The Best Episodes of Chicago Fire Season 6
Every episode of Chicago Fire Season 6 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Chicago Fire Season 6!
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 so rewarding and exhilarating. These courageous men and women are among the elite who forge headfirst into danger when everyone else is running the other way and whose actions make the difference between life and death.
Season 6 Ratings Summary
The best episode of "Chicago Fire" season 6 is "It Wasn't Enough", rated 8.2/10 from 512 user votes. It was directed by Reza Tabrizi and written by Derek Haas. "It Wasn't Enough" aired on 9/28/2017 and is rated 0.0 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Ignite on Contact".
8.2/10 512 votes#1 - It Wasn't Enough
Season 6 Episode 1 - Aired 9/28/2017
With most of the squad still trapped inside the burning warehouse fire, Chief Boden makes a risky last-minute decision in an effort to save his men. Dawson continues to deal with her father, who has new plans for himself. Brett's childhood friend Hope visits the Windy City and strikes the attention of someone within the firehouse, while Kidd goes head-to-head with her landlord. Meanwhile, a fire at a high school hits close to home for Boden.
Director: Reza Tabrizi
Writer: Derek Haas
8.2/10 428 votes#2 - Ignite on Contact
Season 6 Episode 2 - Aired 10/5/2017
After learning the school fire wasn't an accident, Chief Boden turns up the pressure on Severide and Casey to investigate the cause of the fire that trapped his wife. Fueled by a competitive bet against Firehouse 87, Mouch pushes all of the wrong buttons in his need to win the competitive challenge known as the firefighter muster. Meanwhile, as Kidd settles into her new living arrangement, her unresolved feelings prompt her to question the intentions of newcomer Hope.
Director: John Hyams
Writer: Andrea Newman
8.4/10 437 votes#3 - An Even Bigger Surprise
Season 6 Episode 3 - Aired 10/12/2017
Lt. Casey gets off on the wrong foot with Sam Mullins, a temporary Chief who is filling in for Boden at House 51 for the morning. When Casey later makes a risky move in an attempt to save a distraught man from jumping off a building, Mullins has a surprise that Casey does not expect. Mouch flies in Cruz's brother Leon as a birthday surprise, but the rest of the squad struggles to keep it a secret. Meanwhile, Brett is caught off guard when she learns new information about her hometown friend Hope.
Director: Sanford Bookstaver
Writer: Jill Weinberger
8.5/10 462 votes#4 - A Breaking Point
Season 6 Episode 4 - Aired 10/19/2017
While running a secret errand, Dawson finds herself trapped in a collapsed parking structure. With all paths of exit blocked, she is forced to improvise and works double-duty to keep a number of injured individuals alive while trying to maintain peace among those trapped. Meanwhile, pressure is mounting on Casey as he begins to take on additional duties, Kidd grows increasingly skeptical of Hope after learning about rumors circulating and the firehouse receives a surprise visitor.
Director: Matt Earl Beesley
Writer: Michael A. O'Shea
8.0/10 422 votes#5 - Devil's Bargain
Season 6 Episode 5 - Aired 10/26/2017
Casey and Severide find themselves at odds after Casey argues with him over the best way to save a teenager entangled in barbed wire. When Casey looks to Boden for help smoothing out the situation, he comes to the realization that he will have to fix it himself. Elsewhere, Otis tries to convince Casey to participate in the beta test for an expensive piece of new firefighting equipment imported from Japan. Meanwhile, Kidd and Hope come to blows over a payroll issue and Brett goes on a date with a doctor she meets during an ambo call.
Director: Jono Oliver
Writer: Michael Gilvary
8.5/10 443 votes#6 - Down Is Better
Season 6 Episode 6 - Aired 11/2/2017
After heroically saving a mother and newborn baby from a rooftop fire, Kidd receives surprising news when she discovers she is being transferred out of the firehouse. Severide and Casey believe something is off about the turn of events, prompting them to investigate the situation. Otis and Herrmann discuss the possibilities of taking over a rundown bar and Dawson's frustration with her father, Ramon, reaches a boiling point.
