Chicago Fire backdrop
Chicago Fire poster
Drama

The Worst Episodes of Chicago Fire

Every episode of Chicago Fire ranked from worst to best. Explore the Worst Episodes of Chicago Fire!

The Worst 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 Haunted House
    7.4/10(303 votes)

    #1 - Haunted House

    S11:E5

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

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:Reza Tabrizi
  2. Background image for The Missing Piece
    7.5/10(323 votes)

    #2 - The Missing Piece

    S10:E15

    Following an injury in the aftermath of an industrial fire, Severide and Seager work together to investigate an anonymous tip. Kidd searches for the right person to fill the opening on Truck 81.

    0 Comments
    View all
  3. Background image for Hold on Tight
    7.5/10(366 votes)

    #3 - Hold on Tight

    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.

    0 Comments
    View all
  4. Background image for A Monster in the Field
    7.5/10(234 votes)

    #4 - A Monster in the Field

    S13:E1

    A new chief shakes things up at Firehouse 51. Violet and Novak work to uncover the truth behind a car crash. Cruz keeps a watchful eye on Severide and Damon's growing bond.

    0 Comments
    View all
  5. Background image for Pilot
    7.6/10(1.2k votes)

    #5 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    When a fire claims one of their own, there's plenty of guilt and blame to go around. Lt. Matthew Casey, in charge of the Truck, tries to carry on, but butts heads with the brash Lt. Kelly Severide of the Rescue Squad - and each blames the other for their fallen team member. The firehouse also includes: Battalion Chief Wallace Boden, a fireman's fireman who is confronted by important personal decisions; paramedics Gabriela Dawson and Leslie Shay, who share a close bond and team together to face some of the most harrowing situations imaginable; Peter Mills, an academy graduate who is the latest generation in a family of firefighters; and Christopher Herrmann, a seasoned veteran who loses his home to foreclosure and now must uproot his family to move in with his in-laws.

    0 Comments
    View all
  6. Background image for All-Out Mystery
    7.6/10(289 votes)

    #6 - All-Out Mystery

    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.

    0 Comments
    View all
  7. Trending NowTRENDING NOW

    The 20 BEST Episodes of Chicago Fire

    READ
  8. Background image for Red Flag
    7.6/10(264 votes)

    #7 - Red Flag

    S12:E7

    Violet clashes with her new partner. Severide discovers a hidden stash of money on a call and squares off against the cops working the case. Mouch gets a parking ticket.

    0 Comments
    View all
  9. Background image for Ride the Blade
    7.6/10(201 votes)

    #8 - Ride the Blade

    S13:E2

    After Damon disobeys Kidd's orders on a call, he turns to Severide to protect him. Herrmann searches for the perfect scent to spice things up with Cindy.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:Paul McCrane
  10. Background image for Birds of Prey
    7.6/10(176 votes)

    #9 - Birds of Prey

    S13:E6

    Severide gets wrapped up in an Illinois State Police investigation after discovering illegal guns on a call. A bird harasses Mouch on the apparatus floor. Kidd keeps an eye on Carver.

    0 Comments
    View all
  11. Background image for Born of Fire
    7.6/10(144 votes)

    #10 - Born of Fire

    S13:E13

    After a daring rescue at an adventure park, Kidd asks Severide to create a ropes course for Girls on Fire. Violet’s former nemesis returns, pleading for her help.

    0 Comments
    View all
  12. Background image for Smash Therapy
    7.7/10(388 votes)

    #11 - Smash Therapy

    S9:E3

    A mishap on the aerial ladder in the midst of a fire rescue leaves Mouch shaken and questioning his abilities. Kidd looks for support from Severide while Casey and Brett discuss their future.

    0 Comments
    View all
  13. Background image for Double Red
    7.7/10(364 votes)

    #12 - Double Red

    S9:E9

    Mouch, Gallo, Ritter and Mackey report for training. A nasty blow to the head brings Casey unimaginable pain.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:Reza Tabrizi
    Writer:Derek Haas
  14. Background image for Keep You Safe
    7.7/10(317 votes)

    #13 - Keep You Safe

    S10:E17

    Severide and Kidd work with CPD regarding a suspicious car wreck. Hawkins and Violet's relationship is in jeopardy. Chloe and Cruz adjust to a new family dynamic.

    0 Comments
    View all
  15. Background image for How Does It End?
    7.7/10(281 votes)

    #14 - How Does It End?

