Chicago Fire: Season 2

2013 · 22 episodes · ★ 8.1

What Season 2 of Chicago Fire

Season two opens with Firehouse 51 on a list of upcoming closures. City financial advisor Gail McLeod examines the firehouse and decides whether it should be shut down. The crew remains divided after Andy Darden's death, and Matthew Casey and Kelly Severide blame each other. Severide, meanwhile, is stalked by a firehouse arsonist and suspects former firefighter Hadley. Chief Boden fights to save the station, while Mouch runs for union president. Amid fires and emergencies, the firefighters must keep working together even though their relationships are broken.

22episodes

Sep 24, 2013premiered

May 13, 2014latest episode

15.7 hrtotal runtime

Season 2 Episodes

2x01 A Problem House
Sep 24, 2013 · 43 min · ★ 8.1
An arsonist targets Lt. Severide. Meanwhile, Station 51 is under scrutiny by Gail McLeod, a financial consultant for the city who is deciding if any firehouses should be closed. Mouch receives a visit from his Japanese girlfriend, Lt. Casey "celebrates the one-year anniversary of Andy's death, and Shay suspects Severide's paternity.
Directing: Joe Chappelle · Writing: Derek Haas, Michael Brandt · Starring: John Babbo, Chaon Cross, Larisa Polonsky, Michelle Forbes
2x02 Prove It
Oct 1, 2013 · 43 min · ★ 8.0
In the wake of Heather's incident, Lt. Casey is having a hard time handling his newfound responsibilities. Lt. Severide is on edge dreading the next attack from the firehouse's arsonist. Meanwhile, with Renee back from her mother's, Severide knows he has to confront her about his paternity suspicions. Elsewhere, Mouch begins his campaign for union president and Shay and Dawson feel that they need to get out more.
Directed by: Tom DiCillo · Written by: Andrea Newman · Starring: Linda Powell, Chaon Cross, Larisa Polonsky, Michelle Forbes
2x03 Defcon 1
Oct 8, 2013 · 42 min · ★ 7.9
Lt. Severide has his strong ideas on who the serial arsonist is, but first needs to find proof to back up his suspicions. Meanwhile, Lt. Casey adjusts to his new lifestyle in the wake of recent events and Molly's bar is failing, much to the dismay of owners Hermann, Dawson and Otis. Elsewhere, Dawson goes out on a date with Jay Halstead, one of the bar regulars, and Mouch's campaign trail starts to get on track with the aid of Isabella, an old friend of Dawson's.
Directing: Joe Chappelle · Writing: Michael Gilvary · Starring: Chaon Cross, Larisa Polonsky, Michelle Forbes, John Hoogenakker
2x04 A Nuisance Call
Oct 15, 2013 · 43 min · ★ 7.6
Lieutenant Severide is anxious to implicate the serial arsonist, while Dawson and Shay get a shock on a routine call. Meanwhile, suspicions continue to point to Clarke as the mole inside the firehouse and Molly's falls deeper into the red. Elsewhere, Mouch campaigns for union president, with the aid of Isabella, and Boden butts heads with Gail McLeod.
Directing: Steve Shill · Writing: Hilly Hicks Jr., Matt Olmstead · Starring: Larisa Polonsky, Michelle Forbes, John Hoogenakker, Mena Suvari
2x05 A Power Move
Oct 22, 2013 · 43 min · ★ 6.9
Boden's future with Firehouse 51 is on the line and McLeod keeps on him about his past wrongdoings, pushing him toward an early retirement. With Boden considering his options, McLeod calls on an unlikely candidate to potentially replace him as Chief. Meanwhile, it becomes clearer who the mole inside the firehouse is and everyone takes measures to make their disdain for him known. Meanwhile, Shay's social life is in full bloom and Arthur continues to take money from the struggling Molly's.
Directing: Jann Turner · Writing: Andi Bushell · Starring: Chaon Cross, Larisa Polonsky, Michelle Forbes, John Hoogenakker
2x06 Joyriding
Nov 12, 2013 · 43 min · ★ 8.2