Director: Reza Tabrizi
Writer: Derek Haas
8.0/10 412 votes#7 - A Man's Legacy
Season 6 Episode 7 - Aired 1/4/2018
Brett attempts to make a lifesaving decision in the field to someone near and dear to the firehouse family. In an effort to impress Lily, Otis scrambles to get everything together for the grand opening of Molly's North. Meanwhile, Boden becomes emotional following the rescue of a famous blues player from a burning apartment building and Dawson struggles to come to terms with how she has been dealing with her father.
Director: Joe Chappelle
Writer: Álvaro Rodríguez
7.8/10 414 votes#8 - The Whole Point of Being Roommates
Season 6 Episode 8 - Aired 1/11/2018
After saving a young girl, Dawson is forced to make a tough decision when she finds out the girl's father is addicted to painkillers. Herrmann loses his cool and gets into an altercation with a police officer after responding to a call. Otis and Cruz are on a mission to find out who Brett is dating. Meanwhile, Boden is skeptical when Donna's brother Julian unexpectedly comes to town.
Director: Stephen Cragg
Writer: Jamila Daniel
7.8/10 416 votes#9 - Foul Is Fair
Season 6 Episode 9 - Aired 1/18/2018
After learning unsettling news, Dawson enlists Severide to help her out. Elsewhere, Casey and Dawson struggle with communication issues while Brett and Kidd compete to win the heart of Zach, a Hazmat officer. Meanwhile, Otis, Herrmann and Mouch are on a mission to locate the source of a horrible stench that is making life unpleasant at Firehouse 51.
Director: Sanford Bookstaver
Writer: Derek Haas
8.2/10 407 votes#10 - Slamigan
Season 6 Episode 10 - Aired 1/25/2018
Dawson and Casey do everything they can to locate Bria's whereabouts after discovering important new information. Lt. Severide reunites with Chief Grissom, and old family friend. Meanwhile, Cruz enlists the help of Brett and Mouch to create a new tool and Kidd and Zach go on a date.
Director: Bill Johnson
Writer: Andrea Newman
8.5/10 434 votes#11 - Law of the Jungle
Season 6 Episode 11 - Aired 2/1/2018
After responding to a time-sensitive rescue, Casey and Severide don't see eye to eye on the best course of action. Herrmann struggles to entertain his daughter on "bring your child to work day." Brett is joined by a surprise guest during a spa getaway, courtesy of Dawson, while Kidd's social life gets a boost.
Director: Reza Tabrizi
Writer: Michael A. O'Shea
8.0/10 399 votes#12 - The F Is For
Season 6 Episode 12 - Aired 3/1/2018
After photos of Casey and Severide jumping off the roof during a heroic rescue make the front page of the newspaper, Boden unwillingly agrees for the photographer to chronicle a day-in-the-life story at the Firehouse. Dawson and Brett are on a mission to find out what keeps happening to Gerald, a frequent flier they know who lives on the streets. Meanwhile, Herrmann decides to take up life-coaching as a side job and Kidd makes a decision regarding her living arrangement with Severide.
Director: James Hanlon
Writer: Jill Weinberger
8.4/10 440 votes#13 - Hiding Not Seeking (II)
Season 6 Episode 13 - Aired 3/8/2018
While working to track down a bombing suspect, Voight and Antonio meet with Chief Boden, who unwillingly agrees to let Dawson and Brett go undercover. As the investigation continues, Boden, Casey and Severide lend their skilled expertise in the investigation. Elsewhere, Kidd and Zach's relationship hits a bump and Cruz has a hard time expressing his true feelings for Brett. Meanwhile, Herrmann and Connie are forced to come up with an alternative solution when two birthday parties are booked on the same day at the firehouse. The crossover starts on Chicago Fire S05E016 Profiles (I).