    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.

    0 Comments
    View all
  16. Background image for Take a Shot at the King
    7.7/10(252 votes)

    #15 - Take a Shot at the King

    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.

    0 Comments
    View all
  17. Background image for Change of Plans
    7.7/10(258 votes)

    #16 - Change of Plans

    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.

    0 Comments
    View all
  18. Background image for On the Hook
    7.7/10(271 votes)

    #17 - On the Hook

    S12:E5

    After their defibrillator malfunctions on a call, Brett and Violet search for answers. Herrmann tries to find the perfect home for his new recliner. A secret from Gibson's past comes to light.

    0 Comments
    View all
  19. Background image for All Kinds of Crazy
    7.7/10(195 votes)

    #18 - All Kinds of Crazy

    S13:E3

    Severide and Van Meter investigate a fire at a family-owned restaurant. Pascal questions Kidd's leadership.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:Reza Tabrizi
    Writer:Nancy Kiu
  20. Background image for Down the Rabbit Hole
    7.7/10(190 votes)

    #19 - Down the Rabbit Hole

    S13:E5

    Kidd and Severide investigate a trucking company responsible for a string of accidents. Herrmann recruits Kylie to help get new radios. Firehouse 51 celebrates Violet's birthday. Carver's allegiances are torn.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:Lisa Demaine
    Writer:Alec Wells
  21. Background image for A Favor
    7.7/10(160 votes)

    #20 - A Favor

    S13:E9

    Cruz's past comes back to haunt him. Severide prepares to teach an arson class at the academy. Mouch searches for a victim's next of kin.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:Reza Tabrizi
    Writer:Nancy Kiu
  22. Background image for Mon Amour
    7.8/10(912 votes)

    #21 - Mon Amour

    S1:E2

    Severide is hiding a serious shoulder injury sustained in the fire that killed Andy Darden, and grapples with his guilt as he fights to rescue a construction worker trapped in a building collapse. Adding to the burden, Darden's wife Heather turns on Severide at the annual firefighters' barbecue, blaming him for her husband's death. A call is made to an accident site at Hancock Tower, where two teenagers are pinned in a vehicle trapped beneath the falling debris of a broken window washer's cart. Meanwhile, Casey and Hallie work to figure out their future together.

    0 Comments
    View all
  23. Background image for Hanging On
    7.8/10(777 votes)

    #22 - Hanging On

    S1:E5

    Casey confronts Detective Voight about his harassing tactics, vowing never to back down, and ends up paying the price for his decision. Dawson faces disciplinary action for her on-the-job conduct. Meanwhile, Severide finds his arm failing him during a rescue at a construction accident, and reaches out to Anna, an old flame and pharmaceutical rep, hoping she might be able to help alleviate his injury problems.

    0 Comments
    View all
  24. Background image for Nazdarovya!
    7.8/10(698 votes)

    #23 - Nazdarovya!

    S1:E15

    Dawson attempts to help her brother Antonio unravel the details of his drugs-and-gang investigation, and goes behind his back in turning to an unlikely source for assistance. Casey and his mother, Nancy struggle with their new relationship. Meanwhile, as a favor to Lieutenant Whaley, Severide visits someone important from his past, while Herrmann and Otis learn some hard truths about their "silent partner" in the bar.

    0 Comments
    View all
  25. Background image for Forgive You Anything
    7.8/10(522 votes)

    #24 - Forgive You Anything

    S3:E17

    Severide lobbies Chief Boden for a favor for Scott Rice, an old friend needing a second chance with the CFD, but Casey and Otis have their doubts. Elsewhere, Mills works to regain his active squad status while Brett and Dawson decide they need a big night out.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:Reza Tabrizi
    Writer:Unknown
  26. Background image for 2112
    7.8/10(542 votes)

    #25 - 2112

    S4:E6

    Boden's new neighbor asks him for a favor that could have serious repercussions. Severide is upset when he's treated like a candidate by Patterson. Cruz is visited by a gangbanger who knows his brother. The team responds to a call that involves an 18-wheeler; and is thanked with tickets to see Rush.

    0 Comments
    View all
    Director:Holly Dale

Worst Episodes Summary

"Haunted House" is the worst rated episode of "Chicago Fire". It scored 7.4/10 based on 303 votes. Directed by Reza Tabrizi and written by Victor Teran, it aired on 10/19/2022. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "The Missing Piece".