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The Best Episodes of Chicago Fire

Every episode of Chicago Fire ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Chicago Fire!

The Best Episodes of Chicago Fire

An edge-of-your-seat view into the lives of everyday heroes committed to one of America's noblest professions. For the firefighters, rescue squad and paramedics of Chicago...
  1. Background image for My Miracle
    9.0/10(744 votes)

    #1 - My Miracle

    S5:E22

    A dangerous warehouse fire puts truck and squad at risk. Tensions are high for Dawson and Casey when Dawson's father overstays his welcome at their home. Meanwhile, Casey continues to fight for his first responders bill, Mouch makes a serious decision regarding his future and Herrmann goes to tremendous lengths to make a young boy smile.

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  2. Background image for Sacred Ground
    9.0/10(7 votes)

    #2 - Sacred Ground

    S8:E1

    The mattress factory fire spirals out of control. Truck and squad lay it on the line in hopes of getting the trapped victims out alive.

    Director:Reza Tabrizi
    Writer:Derek Haas
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  3. Background image for Infection (I)
    9.0/10(6 votes)

    #3 - Infection (I)

    S8:E4

    A rare but deadly bacteria takes its toll on numerous victims around the city, leaving Chicago’s finest first responders to work together alongside the CDC to resolve the dangerous situation. Following a fire at a local university that ties into the outbreak, Severide has suspicions that something bigger is happening. The crossover continues on Chicago Med S05E04 Infection, Part II (II) and Chicago P.D. S07S04 Infection, Part III (III).

    Director:Reza Tabrizi
    Writer:Derek Haas
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  4. Background image for A Dark Day (I)
    8.9/10(877 votes)

    #4 - A Dark Day (I)

    S2:E20

    Lt. Casey and Dawson volunteer to help at a charity run at Chicago Medical when a massive explosion sends Chicago into chaos. With one of their own missing in the blast, the firehouse is tested like never before. The crossover continues on Chicago P.D. S01E12 8:30 PM (II)

    Director:Joe Chappelle
    Writer:Unknown
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  5. Background image for Real Never Waits
    8.9/10(766 votes)

    #5 - Real Never Waits

    S2:E22

    A fire at a boarding school leaves Lt. Severide shaken and wondering if he could have done more. Meanwhile, with the firehouse in full support of Dawson as she retakes the fireman’s exam, Lt. Casey attempts some political maneuverings on her behalf. Elsewhere, Mills looks for answers about his father’s mysterious past and Chief Boden’s grand plans take a detour.

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  6. Background image for Deathtrap (I)
    8.9/10(645 votes)

    #6 - Deathtrap (I)

    S5:E15

    Truck and squad are called to aid in a massive all-city response when an old, ill-equipped factory-turned live/work space quickly turns into a firestorm, trapping countless unsuspecting victims. The dire situation quickly turns personal when it is discovered that one of Chicago PD's own has a family member at the scene. The crossover continues on Chicago P.D. S04E016 Emotional Proximity (II) and Chicago Justice S01E01 Fake (III).

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  8. Background image for Carry Me
    8.9/10(595 votes)

    #7 - Carry Me

    S5:E20

    Casey goes to drastic measures to help his friend Kannell. Lt. Severide helps an old widow come to terms with letting go, but realizes he may be the one needing help. Otis and Cruz deal with surprises when they find a new roommate to move in. Dawson and Brett get crafty to save a young girl.

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  9. Background image for In the Trenches (I)
    8.9/10(369 votes)

    #8 - In the Trenches (I)

    S13:E11

    Chicago's first responders unite in the wake of a catastrophic gas explosion and fire that threaten a city government building. Herrmann reluctantly shadows Pascal while Violet, Novak and Dr. Frost take charge of triage efforts on site. The crossover continues on Chicago Med S10E11 In the Trenches (II) and Chicago P.D. S12E11 In the Trenches (III).

    Director:Reza Tabrizi
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  10. Background image for No Regrets
    8.8/10(761 votes)

    #9 - No Regrets

    S2:E7

    When a tanker collides into a commuter train that subsequently crashes into a warehouse, the firehouse is called to the horrific scene that tests everyone to the limits as life and death hangs in the balance. With the ultimatum in place for him or the firehouse, Boden is tasked with making life-changing decisions regarding his future. Severide learns more about Katie, the young woman he saw with his father. Meanwhile, Shay and Dawson are still at odds and Casey’s responsibility of being a surrogate father takes a sharp turn.

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  11. Background image for I Am the Apocalypse
    8.8/10(773 votes)

    #10 - I Am the Apocalypse

    S3:E19

    The Chicago fire team works seamlessly with Chicago Med personnel to help aid victims of a deadly gas leak, but things quickly take a turn for the worse when the hospital is suddenly forced into quarantine.

    Director:Joe Chappelle
    Writer:Unknown
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  12. Background image for The Sky Is Falling
    8.8/10(632 votes)

    #11 - The Sky Is Falling

    S4:E13

    The team responds to a mass shooting; Casey investigates the missing money from the fund-raiser. Jimmy agrees to represent the firehouse in a boxing match against the Chicago PD's 21st District. Chili's behavior continues to be an issue for Brett.

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  13. Background image for The Last One for Mom
    8.8/10(629 votes)

    #12 - The Last One for Mom

    S4:E20

    Firehouse 51 unites to help a young boy in tragic circumstances. A high-powered political consultant helps Casey navigate a potential scandal. Cruz makes a mistake that nearly costs him his life.

