Chicago Fire (season 4)

Chicago Fire (season 4)

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Country of origin United States
No. of episodes 23[1]
Release
Original network NBC
Original release October 13, 2015 (2015-10-13) – present (present)

The fourth season of Chicago Fire, an American drama television series with executive producer Dick Wolf, and producers Derek Haas, Michael Brandt, and Matt Olmstead, was ordered on February 5, 2015, by NBC,[2] and premiered on October 13, 2015.[3] The season will contain 23 episodes.[1]

Overview

The show follows the lives of the firefighters and paramedics working at the Chicago Fire Department at the firehouse of Engine 51, Truck 81, Squad 3, Ambulance 61 and Battalion 25.

Cast and characters

Main cast

Recurring

Crossover characters

Episodes
No.
overall 		 No. in
season 		 Title  Directed by  Written by  Original air date  Prod.
code 		 U.S. viewers
(millions) 
701"Let It Burn"Joe ChappelleAndrea Newman & Michael GilvaryOctober 13, 2015 (2015-10-13)4017.37[4]
In the Season 4 premiere, Casey is placed in a dangerous situation while working undercover to bring down a trafficking ring being run out of Nesbitt's club. The squad's high turnover rate results in an unwelcome surprise for Severide. In other events, Dawson recognizes that her life is about to change; a new candidate makes an unusual first impression; and residents band together to protest a drug den in their neighborhood.
712"A Taste of Panama City"Sanford BookstaverTiller RussellOctober 20, 2015 (2015-10-20)4027.64[5]
Following her pregnancy announcement, Dawson is forced behind a desk to investigate fires. Meanwhile, Severide struggles with his new role, and Casey continues his investigation into Nesbitt. Also, Molly's is threatened with closure following a noise complaint.
723"I Walk Away"Tom DiCilloSarah Kucserka & Veronica WestOctober 27, 2015 (2015-10-27)4037.80[6]
51 receives a call in the same troubled neighborhood of a man with a crushed foot which leads in to the wife of the victim giving Boden evidence of the previous incident that could clear Boden's name. Meanwhile, candidate Jimmy Borrelli's (guest star Steven R. McQueen) brother meddles in trying to get him moved into a different house. Dawson looks into an arson investigation that puts Boden in hot water. Also, Brett gets attached to a previous call. Dawson suddenly suffers from abdominal pain and collapses.
734"Your Day Is Coming"Reza TabriziJill WeinbergerNovember 3, 2015 (2015-11-03)4048.11[7]
Dawson is rushed into emergency surgery following her collapse, which results in her losing the baby leaving her and Matt devastated. In honor of Dawson, Severide and Boden seek to help close her arson case. Also, after Molly's receives a notice of closure following a code violation, Borrelli seeks the help from one of his construction friends to help get it back open.
745"Regarding This Wedding"Joe ChappelleMichael A. O'SheaNovember 10, 2015 (2015-11-10)4058.15[8]
51 receives a call to a fire at a house where a wedding was about to take place but the groom is rushed to the hospital trying to save his bride. Later, Dawson, Brett, and Chili have an idea to host their wedding at the firehouse, which Chief Boden at first doesn't agree with. Meanwhile, Dawson is cleared to be back to work as a firefighter, but Riddle tells her he doesn't want her to. Also, Boden's leadership is questioned by Riddle.
756"2112"Holly DaleIan McCullochNovember 17, 2015 (2015-11-17)4067.95[9]

Tensions only get worse between Patterson and Severide when Severide makes a call at a job without his consent causing Patterson to question Severide's being at 51. Meanwhile, Borelli and Chili take their romance to the next level, Cruz receives a visit from one of his brother Leon's old gang members. Also, Mouch receives tickets from one of the members of the rock band Rush and Boden and his wife Donna welcome a new neighbor who turns out to be overly friendly.

