With summer winding down, you may want to reminisce in the last few weeks of the sun, sand, surf, and/or whatever else the season has to offer. With the hit Netflix series Outer Bankshaving been renewed for a season 2, it’s obvious that people love to be transported to places where it seems like summer never ends. But, I’m not talking about California or Florida. No, I’m talking about the…
I’m still here.”
–Adam to Kim in 7×15 “Burden of Truth”
Adam Ruzek. He’s many things: a goofball at times, a hardworker, a loveable guy, and the list goes on. This season has really put all of those sides on display, so because of that, I thought I’d take a look back at Adam’s seventh season, talk about what was important, why it was important, and what it could all mean for him here on out.…
I wasn’t supposed to be on the scene, I wasn’t supposed to be at the motel, I wasn’t supposed to lose the baby. Don’t you get that? I don’t want pity, and I don’t want support. I want you to be angry with me, as angry with me as I am.”
–Kim Burgess to Adam Ruzek in 7×15 “Burden of Truth”
If anyone has had the most traumatic season on Chicago PD, one could argue that it has been Kim Burgess.…
I know exactly what time it is. You think I’m going anywhere? Cause I’m not. I’m right here…I’m right here.”
–Kevin Atwater, 7×20 “Silence of the Night”
He’s been on the show since day 1, but Kevin Atwater has really come into his own over these last few seasons, especially in the season 7 finale. In light of that, I thought I’d take a look back at Kevin’s seventh season, and talk about what…
I don’t do rain checks, sweetie. Especially on a sunny day.”
–Vanessa Rojas (as Nina Rodriguez) to Kevin Atwater in 7×02 “Assets”
While she may be the newest member of the Intelligence Unit, Vanessa Rojas has certainly made a splash on Chicago PD this season. In light of that, I thought I’d take a look back at Vanessa’s seventh season, and talk about what was important, why it was important,…
You live by your lights, your instincts, because that’s how you survive.”
– Hailey Upton to Vanessa Rojas in 7×03, “Familia”
If anyone has gone from one end of the spectrum to the other this season, it’s been Hailey Upton. This darker turn on her journey has been intriguing to say the least, and it’s been cool to see Tracy Spiridakos play up these new sides of Hailey. I thought I’d take a look…
I know how you’re wired. Through the heart. Someone’s in trouble, you just go. That’s part of what makes you, you. I made peace with it. I don’t think you could be any other way.”
–Hank Voight to Jay Halstead in 7×16 “Intimate Violence”
The quote above essentially encapsulates Jay Halstead to-a-tee, not only within this season alone, but as an overall theme to his character over the years. It’s…
Me, while watching it overall: 😳🥺😚 But in all seriousness, it was INSANE. In like, the best way possible. Holy sh!t 🤯
“Nah, Bradford’s chill.” - Emmett says. “Not if he’s your TO.” - Lucy replies. Like yes honey u tell him
I did not need saving. —Lucy (😒) to Emmett after Tim reprimanded her about the tape & gun hand. Yep yep.
She’s MY boot. I’ll talk to her however the hell I want. 😯 ok Tim we see u sir
Because it’s PROGRESS but not the exact kind we wanted, you know?! 😬
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You are a good cop with a good heart.”
–Hank Voight (Jason Beghe) to Jay Halstead (Jesse Lee Soffer), 7×06 “False Positive”
Chicago PDhad to end their seventh season early due to the pandemic, so their 20th episode served as their makeshift season finale. Since we’re unsure of when they will exactly be back filming, I figured it’d be a great time to take a look at a “wish list” of sorts for…
Chicago shows up for each other.”
– Sylvie Brett (Kara Killmer), 8×13 “A Chicago Welcome”
Chicago Firehad to end their eighth season early due to the pandemic, so their 20th episode served as their makeshift season finale. Since we’re unsure of when they will exactly be back filming, I figured it’d be a great time to take a look at a “wish list” of sorts for their up-and-coming ninth season.…
There was a time I couldn’t imagine a future without you, but I can now. [And] I feel…free.”
