9.0/102 votesLoading...#1 - Love Will Tear Us Apart
Season 10 Episode 8 - Aired 11/20/2024
Goodwin's troubles persist. Charles clashes with his former resident over a depressed patient. Lenox and Ripley treat a car accident victim who recently reunited with his college sweetheart.
Director: Lee Friedlander
Writer: Deanna Shumaker
8.6/10424 votesLoading...#2 - Never Let You Go
Season 4 Episode 19 - Aired 4/24/2019
The hospital goes into lockdown mode when a man with a gun holds medical staff hostage. Goodwin is forced to make a tough decision. Dr. Rhodes begins to realize his time with his father is getting short.
Director: Charles S. Carroll
Writer: Joseph Sousa, Stephen Hootstein
8.5/102 votesLoading...#3 - Family Matters
Season 10 Episode 7 - Aired 11/13/2024
Ripley and Frost uncover shocking information that conflicts with their patient's DNR. Asher facilitates an unexpected reunion. The tension between Archer and Lenox comes to a head.
Director: Bethany Rooney
Writer: Ryan Michael Johnson
8.4/10507 votesLoading...#4 - Infection, Part II (II)
Season 5 Episode 4 - Aired 10/16/2019
Dr. Manning's actions with a recent patient lead to serious repercussions. April and Noah disagree over a patient who is injured after a beating. Dr. Charles is visited by a childhood friend with a surprising revelation. The crossover starts on Chicago Fire S08E04 Infection (I). It continues on Chicago PD S07E04 Infection, Part III (III).
Director: Michael Pressman
Writer: N/A
8.2/10343 votesLoading...#5 - With a Brave Heart
Season 4 Episode 22 - Aired 5/22/2019
Dr. Charles and Caroline set some major plans. Ava fights to keep her relationship with Connor. Agent Lee informs Will of news that may put his life in danger.
Director: Michael Waxman
Writer: Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider
8.2/10329 votesLoading...#6 - The Ground Shifts Beneath Us
Season 5 Episode 11 - Aired 1/15/2020
After a major accident at O'Hare, the E.D. is concerned one of their own is in mortal danger. Will's proposal for a safe injection site goes to the board for consideration. Natalie and Goodwin become concerned for Gwen.
Director: Martha Mitchell
Writer: Safura Fadavi, Meridith Friedman
8.2/104 votesLoading...#7 - Sink or Swim
Season 10 Episode 1 - Aired 9/25/2024
When a commuter ship capsizes, the ED finds itself under water as the staff struggles to treat the influx of new patients and deal with bold new employees taking charge.
Director: Anna Dokoza
Writer: Allen MacDonald
8.1/10643 votesLoading...#8 - Cold Front
Season 2 Episode 14 - Aired 2/16/2017
Chicago Med braces for an influx of trauma patients when a pre-dawn pileup finds the hospital in full scramble mode. As a result of the storm and emergencies, supplies become limited and Goodwin, Dr. Manning and Dr. Halstead must deal with making an impossible decision. Meanwhile, Dr. Choi handles a severely burned patient who has one final request and Dr. Charles deals with an agitated patient.
Director: Michael Waxman
Writer: Danny Weiss, Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider
8.1/10529 votesLoading...#9 - Monday Mourning
Season 2 Episode 17 - Aired 3/16/2017
A suicide shakes the staff. Dr. Choi and Dr. Halstead face off over how to treat a patient with stroke symptoms. Family turmoil unfolds when a boy is treated after falling in a river. The importance of learning from mistakes is emphasized to Dr. Reese.
Director: Fred Berner
Writer: Jeff Drayer, Danny Weiss
8.1/10576 votesLoading...#10 - Love Hurts
Season 2 Episode 23 - Aired 5/11/2017
A new hotshot doctor arrives at Chicago Med causing competition for Dr. Rhodes, Dr. Halstead and Dr. Manning work together to diagnose a Syrian refugee without a medical record. When Robin is admitted back into the hospital for more complications, Dr. Reese takes a different approach to her treatment. Distracted from work because of Robin's worsening case, Dr. Charles is challenged by Goodwin and Noah hosts a graduation party that brings everyone together.
Director: Michael Waxman
Writer: Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider
8.1/10417 votesLoading...#11 - When to Let Go (II)
Season 4 Episode 2 - Aired 10/3/2018
The doctors and nurses of Chicago Med find themselves on high alert when an overflow of patients are rushed into the doors following a terrifying apartment complex blaze. Dr. Rhodes fights to save the life of one of Chicago Fire's own, while Dr. Halstead and his brother Jay struggle with their own personal battle. The crossover starts on Chicago Fire S07E02 Going to War (I). It continues on Chicago P.D. S06E02 Endings (III).
Director: Charles S. Carroll
Writer: Danny Weiss, Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider
8.1/10218 votesLoading...#12 - Does One Door Close and Another One Open?
Season 8 Episode 22 - Aired 5/24/2023
Shocking information threatens Jack Dayton's surgery and the future of OR 2.0. Archer goes rogue to save a patient in need. Maggie questions her future at Med.
Director: Nicole Cummins-Rubio
Writer: Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider
8.1/10166 votesLoading...#13 - Get By with a Little Help from My Friends
Season 9 Episode 12 - Aired 5/15/2024
An infection threatens Marcel's risky liver transplant. Maggie and Charles help a struggling burn unit nurse. Goodwin is forced to make a tough decision about Bert's future.
