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The Worst Episodes of Chicago Fire

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The Worst Episodes of Chicago Fire

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  1. 7.4/10(299 votes)

    #1 - Haunted House

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    S11:E5

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

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    Director:Reza Tabrizi
  2. 7.5/10(316 votes)

    #2 - The Missing Piece

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    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.

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  3. 7.5/10(362 votes)

    #3 - Hold on Tight

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    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.

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  4. 7.5/10(215 votes)

    #4 - A Monster in the Field

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    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.

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  5. 7.6/10(1.2k votes)

    #5 - Pilot

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    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.

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  6. 7.6/10(285 votes)

    #6 - All-Out Mystery

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    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.

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  8. 7.6/10(255 votes)

    #7 - Red Flag

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    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.

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  9. 7.6/10(185 votes)

    #8 - Ride the Blade

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    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.

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    Director:Paul McCrane
  10. 7.6/10(165 votes)

    #9 - Birds of Prey

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    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.

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  11. 7.6/10(124 votes)

    #10 - Born of Fire

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    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.

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  12. 7.7/10(385 votes)

    #11 - Smash Therapy

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    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.

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  13. 7.7/10(361 votes)

    #12 - Double Red

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    S9:E9

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

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    Director:Reza Tabrizi
    Writer:Derek Haas
  14. 7.7/10(310 votes)

    #13 - Keep You Safe

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    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.

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  15. 7.7/10(275 votes)

    #14 - How Does It End?

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    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.

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  16. 7.7/10(246 votes)

    #15 - Take a Shot at the King

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    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.

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  17. 7.7/10(253 votes)

    #16 - Change of Plans

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    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.

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  18. 7.7/10(261 votes)

    #17 - On the Hook

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    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.

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  19. 7.7/10(146 votes)

    #18 - A Favor

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    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.

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    Director:Reza Tabrizi
    Writer:Nancy Kiu
  20. 7.8/10(904 votes)

    #19 - Mon Amour

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    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.

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  21. 7.8/10(768 votes)

    #20 - Hanging On

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    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.

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  22. 7.8/10(695 votes)

    #21 - Nazdarovya!

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    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.

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  23. 7.8/10(520 votes)

    #22 - Forgive You Anything

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    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.

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    Director:Reza Tabrizi
    Writer:N/A
  24. 7.8/10(540 votes)

    #23 - 2112

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    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.

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    Director:Holly Dale
  25. 7.8/10(439 votes)

    #24 - The Whole Point of Being Roommates

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    S6:E8

    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.

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  26. 7.8/10(443 votes)

    #25 - Foul Is Fair

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    S6:E9

    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.

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Haunted House" is the worst rated episode of "Chicago Fire". It scored 7.4/10 based on 299 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".