– Will Halstead (Nick Gehlfuss), 5×09 “I Can’t Imagine The Future”
Chicago Med had to end their fifth season early due to the pandemic, so their 20th episode served as their makeshift season finale. Since we’re unsure of when they will exactly be back filming, I figured it’d be a great time to take a look at a “wish list” of sorts for their up-and-coming sixth season. From happy couples to hospital policies, there’s a lot that can be done during season 6 of Chicago Med. Keep reading below for some ideas.
Perhaps it was just bad timing for Crockett Marcel’s (Dominic Rains) past to come to light during their season finale, but regardless, it would be cool to get to know more about Med’s newest doctor.
How did his lost child come to be? As in, was he previously married? Engaged? In a relationship? And how was he as a father? We saw a little bit of how his loss affected his current work – in episode 12, and in episode 20. But, it would be – I hesitate to say nice, because who wants to see a character in pain? – interesting to see if we could learn more on how he was affected by it. Did it change how he operated as a doctor? Was it the reason for his move from New Orleans to Chicago?
We’ve only really seen the overconfident, cocky Dr. Marcel – I think it’s time we could stand to see another side of him. Not that he has to break down completely, but to show a little more vulnerability would be refreshing, I think.
…At least as friends, that is. Natalie Manning (Torrey DeVitto) said she would want to try and be friends with Will Halstead (Nick Gehlfuss) again, so why can’t they make it work? I think they could, and should give it a shot at least.
Now, before anyone freaks out, that’s not to say I don’t “ship” Manstead. I’ve been rooting for them since day 1. But, that being said –– Will and Natalie have both seemed to have moved on. Will’s been dating Hannah Asher (Jessy Schram); and Chicago Med has hinted at a potential connection between Natalie and Crockett. Yep, as in Crockett Marcel!
Will and Hannah started off as a bit of a wildcard romance at first, and while I’m not quite sure if we can fully trust Hannah, Will seems to, which is really all that matters. Meanwhile, Natalie and Crockett have been working closely, and way more often, together. So, will there be more in store for those two? It’s hard to tell for sure, since Med was cut short by 3 episodes.
With where they left off, it appears as though Crockett may open up more to Natalie about his past. That could be a good thing, as it would further my first point.
But, back to Manstead.
While we saw Natalie and Will argue quite a bit during season 5, it would be nice to see them interact in some way again next season. Even if it starts as a simple “Hello.” Maybe kind of getting back to their season 1 vibe? Just a thought.
While I did like Chexton together, now that they…aren’t, I think it would be a prime time to give some screentime to April and Ethan as individuals. Who are they without the other? We know their backgrounds, but we haven’t seen them interact with many others besides each other over the last season. (Well, okay. Unless you count Crockett. But let’s not get into that right now).
It would be interesting to see April have to find a place to live. Or, maybe she could live with her brother, Noah? I missed seeing the Sexton siblings on my TV towards the back half of the season! It would also be intriguing to see how Ethan fares on his own. Like, does he miss April? Or, does he thrive? Does he – dare I say – find someone else? Or, is his heart still attached to April, despite her indiscretion?
And what about April? Can she work alongside her ex-fiancé and her former crush? Well, I’m assuming it’s in the past, as we haven’t seen anything more personal between Crockett and April; only professional, which is good given the situation, I think.
PLEASE FOR THE LOVE OF GOD GIVE BEN, MAGGIE, AND AUGGIE A HAPPY GO LUCKY STORYLINE. PLEASE. THEY DESERVE IT!
In all seriousness, Maggie and Ben have been through hell and back. The both of them fought cancer, and beat it to remission! Then, they got engaged and married! Now, they’re going to tackle raising a young kid together. The best foster parents ever? Check. Adorable kid? Check. Family unit in the making? Check.
