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Chicago Fire is one of the well-loved American dramas of the One Chicago franchise that follows the daily struggles and often dangerous lives of firefighters, rescue teams, and paramedics. At the center of the show is the fictional Firehouse 51 in Chicago, which has different units.
These teams are constantly called to risky and sometimes life-threatening situations. From fires to car accidents, Chicago Fire covers it all. However, the story doesn't stop at action as it also follows the deep bonds these characters share.
They aren't just co-workers at the fire station, but also consider each other family. As seen during the demise of Chief Dom Pascal's wife, the entire team showed up despite him not wanting many people to attend.
The personal and professional struggles continue in Chicago Fire Season 13, whose Episode 20, Cut Me Open, will come out on May 7, 2025. As usual, the new episode will air on NBC at 9 pm ET.
Fans who've been following the One Chicago series know that they didn't get this week's episode. While NBC didn't officially state any reason behind this delay, it's common for TV dramas to air reruns so that they can give the finale in mid-May.
Keep reading for more information on the upcoming episode.
Chicago Fire Season 13 Episode 20: All you need to know
Fans of Chicago Fire can gear up for another intense chapter as Episode 20 of Season 13, titled Cut Me Open, is set to air on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at 9:00 PM Eastern Time on NBC. With just a few episodes left in the season, the show is setting up for a dramatic and emotional lead-up to the finale.
Since time varies in different time zones where the NBC network is available, here's a table to help you explore when to watch the new episode:
If you’re not able to catch the Chicago Fire episode live on NBC, don’t worry. You can stream it the next day on Peacock, NBC’s official streaming platform. The platform offers different subscription plans, like premium, which includes ads, and premium plus, with no ads.
In addition to Peacock, viewers with an active cable or satellite subscription can also access the episode through the NBC website or app by logging in with their provider details. Also, for those who want to catch up on past episodes or start from earlier seasons, Peacock has all the previous seasons of Chicago Fire available to stream.
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What is Chicago Fire Season 13 Episode 20, Cut Me Open, about?
With a new episode of Chicago Fire comes new tasks and work stress. Titled Cut Me Open, this upcoming episode will feature Firehouse 51 feeling the pressure as they’re understaffed, and on top of that, a performance efficiency expert arrives to evaluate how the team operates.
The official synopsis of Season 13, Episode 20 reads:
"With the crew stretched thin, a performance efficiency expert evaluates Firehouse 51. Kidd and Severide bnd with the mother of the baby they hope to adopt."
Apart from the workplace drama, the fan-adored couple Stellaride (Kidd and Severide) will finally meet the mother of a child they've been eagerly wanting to adopt. This means the adoption storyline will conclude soon, as Season 13 is also nearing its end.
What happened in Chicago Fire Season 13 Episode 19: A quick recap
Episode 19 of Chicago Fire Season 13, titled Permanent Damage, offers all kinds of moments, from emotional to investigative ones at Firehouse 51. One of the key storylines follows Kelly Severide as he reopens an old house fire case from a decade ago, which appears to be tied to Stella Kidd.
Being her partner, Severide digs deeper into a past incident that might not have been an accident after all. At the same time, Damon is recovering from severe lung injuries sustained earlier and is a bit afraid that he might not be able to return to his active duty.
On another front, Violet Mikami joins forces with Sam Carver to track down a paramedic named Danny who shockingly abandoned a patient during an emergency. Their mission turns serious as they realize the incident wasn’t just reckless—it endangered someone’s life.
As for Mouch, he tries to prove himself to Chief Dom Pascal after previously turning down a promotion in Season 13. He now puts in extra effort to demonstrate his leadership potential, hoping to earn the respect he might feel he missed out on.
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