It finally happened. Chicago P.D. gave fans the moment they’ve been dreaming of — a long-awaited wedding that brought romance, relief, and a few unexpected tears to the Season 12 finale. But according to the cast, what played out on screen was only part of the story.
In a candid behind-the-scenes reveal, stars of the show opened up about the immense pressure leading up to filming the wedding episode, which centered around fan-favorite couple Kim Burgess and Adam Ruzek.
“It felt like we were carrying the weight of the fans' expectations on our shoulders,” Marina Squerciati (Burgess) shared. “Everyone's been waiting so long for this — we had to get it right.”
And while the ceremony turned out to be emotional and heartfelt, it didn’t come without chaos. According to Patrick John Flueger (Ruzek), the wedding day scenes were “some of the most intense filming days of the season.”
“There were stunts, surprise plot twists, and even weather issues that nearly ruined one of the big takes,” he said. “But honestly, that just made the moment even more real.”
The finale also didn’t shy away from drama. While Burgess and Ruzek finally said “I do,” the episode teased new cracks forming within the team, leaving fans wondering what’s next for Intelligence going into Season 13.
Despite the challenges, the cast says the joy of finally bringing this storyline full-circle was worth every second.
“This wasn’t just a wedding for Kim and Adam,” Squerciati added. “It was a gift for the fans who’ve been with us through every breakup, every bullet wound, and every single heartbreak.”
Social media exploded after the finale, with hashtags like #BurzekWedding and #ChicagoPDFinale trending within minutes.
So while love may have won the night — don’t get too comfortable. As Chicago P.D. has proven time and again, no happy ending comes without a storm lurking nearby.
Season 12 may have ended with vows, but Season 13? It’s coming with fire. 🔥
