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The Best Episodes of Chicago P.D. Season 12

Every episode of Chicago P.D. Season 12 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Chicago P.D. Season 12!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 2 - Blood Bleeds Blue (2)
    9.2/10(659 votes)

    S12:E2

    After tragedy strikes Intelligence, the unit must persevere during an adrenalized manhunt across the city.

    Director:Victor Macias
    Writer:Gavin Harris

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  2. Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 11 - In the Trenches (III)
    8.9/10(490 votes)

    S12:E11

    With the suspects still at large and conditions worsening underground, first responders race to reach the trapped victims, while the investigation into the assailants comes into focus. The crossover starts on Chicago Fire S13E11 In the Trenches (I) and Chicago Med S10E11 In the Trenches (II).

    Director:Chad Saxton
    Writer:Joe Halpin

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  3. Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 22 - Vows
    8.7/10(380 votes)

    S12:E22

    Forced to cease operations while under investigation by Internal Affairs, Intelligence goes off-book to bring down Reid once and for all. Ruzek and Burgess consider delaying their nuptials amid the uncertainty.

    Director:Chad Saxton
    Writer:Gwen Sigan

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  4. Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 10 - Zoe
    8.6/10(396 votes)

    S12:E10

    An unexpected visitor causes disruption for Ruzek and Burgess amidst an emotional investigation involving an unidentified young girl.

    Director:Lisa Robinson
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 21 - Open Casket
    8.6/10(360 votes)

    S12:E21

    The showdown with Deputy Chief Reid intensifies when Intelligence narrows in on Otero.

    Director:Victor Macias
    Writer:Gavin Harris

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  6. Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 4 - The After
    8.5/10(416 votes)

    S12:E4

    Assistant State's Attorney Chapman assists Intelligence with a sensitive investigation that drudges up painful memories for Voight.

    Director:Marc Roskin
    Writer:Mellori Velasquez

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  7. Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 8 - Penance (2)
    8.5/10(378 votes)

    S12:E8

    The unit learns the truth about a secret Torres has been keeping, as Deputy Chief Charlie Reid puts a focus on Intelligence.

    Director:Chad Saxton
    Writer:Gwen Sigan

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  8. Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 1 - Ten Ninety-Nine (1)
    8.3/10(471 votes)

    S12:E1

    A month after Voight's close brush with death, Intelligence is overwhelmed with cases as they catch a high-stakes drug bust.

    Director:Chad Saxton
    Writer:Gwen Sigan

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  9. Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 7 - Contrition (1)
    8.3/10(368 votes)

    S12:E7

    Torres is haunted by his previous transgressions as Cook takes on a tense undercover assignment.

    Director:Gonzalo Amat
    Writer:Gavin Harris

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  10. Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 14 - Marie
    8.3/10(341 votes)

    S12:E14

    Ruzek grapples with his father's worsening condition while Intelligence searches for an elusive serial killer.

    Director:Carl Seaton
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 5 - Water and Honey
    8.2/10(406 votes)

    S12:E5

    In the midst of a momentous rainstorm, Intelligence lends support to Officer Cook when she and her partner disagree about an investigation.

    Director:Chad Saxton
    Writer:Gwen Sigan

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  12. Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 9 - Friends and Family
    8.2/10(360 votes)

    S12:E9

    Cook turns to her family when Intelligence faces administrative roadblocks that threaten a kidnapping investigation.

    Director:Takashi Doscher
    Writers:Tiffany Bratcher, Bridget Tyler

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  13. Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 15 - Greater Good
    8.1/10(323 votes)

    S12:E15

    Voight questions Deputy Chief Reid's motives in enacting a Violence Reduction Initiative across a neighborhood where numerous gangs are fighting for territory.

    Director:Victor Macias
    Writers:Gwen Sigan, Gavin Harris

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  14. Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 16 - Seen and Unseen
    8.1/10(346 votes)

    S12:E16

    Burgess' memory recall is put to the test following a deadly incident at her local diner.

    Director:Stephen Surjik
    Writers:Gwen Sigan, Gavin Harris

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  15. Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 18 - Demons
    8.0/10(312 votes)

    S12:E18

    Voight and Chapman work together to uncover Deputy Chief Reid's shadow dealings as Reid assigns Intelligence to a carjacking case.

    Director:Paul McCrane
    Writer:Gavin Harris

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  16. Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 20 - Black Ice
    8.0/10(315 votes)

    S12:E20

    Ruzek witnesses a tragic accident on an icy bridge, leading Intelligence into a dark, sinister case involving sex trafficking.

    Director:John Polson
    Writers:Gwen Sigan, Tiffany Bratcher

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  17. Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 3 - Off Switch
    7.9/10(402 votes)

    S12:E3

    Atwater struggles to find balance as he teams up with a forensic psychologist on an armed robbery case.

    Director:Takashi Doscher
    Writer:Matthew Thomas Brown

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  18. Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 6 - Pawns
    7.9/10(378 votes)

    S12:E6

    Burgess is put to the test as she looks to make an advancement in her career.

    Director:John Hyams
    Writer:Joe Halpin

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  19. Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 12 - The Good Shepherd
    7.8/10(355 votes)

    S12:E12

    Intelligence makes a gruesome discovery that leads Torres to go undercover at the juvenile detention center where he served time as a teen.

    Director:Brenna Malloy
    Writer:Mellori Velasquez

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  20. Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 17 - Transference
    7.6/10(321 votes)

    S12:E17

    The search for the suspect in a shooting uncovers a surprising personal connection to Atwater and Val, raising questions about their relationship status.

    Director:Chad Saxton
    Writer:Matthew Thomas Brown

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  21. Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 19 - Name Image Likeness
    7.5/10(312 votes)

    S12:E19

    Cook works with a confidential informant for the first time in a robbery-murder case with links to a star college athlete.

    Director:Keesha Sharp
    Writer:Mellori Velasquez

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  22. Chicago P.D. Season 12 Episode 13 - Street Jesus
    7.3/10(332 votes)

    S12:E13

    A mounting street war threatens a community-center project that Atwater is trying to get off the ground.

    Director:John Polson
    Writers:Rick Eid, Joe Halpin

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Season 12 Ratings Summary

"Blood Bleeds Blue (2)" is the best rated episode of Chicago P.D. season 12. It scored 9.2/10 from 659 votes. Directed by Victor Macias and written by Gavin Harris, it aired on October 2, 2024. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "In the Trenches (III)".