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The Best Episodes of Chicago Fire Season 11

Every episode of Chicago Fire Season 11 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Chicago Fire Season 11!

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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 Firehouse 51, no occupation is more stressful or dangerous, yet

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 22 - Red Waterfall
    8.3/10(395 votes)

    S11:E22

    Brett waits for life-changing news. Herrmann encounters a psychic with a grave warning on a call. Kidd finds a new lead on the Homeland Security case.

    Director:Reza Tabrizi
    Writers:Michael Gilvary, Andrea Newman

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  2. Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 3 - Completely Shattered
    8.2/10(453 votes)

    S11:E3

    Kidd recruits Carver, Capp and Tony to help prepare her new lieutenant's quarters. Severide and Det. Pryma pair up to work a police investigation. Firehouse 51 fights a movie theater fire.

    Director:Matt Earl Beesley
    Writer:Derek Haas

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  3. Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 9 - Nemesis
    8.0/10(359 votes)

    S11:E9

    Severide struggles with the cost of helping Det. Pryma with the Martucci case. Gallo campaigns for Herrmann to represent 51 at the National Firefighter’s Association’s Winter Conference. A familiar face makes a shocking return.

    Director:Reza Tabrizi
    Writer:Victor Teran

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  4. Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 11 - A Guy I Used to Know
    8.0/10(355 votes)

    S11:E11

    Firehouse 51 prepares for their semi-annual firehouse inspection. Brett fights to save her paramedicine program. Commander Martin Pearce asks Severide for a favor.

    Director:Oscar Rene Lozoya II
    Writer:Michael Gilvary

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  5. Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 15 - Damage Control
    8.0/10(354 votes)

    S11:E15

    Kidd, Seager and Carver investigate a fire at the city stables. Kylie clashes with some of the firefighters over changes due to budget cuts. Herrmann struggles to keep it together as Cindy's condition worsens.

    Director:Lisa Demaine
    Writer:Victor Teran

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  6. Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 16 - Acting Up
    8.0/10(350 votes)

    S11:E16

    Cruz feels the burden of his increased responsibilities. Kidd, Gallo and Carver get caught in the middle of a gang war on a call. Herrmann wrangles Trudy for help lifting Cindy's mood.

    Director:Reza Tabrizi
    Writers:Michael Gilvary, Andrea Newman

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  7. Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 17 - The First Symptom
    8.0/10(329 votes)

    S11:E17

    Mouch builds a classic firetruck model for the Deputy District Chief but needs some assistance from Gallo and Ritter. Brett and Violet encounter multiple victims with a strange set of symptoms. Cindy's chemotherapy results loom over the Herrmann family.

    Director:Paul McCrane
    Writer:Matt Whitney

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  8. Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 8 - A Beautiful Life
    7.9/10(358 votes)

    S11:E8

    Det. Pryma asks for Severide's help on a case involving explosives. Gallo and Carver clash after Gallo improvises on a call. Violet encourages Brett to start dating again.

    Director:Lisa Robinson
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 18 - Danger Is All Around
    7.9/10(339 votes)

    S11:E18

    A familiar face returns to Firehouse 51 to serve with Kidd on a special task force. Mouch and Capp work to keep Tony safe, as he's days away from breaking the CFD's perfect attendance record. Old grudges resurface when Gallo reunites with a family member.

    Director:Tayo Amos
    Writer:Elizabeth Sherman

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  10. Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 2 - Every Scar Tells a Story
    7.8/10(380 votes)

    S11:E2

    Javi spends a couple of shifts at Firehouse 51. Kidd and Carver work together to help Carver's former boss. As Hawkins and Violet's relationship blossoms, Gallo turns his attention elsewhere.

    Director:Brenna Malloy
    Writer:Matt Whitney

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  11. Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 4 - The Center of the Universe
    7.8/10(371 votes)

    S11:E4

    Kidd gets a glimpse into Carver's chaotic personal life. Mouch and Herrmann receive an unexpected gift.

