Chicago Fire Season 13, Episode 21: ‘The Bad Guy’ - When & Where to Watch + Plot Details

The explosive drama continues in Chicago Fire Season 13 with Episode 21, titled “The Bad Guy”! This week, the team at Firehouse 51 faces the heat in a high-stakes episode, packed with intense rescues, personal challenges, and more!

📅 When and Where to Watch

• Premiere Date: Wednesday, May 14, 2025

• Time: 9:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM CT / 7:00 PM PT (NBC)

• Streaming: Available for streaming on Peacock the following day.

🔥 Plot Details

In “The Bad Guy”, the intensity is at an all-time high:

• Severide investigates a dangerous fire, uncovering shocking evidence that could change everything.

• Kidd and Natalie strengthen their bond while on a personal outing that brings them closer.

• Violet receives career recognition after her heroic actions make headlines.

• Meanwhile, Herrmann and Mouch are faced with the threat of layoffs as department efficiency evaluations hit close to home.

But the real drama unfolds when the 51 team must band together to save lives in the midst of a department crisis. Who will rise to the occasion and who might be left behind? 🔥

🌍 International Viewing Times

• UK: Thursday, May 15 at 2:00 AM BST

• India: Thursday, May 15 at 6:30 AM IST

• Australia: Thursday, May 15 at 11:00 PM AEST

• New Zealand: Thursday, May 15 at 12:00 PM NZST

🚒 What to Expect in This Episode

The suspense is palpable as the team faces life-threatening situations, and personal struggles threaten to tear them apart. Will they come together in time to save the day? And, as Firehouse 51 faces a budget crisis, is anyone safe from being cut? The stakes have never been higher.

📺 How to Watch

Catch this episode live on NBC, or stream it the next day on Peacock.