    Director:Fred Berner
    Writer:Unknown
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  14. Background image for Telling Her Goodbye
    8.8/10(594 votes)

    #13 - Telling Her Goodbye

    S5:E16

    When a turf war escalates, members of truck and squad find themselves caught in the middle as unsuspecting hostages when a group of armed gang members take cover and assume control over Firehouse 51.

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  15. Background image for The Chance to Forgive
    8.8/10(504 votes)

    #14 - The Chance to Forgive

    S6:E15

    In response to a call involving a residential fire, Otis and Kidd's lives are suddenly put in jeopardy when gunfire goes off inside the house. Dawson comforts Brett during an especially trying time. Meanwhile, Casey begins to notice that romance might be going on within the firehouse.

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  16. Background image for A Coffin That Small
    8.7/10(823 votes)

    #15 - A Coffin That Small

    S1:E19

    Tragedy strikes when a rescue attempt at a tenement building proves unsuccessful, leaving the men and women of firehouse 51 affected by the loss of the victim. Severide's decision to put Mills on the fast track to move from Truck to Squad doesn't sit well with some of the others and tension mounts between Severide and Casey over Heather Darden. Shay and Dawson are forced to deal with a junkie's crazy behavior while on a call and Shay considers a different way to have a family. Meanwhile, the team draws the ire of local drug dealers who threaten the peace and safety of the neighborhood and firehouse.

    Writer:Unknown
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  17. Background image for Not Like This
    8.7/10(716 votes)

    #16 - Not Like This

    S2:E10

    All seems lost with firehouse 51 on the verge of closing its’ doors, thanks in no small part to Gail McLeod, but Chief Boden and the rest of the house refuse to allow themselves to sit by and let it happen. An emergency call to an apartment structure fire tests everyone’s limits and puts the squad in harm’s way. Meanwhile, Dawson receives some life-changing news and union president Greg Sullivan makes headlines, which has an immediate impact on Mouch.

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  18. Background image for Just Drive the Truck
    8.7/10(650 votes)

    #17 - Just Drive the Truck

    S3:E3

    Tensions run high when trucks from two firehouses collide and fingers are pointed towards Cruz for his driving.

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  19. Background image for Chopper
    8.7/10(633 votes)

    #18 - Chopper

    S3:E8

    The members of the firehouse spring into action when a helicopter explodes over a populated area.

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  20. Background image for Spartacus
    8.7/10(600 votes)

    #19 - Spartacus

    S3:E23

    Lt. Casey puts his life on the line and digs deeper into the shady dealings of Jack Nesbitt. Chief Boden must figure out how to create unity in a divided house, while Severide comes to question his own judgment. A dangerous warehouse blaze quickly gets out of control and threatens members of firehouse 51.

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  21. Background image for Nobody Else Is Dying Today
    8.7/10(589 votes)

    #20 - Nobody Else Is Dying Today

    S5:E4

    Lt. Casey finds himself in a bad spot when a forklift accidentally pierces a tank storing acid. Casey is forced to use extreme measures to help a father and daughter in peril. Dawson and Brett respond to an elderly woman who has a difficult senior advocate. Mouch and Brett continue with their secret project. Otis shares some exciting news as he prepares himself for an unusual expedition.

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  22. Background image for Purgatory
    8.7/10(533 votes)

    #21 - Purgatory

    S5:E14

    After exercising his disdain and authority over Chief Boden, Chief Anderson reassigns members of 51 to various houses around town, citing the need for improvement. The ramifications are felt by the crew, who are left to make the best of their respective situations in their new surroundings.

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  23. Background image for Leaders Lead
    8.6/10(745 votes)

    #22 - Leaders Lead

    S1:E22

    A frustrated Severide, turns to an unlikely ally to resolve his current dilemma. Casey begins to find satisfaction in his personal life, while Mills and Dawson face personal challenges. Meanwhile, the squad is called to the scene of a harrowing apartment building collapse.

    Writer:Unknown
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  24. Background image for Tonight's the Night
    8.6/10(661 votes)

    #23 - Tonight's the Night

    S2:E13

    When a drunk driver knocks down a transformer, the entire neighborhood is left without power on a frigid Chicago night and members of Firehouse 51 step up to lend their much needed help. While many from the community ride out the night at the station, in the midst of such close quarters, romances speed up and tempers flare. Meanwhile, Casey continues to lie to both himself and Dawson about his condition and the stakeholders in Molly's bicker about the bar's direction.

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  25. Background image for Your Day Is Coming
    8.6/10(594 votes)

    #24 - Your Day Is Coming

    S4:E4

    The squad members come together to support one of their own. Herrmann tries to figure out how to reopen Molly's after it gets shut down. Severide digs deep into the arson investigation.

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  26. Background image for Short and Fat
    8.6/10(567 votes)

    #25 - Short and Fat

    S4:E9

    Patterson fills in for Boden, who's trying to clear his name. Severide learns where Serena may be hiding. Herrmann and Otis give Freddie a job that keeps him close by. Jimmy and Chili draw more attention then either bargained for.

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Best Episodes Summary

"My Miracle" is the best rated episode of "Chicago Fire". It scored 9/10 based on 744 votes. Directed by Michael Brandt and written by Michael Brandt, Derek Haas, it aired on 5/16/2017. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Sacred Ground".