Chicago Fire Season 14, Episode 5: Release Date, Where to Watch, and What to Expect

The flames of Chicago Fire are burning hotter than ever as Season 14 moves toward its most emotional and action-packed point yet. Following last week’s heartbreaking episode, the team at Firehouse 51 faces new dangers, personal turmoil, and a call that could change everything.

Here’s your complete guide to Episode 5 — titled “One Last Chance.”


When and Where to Watch

  • Episode Title: One Last Chance

  • Release Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025

  • Network: NBC

  • Streaming: Available on Peacock the following day

    Air Times:

    Time Zone Date Time
    Eastern Time (ET) Oct 29, 2025 9:00 PM
    Central Time (CT) Oct 29, 2025 8:00 PM
    Pacific Time (PT) Oct 29, 2025 6:00 PM

    Fans watching live can tune in on NBC, while Peacock Premium subscribers can stream the full episode starting October 30. Both ad-supported and ad-free options are available.

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    Episode Overview: Picking Up the Pieces

     

     

    Episode 5 picks up immediately after the devastating events of Episode 4, when an accidental blaze tore through the Herrmann family home. Christopher Herrmann (David Eigenberg) faces the unimaginable — the emotional wreckage left behind by the fire, the chaos of rebuilding, and the strain on his family.

    The new episode dives deep into how Herrmann tries to regain control while his Firehouse 51 colleagues rally around him in an outpouring of loyalty and love.


    Severide, Kidd, and Isaiah — Family Under Fire

    One of Season 14’s most intriguing subplots, the guardianship arrangement between Kelly Severide (Taylor Kinney)Stella Kidd (Miranda Rae Mayo), and young Isaiah, takes center stage.

    Episode 5 promises to push their parental experiment to breaking point as duty and domestic life collide. Fans can expect emotional clashes, unexpected tenderness, and a major turning point in the couple’s commitment to Isaiah — and to each other.


    Vasquez’s Fight for Justice

     

     

    Meanwhile, Vasquez continues his relentless mission to free his father from prison. His discovery of an old medic’s report may finally blow the case wide open. But pursuing justice won’t come easy — Episode 5 teases a risky confrontation and mounting pressure that forces Vasquez to lean on his Firehouse family for strength.What to Expect from Chicago Fire Season 14 Episode 5: Ghosts


    A High-Stakes Emergency Call