Director: Jonathan Brown
Writer: Danny Weiss, Lily Dahl
8.1/10174 votesLoading...#14 - I Think I Know You, but Do I Really?
Season 9 Episode 13 - Aired 5/22/2024
Ripley and Charles treat a high-risk prisoner who may have dementia. Archer and Sean clash when a resident from Margo's facility lands in the E.D. Marcel receives shocking news.
Director: Anna Dokoza
Writer: Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider
8.0/10598 votesLoading...#15 - Timing
Season 1 Episode 18 - Aired 5/17/2016
Dr. Rhodes treats his mentor and Goodman faces personal issues in the Season 1 finale. Also: April deals with a disorderly patient; Dr. Manning's past catches up with her; and Sarah's graduation day arrives, but she remains conflicted about her future.
Director: Michael Waxman
Writer: Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider
8.0/10623 votesLoading...#16 - This Is Now
Season 3 Episode 18 - Aired 5/1/2018
After a shooting occurs during a block party, the staff is overrun with victims; Dr. Choi devises a new mass casualty plan; Dr. Manning struggles to stay focused when she realizes her son and nanny might have been at the scene.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.0/10362 votesLoading...#17 - The Poison Inside Us
Season 4 Episode 7 - Aired 11/7/2018
The hospital is forced to evacuate when a toxic chemical is brought into the E.D., leaving patients and the staff in grave danger. Stuck in an elevator, Dr. Charles and Dr. Manning are forced to take drastic measures with a pregnant woman. Goodwin is tasked with making difficult choices and Dr. Rhodes discovers a secret that Dr. Bekker has been holding from him.
Director: Milena Govich
Writer: Jeff Drayer, Joseph Sousa
8.0/10320 votesLoading...#18 - Forever Hold Your Peace
Season 4 Episode 21 - Aired 5/15/2019
Caroline has news to share, forcing Dr. Charles to make a serious decision about their relationship. Maggie meets her sister's new boyfriend, but discovers danger may lie ahead. Dr. Rhodes experiences a devastating loss while Dr. Choi and April are faced with an unexpected challenge that strengthens their relationship.
Director: Charles S. Carroll
Writer: Safura Fadavi, Meridith Friedman
8.0/10426 votesLoading...#19 - Never Going Back to Normal
Season 5 Episode 1 - Aired 9/25/2019
Will and Natalie battle for their lives after a car accident. An investigation is launched following the suspicious death of Cornelius Rhodes. Maggie receives life-changing news. Dr. Charles cuts his honeymoon short to tend to a patient.
Director: Michael Pressman
Writer: Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider
8.0/10340 votesLoading...#20 - I Can't Imagine the Future
Season 5 Episode 9 - Aired 11/20/2019
April receives unfortunate news that makes her question her future with Ethan. Dr. Charles and Maggie see tough times on the horizon. Natalie’s memory from the accident starts to return.
Director: Charles S. Carroll
Writer: Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider
8.0/10311 votesLoading...#21 - Who Should Be the Judge
Season 5 Episode 16 - Aired 3/4/2020
A convicted murderer’s escape hits close to home when several members of the team find themselves in danger. Dr. Charles and Dr. Halstead continue to clash over patient treatment plans. Dr. Choi and April discover the truth about a patient’s scam. Maggie finally receives some good news.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.0/10321 votesLoading...#22 - The Ghosts of the Past
Season 5 Episode 17 - Aired 3/18/2020
Dr. Manning and Dr. Charles assist in a complicated case helping a 4-year old who they quickly learn is no stranger to the ED. Dr. Marcel and Dr. Choi tend to a police officer with a mysterious gunshot wound to the abdomen. Relationships are put to the test as secrets are revealed.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
8.0/10196 votesLoading...#23 - What You See Isn't Always What You Get
Season 8 Episode 16 - Aired 3/22/2023
Halstead and Cuevas struggle to diagnose a patient with a rare disorder. CFD and Med staff work to free a paranoid father trapped in the MRI suite. Tanaka-Reed gets an ego check.
Director: Timothy Busfield
Writer: Danny Weiss, Eli Talbert
8.0/10167 votesLoading...#24 - You Just Might Find You Get What You Need
Season 9 Episode 10 - Aired 5/1/2024
Maggie's budding romance takes flight. After a woman's shocking suicide attempt, Charles searches for answers. Asher works to diagnose a patient who is new to the city and appears with mysterious symptoms.
Director: Bethany Rooney
Writer: Eli Talbert
7.9/10429 votesLoading...#25 - The Tipping Point
Season 3 Episode 20 - Aired 5/15/2018
Dr. Rhodes second guesses removing himself from the team working to separate conjoined twins; Dr. Choi and April make a startling discovery about his sister; Dr. Charles uncovers troubling information concerning Dr. Reese's father.
Director: Michael Waxman
Writer: Diane Frolov, Andrew Schneider
The Best Episodes of Chicago Med
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An emotional thrill ride through the day-to-day chaos of the city's most explosive hospital and the courageous team of doctors who hold it together. They...
Genre:Drama
Network:NBC
Best Episodes Summary
"Love Will Tear Us Apart" is the best rated episode of "Chicago Med". It scored 9/10 based on 2 votes. Directed by Lee Friedlander and written by Deanna Shumaker, it aired on 11/20/2024. This episode scored 0.4 points higher than the second highest rated, "Never Let You Go".