered worker’s death. The season closed on a tense conversation between Voight and Imani, setting up high-stakes moral dilemmas for the start of Season 14. Showrunner Gwen Sigan noted that the writers will immediately address whether Voight and Imani decide to bury the truth or face the legal and personal consequences.
Personal Transitions for the Intelligence Unit
Beyond ongoing criminal investigations, Season 14 explores domestic and emotional shifts for several favorite characters:
- Kim Burgess and Adam Ruzek: After deciding to move away from Canaryville toward the suburbs to give their daughter Makayla a fresh start, the couple navigates new domestic dynamics and the challenges of balancing parenthood with high-stress police work.
- Dante Torres: Following a grueling battle with depression throughout the previous season, Torres steps into Season 14 with a clean slate for personal growth.
- Hank Voight: With his protective bond deepening alongside Eva Imani, Voight continues to anchor the series as the gritty moral compass of the Intelligence Unit.
Production and Where to Watch
Filming for Chicago P.D. takes place primarily at Cinespace Studios in Chicago, with exterior precinct shots captured at the University of Illinois Chicago Police Station on Maxwell Street. Fans looking to catch up on previous storylines can stream all 13 prior seasons on Peacock ahead of the October 7 premiere.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chicago P.D. Season 14
When does Chicago P.D. Season 14 premiere?
Chicago P.D. Season 14 premieres on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 10 p.m. ET on NBC.
Where can I stream new episodes of Chicago P.D.?
New episodes are available to stream the next day on Peacock. All 13 previous seasons are also currently available on the platform.
Who is leaving Chicago P.D. in Season 14?
LaRoyce Hawkins, who plays Officer Kevin Atwater, exits the series after wrapping up his character’s storyline in the first two to three episodes of the season.
Who are the main cast members returning for Season 14?
The returning core cast includes Jason Beghe (Hank Voight), Patrick John Flueger (Adam Ruzek), Marina Squerciati (Kim Burgess), Benjamin Levy Aguilar (Dante Torres), Arienne Mandi (Eva Imani), and Amy Morton (Trudy Platt).
What will Season 14 be about?
Season 14 deals with the immediate aftermath of the Season 13 finale cliffhanger regarding Eva Imani’s sister Shari, cast transitions including Atwater’s exit, and personal life changes for characters like Burgess and Ruzek.