Director: Leslie Libman
Writer: Michael Gilvary, Derek Haas, Andrea Newman
8.5/10 416 votes#14 - Looking for a Lifeline
Season 6 Episode 14 - Aired 3/22/2018
After responding to a car accident, Casey and Dawson become skeptical when a domineering husband continues to answer for his injured wife. Cruz becomes frustrated with Herrmann and Mouch when he discovers they have contacted people regarding his "Slamigan" invention without his knowledge. Kidd uncovers something meaningful and important to Severide while Brett discovers some potentially unsettling news.
Director: Joe Chappelle
Writer: Derek Haas
8.8/10 458 votes#15 - The Chance to Forgive
Season 6 Episode 15 - Aired 3/22/2018
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.
Director: Reza Tabrizi
Writer: Michael A. O'Shea, Jamila Daniel
8.1/10 401 votes#16 - The One That Matters Most
Season 6 Episode 16 - Aired 3/29/2018
The crew struggles to come to terms with an injury to one of their own; a temporary replacement must be dealt with; Boden ponders some interesting news; Kidd has a hard time keeping a secret.
Director: Bill Johnson
Writer: Michael Gilvary
8.1/10 392 votes#17 - Put White On Me
Season 6 Episode 17 - Aired 4/5/2018
Boden has a lapse in judgment in the aftermath of rescuing a young boy. Kidd struggles to win the approval of Severide's mom after a surprise visit and Otis takes on new responsibilities at the firehouse.
Director: Matt Earl Beesley
Writer: N/A
8.1/10 412 votes#18 - When They See Us Coming
Season 6 Episode 18 - Aired 4/12/2018
When the FBI takes over Firehouse 51 for an undercover mission, Casey and Severide volunteer to assist with the investigation. Kidd attempts to help Severide come to terms with recent developments he's been managing.
Director: Lin Oeding
Writer: Michael Gilvary, Andrea Newman
8.1/10 381 votes#19 - Where I Want to Be
Season 6 Episode 19 - Aired 4/19/2018
After responding to a residential fire at a property belonging to a Mexican drug cartel, Casey is skeptical of Cordova after a hefty amount of money was found missing from the crime scene. Elsewhere, Kidd makes a big decision.
Director: Eric Laneuville
Writer: Michael A. O'Shea
8.1/10 387 votes#20 - The Strongest Among Us
Season 6 Episode 20 - Aired 4/26/2018
After saving a girl from a car accident, Chief Boden and Lt. Severide are taken aback when they receive a surprise package. Brett struggles to keep quiet about Cruz reacquainting with his now-married high school sweetheart and Otis tackles his next challenge. A crisis brings Bria back into Dawson's life.
Director: Reza Tabrizi
Writer: Derek Haas
8.3/10 399 votes#21 - The Unrivaled Standard
Season 6 Episode 21 - Aired 5/3/2018
Lt. Severide is shocked when Rene Royce resurfaces; Casey comes up with a plan to help Chief Boden in his latest pursuit; Kidd regrets a decision she made regarding Severide; Herrmann clashes with Lt. Colannino over their son's basketball team.
Director: Joe Chappelle
Writer: Jeff Drayer
8.2/10 370 votes#22 - One for the Ages
Season 6 Episode 22 - Aired 5/10/2018
Boden takes a big step in the pursuit of a major career decision. Kidd becomes increasingly distrustful of Renee's motives with Severide. Herrmann has trouble bouncing back after a tragedy.
Director: Leslie Libman
Writer: Michael Gilvary, Andrea Newman
8.2/10 419 votes#23 - The Grand Gesture
Season 6 Episode 23 - Aired 5/10/2018
Boden's chances for a promotion are met with potential complications. Dawson and Casey don't see eye to eye on an important decision, while Kidd finds herself struggling to find time with Severide. Brett and Dawson respond to a tough call that quickly turns dangerous.
Director: Reza Tabrizi
Writer: Derek Haas