They deserve to have that idyllic family life: cooking pancakes in the kitchen on the weekends; Ben taking Auggie with him to school while Maggie jets off to work; Maggie coming home and reading Auggie a bedtime story, etc. Would that not be the cutest thing ever?! And who deserves it more than Ben and Maggie?! My heart is bursting at the thought.
I’m well aware adorable Owen Manning is very different from super-intelligent medical student Elsa Curry. But, in general, what I’m saying is it would be lovely if we could utilize these sort of, “background” characters more. Give Elsa a storyline beyond desiring Will’s affection (thank god I think Med has moved past it for now). Give Natalie some more scenes with her own child, Owen. Please? Please, @ Chicago Med, I’m begging you. Can we also get Nurse Doris, Trini, or Monique into more scenes? They offered great lines of dialogue and an extra layer that makes Chicago Med more realistic (though it’s already very realistic)!
CHICAGO MED — “I Will Do No Harm” Episode 515 — Pictured: S. Epatha Merkerson as Sharon Goodwin — (Photo by: Adrian Burrows/NBC)
CHICAGO MED — “The Ghosts Of The Past” Episode 517 — Pictured: Oliver Platt as Daniel Charles — (Photo by: Elizabeth Sisson/NBC)
The veterans of Gaffney Medical Center have gotten quite a few spotlit stories on their personal lives, so let’s keep that going into season 6! We left off with Sharon’s son doing business with a medical supply company, and he seemed to have bonded with Dr. Lanik fairly well. But, Sharon was seen looking a little uneasy. Why? Could it be the methods with which Michael secured this information? If so, could we see them have a discussion about it?
For Dr. Charles, it was great to see him step into that paternal role more. Can we keep that going with his daughter, Anna next season too? Yes, we saw him suffer a devastating loss of his wife, Caroline “CeCe” Charles, and we saw Robin make an appearance during that time. But, after that, his ex-wife and Anna made an appearance. Anna came back recently too, and it was great to see Daniel admit his slight failings as a parent with her…and to see him try and make it right. It gave the always so smart psychiatrist Dr. Charles a more humanistic quality. It kind of made him more relatable, more everyday.
It would be nice to see the more real sides of both of Med’s fearless leaders.
There you have it, 6 wishes for Chicago Med’s sixth season. Do you have something you wanna see happen? If so, comment below, or reach out on social media!
Courtesy GIPHY / Twitter / Chicago Med.
6 Things That Should Happen on Chicago Med Next Season There was a time I couldn't imagine a future without you, but I can now. I feel...free."
Here are my thoughts on the Chicago PD midseason finale “Absolution” :
And that concludes my semi professional recap of Chicago PD. Now allow me to express my fangirl emotions below:
OH MY FUCKING GOD I CANT BELIEVE ANGELA SHOT JAY AND THAT HE WAS RIPPED AWAY FROM HAILEY YET AGAIN AND SHE DOESNT EVEN KNOW HES BEEN SHOT YET MY UPSTEAD HEART CANT TAKE THIS!!!!
Seriously though, can someone give Jesse Lee Soffer an Emmy? Also nominate Tracy Spiridakos for one too please. Thank you. They deserve it.
I just — Hailey’s look she gave Jay before he left. It was the purest most genuine form of love there is. Like it’s not really so much about what kind of love it is; but more so that it happened at all. In all my years of watching this show, I can’t remember a time when Erin gave him that kind of look. Sure, she was relieved when he was alive in 301; but this, this was different.
Hailey was pouring all her emotions into that look. Just like she always has with Jay. And he was doing the same with her. Because that’s what works between them. And this episode showed everyone (like legit, everyone in Intelligence) how much Hailey cares for Jay. Not just in a partner way. But a “I’m gonna do whatever it takes to get him back because I need him in my life as more than that” way. Because it’s true. She needs him. She loves him. And he needs and loves her too. So that’s why Jay has to be okay — because he needs to get back to Hailey so all can be right in the world again. That’s all I can say.
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