watch chicago fire: Chicago Fire Season 13: When will new episode release? See Episode 21 air date, time across regions, plot, upcoming episode schedule and where to watch

Chicago Fire continues its thirteenth season with Episode 21, titled The Bad Guy. The episode will premiere on May 14, 2025, on NBC at 9 pm ET. The show maintains its regular schedule and can also be streamed on Peacock.

Air Time Across Regions and Where to Watch

The new episode will air at 8 pm CT in the US and 10 pm in Brazil. It will be available on May 15 at 2 am in the UK and 3 am in Central Europe. In India, it will stream at 6:30 am, while viewers in Australia can watch it at 11 pm. New Zealand fans will get it at 12 pm.

Chicago Fire airs weekly on NBC. Viewers can watch it live on the NBC channel, NBC.com, or via the NBC app using their cable credentials. The episode will also be available on Peacock the next day. Previous seasons are currently streaming on the platform.

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Expected Runtime of Episode

The official runtime for Episode 21 has not been confirmed. Based on previous episodes, it is expected to be around 45 minutes. Past episodes of this season have ranged from 40 to 45 minutes. A longer runtime may be reserved for the finale, Episode 22.

Plot

The story follows the aftermath of a deadly car crash. The person responsible for the death of Chief Dom Pascal’s wife is rescued from a separate accident. Evidence suggests that a piece of firehouse equipment may be involved, raising suspicions about someone within the team.Kidd and Natalie share time together on a road trip, building their connection. Meanwhile, Violet receives recognition in a local paper and a career opportunity arises. The team also faces the threat of layoffs. Ambrose, the efficiency expert, continues to assess the team. He questions Herrmann’s decisions and points out possible redundancies.Veterans like Herrmann and Mouch are at risk. Mouch pushes back, stating they are not going anywhere. The impact of Ambrose’s decisions remains unknown.

Upcoming Episode Schedule

Episode 21: The Bad Guy – May 14, 2025
Episode 22: It Had to End This Way – May 21, 2025

FAQs

When can I watch Episode 21 of Chicago Fire Season 13?
You can watch it on May 14, 2025, at 9pm ET on NBC or stream it on Peacock the next day.

Will there be more episodes after Episode 21?
Yes, the season finale, Episode 22, will air on May 21, 2025, and continues key storylines from Episode 21.