    Director:Stephen Cragg
    Writers:Michael Gilvary, Andrea Newman

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  12. Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 7 - Angry Is Easier
    7.8/10(359 votes)

    S11:E7

    Herrmann is tasked with fulfilling a man's dying wish. Kidd reflects on her Girls on Fire program after one of her students graduates from the Fire Academy. A heckler harasses Firehouse 51.

    Director:Kantu Lentz
    Writer:Elizabeth Sherman

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  13. Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 10 - Something for the Pain
    7.8/10(355 votes)

    S11:E10

    Det. Pryma's case comes to an explosive end with Kidd and Carver's lives in danger. Brett installs an infant safe surrender box at 51. Violet is determined to take Emma down.

    Director:Matt Earl Beesley
    Writer:Matt Whitney

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  14. Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 13 - The Man of the Moment
    7.8/10(342 votes)

    S11:E13

    Firehouse 51 helps Herrmann put on a school fundraiser. Carver's troubled brother comes to town. A grateful citizen is determined to thank Brett and Severide for saving his life.

    Director:Matt Earl Beesley
    Writer:Andrea Newman

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  15. Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 14 - Run Like Hell
    7.8/10(330 votes)

    S11:E14

    An annoying floater takes a romantic interest in Violet. Ritter catches a local politician in a compromising position. Mouch and Severide help Trudy with an arson investigation.

    Director:William Eichler
    Writer:Elizabeth Sherman

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  16. Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 20 - Never, Ever Make a Mistake
    7.8/10(327 votes)

    S11:E20

    Herrmann works on becoming a better man after Cindy's cancer journey. Kidd bonds with a homeless victim on a call. Kylie takes her firefighter exams. A harrowing call takes a toll on Brett.

    Director:Lisa Demaine
    Writer:Andrea Newman

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  17. Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 12 - How Does It End?
    7.7/10(343 votes)

    S11:E12

    Truck and Squad clash after a tense call rescuing a doomsday prepper. Herrmann struggles with Cindy's diagnosis. Violet gives Brett and Gallo dating advice.

    Director:Heather Cappiello
    Writer:Matt Demblowski

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  18. Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 19 - Take a Shot at the King
    7.7/10(316 votes)

    S11:E19

    Boden, Ritter, Herrmann and Kidd work together to take down a local politician responsible for a chemical fire. After his aunt's accident, Gallo worries about their future.

    Director:Stephen Cragg
    Writer:Ashley J. Cooper

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  19. Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 21 - Change of Plans
    7.7/10(324 votes)

    S11:E21

    Carver deals with the fallout of his arrest. Brett searches for closure with the baby she rescued. Capp weasels his way into the Firehouse 51 group chat.

    Director:Lisa Robinson
    Writer:Victor Teran

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  20. Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 6 - All-Out Mystery
    7.6/10(351 votes)

    S11:E6

    Severide and Kidd investigate an explosion at a jewelry store. Cruz and Chloe take steps to make Javi a permanent part of their family. Gallo, Ritter and Mouch try to bond with Carver.

    Director:Brenna Malloy
    Writers:Michael Gilvary, Andrea Newman

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  21. Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 1 - Hold on Tight
    7.5/10(440 votes)

    S11:E1

    Kidd and Severide's honeymoon is interrupted by a dangerous person from their past. Kidd's former academy classmate joins Firehouse 51. Brett and Violet reflect on their relationships.

    Director:Reza Tabrizi
    Writers:Michael Gilvary, Andrea Newman

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  22. Chicago Fire Season 11 Episode 5 - Haunted House
    7.4/10(365 votes)

    S11:E5

    Firehouse 51 hosts a Halloween open house. Kidd and Severide help a young girl after she gets kicked out of her home.

    Director:Reza Tabrizi
    Writer:Victor Teran

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Season 11 Ratings Summary

"Red Waterfall" is the best rated episode of "Chicago Fire" season 11. It scored 8.3/10 based on 395 votes. Directed by Reza Tabrizi and written by Michael Gilvary, Andrea Newman, it aired on 5/24/2023. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Completely Shattered".