NBC has officially dropped a bombshell that no one saw coming — the One Chicago universe is getting even bigger. This fall, the network will introduce a bold new addition to its primetime lineup: Chicago Law: Special Crimes Unit — a legal drama rooted in the same gritty, emotionally-driven storytelling that made Chicago P.D., Med, and Fire household names.
After years of speculation and a failed attempt to launch Chicago Justice, NBC is ready to take another swing at the courtroom — but this time, with a sharper edge and direct ties to fan-favorite characters across the franchise. Sources reveal that Chicago Law will not only feature crossover appearances from familiar faces, but also dive deep into the city’s most controversial cases — from corruption and police misconduct to high-profile murders and political cover-ups.
The series will reportedly follow a team of elite prosecutors and investigators working within the Special Crimes Unit, led by a new character with strong ties to Voight’s past. Early buzz suggests the tone will be darker, more serialized, and character-driven — a departure from the case-of-the-week formula.
NBC executives are betting big on this expansion, aiming to anchor the new series on Thursdays and use it to fuel even more interconnected storytelling. Fan response has already been explosive online, with hashtags like #ChicagoLaw and #OneChicagoExpansion trending within hours of the announcement.
This move marks a major power play for NBC as it doubles down on its most successful primetime universe. With One Chicago fans hungry for more and spin-off fatigue hitting other networks, Chicago Law: SCU could be exactly the fresh-yet-familiar twist that keeps the franchise on top.
Fall 2025 just got a lot more interesting — and a lot more Chicago.