767"Sharp Elbows"Dan LernerTiller Russell & Liz Alper & Ally SeibertNovember 24, 2015 (2015-11-24)4077.34[10]
Boden could face criminal assault charges following an incident with his neighbor which leads to Voight helping out. Meanwhile, tensions continue with Captain Patterson which leads to Severide's father obtaining information that could bring Patterson down. Also, Chili and Borelli continue their romance, Otis asks out Brett to the Chicago Fire Department gala and Cruz helps out an old friend.
778"When Tortoises Fly"Haze BergeronMichael GilvaryDecember 1, 2015 (2015-12-01)4088.62[11]
Boden's situation goes from bad to worse after Donna confronts their neighbor and she is reported missing. Detective Wheeler later searches his home. A state attorney stops by 51 to see Boden about the Maddox case. This conversation puts Boden on to the possibility that Maddox is the one setting him up which is later confirmed when Boden confronts him. During a call, Hermann rescues a tortoise that he believed was a "robot". Mouch takes a liking to the animal which they find out belongs to a John Doe to whom Chili and Brett had been called. Another call has Truck and Squad dealing with a Peeping Tom trapped in the ventilation system at a local gym. He tries to escape from the roof, but is tackled by Severide. Chili is late to shift and given "strike one" by Boden. Jimmy later finds Chili's apartment in disarray and she appears to be intoxicated. When he asks her what is going on, she avoids the issue by seducing him. After shift at Molly's, the crew relax until Wheeler shows up and officially arrests Boden.
789"Short and Fat"Joe ChappelleMichael Brandt & Derek HaasDecember 8, 2015 (2015-12-08)4099.13[12]
Following Boden's arrest, Patterson is promoted to chief of Firehouse 51 much to everyone's dismay. Later on, Patterson sets new rules for the house that makes everyone uncomfortable, especially Chili and Borelli. Meanwhile, Severide continues to help strengthen Boden's case. Also, Dawson receives heat at a previous call when she had an outburst at a citizen and was recorded.
7910"The Beating Heart"Reza TabriziAndrea NewmanJanuary 5, 2016 (2016-01-05)4107.43[13]
Hermann is rushed to Chicago Med after being stabbed at Molly's. After losing a lot a blood, it is determined he needs emergency surgery. Feeling guilty about Hermann's present state, Cruz searches for Freddy to turn him in. Severide is reinstated as Lieutenant while Borelli grows more concerned about Chili's erratic behavior. Mouch considers finally proposing to Platt. This is part one of a three-part crossover with Chicago Med and Chicago P.D..
8011"The Path of Destruction"Drucilla CarlsonSarah Kucserka & Veronica WestJanuary 19, 2016 (2016-01-19)4118.16[14]
The city of Chicago prepare of a dangerous tornado. Meanwhile, Hermann returns to 51 after his health scare but his wife thinks it's to early for him to return. Chili's erratic continues with she calls out Borelli and almost killing a victim while at a call. Later on, the tornado hits a Chicago neighborhood but it is Hermann's neighborhood and grows concern for his families safety. Also, Dawson helps Otis on how to find a date.
8112"Not Everyone Makes It"Reza TabriziTiller RussellJanuary 26, 2016 (2016-01-26)4128.46[15]
Brett turns to Boden for Chili's erratic behavior which could cost her job. Meanwhile, Hermann testifies against Freddy about his near fatal stabbing. Also, Casey helps out at the homeless shelter following the tornado devastation. Severide helps out an agent with an homicide case.
8213"The Sky Is Falling"Joe ChappelleMichael Brandt & Michael A. O'SheaFebruary 2, 2016 (2016-02-02)4138.18[16]
Chili's erratic behavior reaches another level when she asks Chief Boden to transfer Brett to another to another house after Brett discovers that Chili's behavior affected her in another house. Meanwhile, Firehouse 51 prepares for a terrorist threat in Chicago. Elsewhere, Hermann signs Borelli up for a charity boxing match with the police and Casey investigates the missing money from the fundraiser that was supposed to help the citizens from the tornado.
8314"All Hard Parts"Sanford BookstaverJill WeinbergerFebruary 9, 2016 (2016-02-09)4148.13[17]
Severide confronts Chili about her erratic behavior and drinking problem which leads to Boden forcing her out of 51. Meanwhile, Borelli and Antonio battle it out in the boxing ring. Also, Casey considers running for alderman.
8415"Bad For the Soul"[18]Jann Turner[19]TBAFebruary 16, 2016 (2016-02-16)415TBA
8516"Two Ts"[20]TBATBAFebruary 23, 2016 (2016-02-23)416TBA

Ratings

Live + SD & DVR Ratings

No. in
series		 No. in
season		 Episode Air date Rating/share
(18–49)		 Viewers
(million)		 DVR Ratings DVR Viewers
70 1 "Let It Burn" October 13, 2015 1.8/6[4] 7.37[4] 2.9[21] 10.80[21]
71 2 "A Taste of Panama City" October 20, 2015 1.6/5[5] 7.64[5] 2.9[22] 11.44[22]
72 3 "I Walk Away" October 27, 2015 1.9/6[6] 7.80[6] 3.1[23] 11.71[23]
73 4 "Your Day Is Coming" November 3, 2015 1.8/6[7] 8.11[7] 2.9[24] 11.76[24]
74 5 "Regarding This Wedding" November 10, 2015 2.0/7[8] 8.15[8] 2.8[25] 11.73[25]
75 6 "2112" November 17, 2015 1.9/6[9] 7.95[9] 3.0[26] 11.44[26]
76 7 "Sharp Elbows" November 24, 2015 1.8/6[10] 7.34[10] 2.9[27] 11.05[27]
77 8 "When Tortoises Fly" December 1, 2015 1.9/6[11] 8.62[11] 2.9[28] 11.89[28]
78 9 "Short and Fat" December 8, 2015 2.0/7[12] 9.13[12] 3.1[29] 12.63[29]
79 10 "The Beating Heart" January 5, 2016 1.8/6[13] 7.43[13] 2.9[30] 11.22[30]
80 11 "The Path of Destruction" January 19, 2016 1.8/6[14] 8.16[14] 2.9[31] 11.91[31]
81 12 "Not Everyone Makes It" January 26, 2016 1.8/6[15] 8.46[15] TBA TBA
82 13 "The Sky Is Falling" February 2, 2016 1.8/6[16] 8.18[16] TBA TBA
83 14 "All Hard Parts" February 9, 2016 1.8/6[17] 8.13[17] TBA TBA
84 15 "Bad For the Soul" February 16, 2016 TBA TBA TBA TBA
85 16 "Two T's" February 23, 2016 TBA TBA TBA TBA

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