While out on a jog, Severide comes across a secluded and empty construction site and encounters a young boy who has been trapped in a backhoe loader and is in dire need of assistance. Boden and McLeod continue to butt heads about the future of the firehouse and Boden breaks news about his future to Casey. Meanwhile, it's election day for the union presidency and Mouch and Greg Sullivan have a debate on Otis' podcast. With rival bar Game Day's future in peril, the finger is being pointed at Molly's.
Directing: Steve Shill · Writing: Derek Haas, Tim Talbott · Starring: Michelle Forbes, Mike Starr, Mena Suvari, Vedette Lim
2x07 No Regrets
Nov 19, 2013 · 43 min · ★ 8.4
When a tanker collides into a commuter train that subsequently crashes into a warehouse, the firehouse is called to the horrific scene that tests everyone to the limits as life and death hangs in the balance. With the ultimatum in place for him or the firehouse, Boden is tasked with making life-changing decisions regarding his future. Severide learns more about Katie, the young woman he saw with his father. Meanwhile, Shay and Dawson are still at odds and Casey’s responsibility of being a surrogate father takes a sharp turn.
Directing: Michael Slovis · Writing: Michael Brandt, Ryan Harris · Starring: Linda Powell, Chaon Cross, Larisa Polonsky, Michelle Forbes
2x08 Rhymes with Shout
Nov 26, 2013 · 43 min · ★ 8.1
When the shooting of a young girl happens in their neighborhood, Cruz and his brother, Leon are forced to think about the gang they have tried to escape. The battle between Chief Boden and McLeod continues to escalate and Isabella convinces Mills to dress up for a fancy gala. Meanwhile, Lt. Casey is sad Dawson won't be coming by as much now that his parental duties are over, Shay is fed up with the firehouse and digs in deeper with Devon and Zoya's visa is expiring, prompting her to come up with an idea.
Directing: Joe Chappelle · Writing: Andrea Newman · Starring: Larisa Polonsky, Michelle Forbes, Mena Suvari, Vedette Lim
2x09 You Will Hurt Him
Dec 3, 2013 · 42 min · ★ 8.1
Chief Boden prepares to counterattack McLeod in a final effort to save the firehouse from closure and the romance between Dawson and Casey escalates. Leon is making progress in the gang murder investigation, but Cruz cannot stand being left in the dark by Voight, fearing for his brother's safety. Meanwhile, Severide and Katie bond to make up for lost time and Otis feels uncomfortable living with Severide and Shay after Devon's latest escapade.
Directing: Sanford Bookstaver · Writing: Michael Gilvary · Starring: Larisa Polonsky, Michelle Forbes, Mena Suvari, Elias Koteas
2x10 Not Like This
Dec 10, 2013 · 42 min · ★ 8.5
All seems lost with firehouse 51 on the verge of closing its’ doors, thanks in no small part to Gail McLeod, but Chief Boden and the rest of the house refuse to allow themselves to sit by and let it happen. An emergency call to an apartment structure fire tests everyone’s limits and puts the squad in harm’s way. Meanwhile, Dawson receives some life-changing news and union president Greg Sullivan makes headlines, which has an immediate impact on Mouch.
Directed by: Alex Chapple · Written by: Derek Haas, Michael Brandt · Starring: Michelle Forbes, Mena Suvari, CJ Adams, Eric Slater
2x11 Shoved in My Face
Jan 7, 2014 · 43 min · ★ 7.9
Lt. Casey returns to work at Firehouse 51 after nearly being killed in a building collapse and Shay meets Allison Rafferty, her new partner, who is friendly to everyone except her. Dawson begins her rigorous training at the Chicago Fire Academy, while Lt. Severide prepares for his stint as instructor. Meanwhile, Clarke stubbornly does not speak with the police about the murder in which he is the prime suspect and the future of Molly’s looks bleaker than ever.
Directed by: Jean de Segonzac · Written by: Hilly Hicks Jr. · Starring: Daisy Betts, Christine Evangelista, Jeff Hephner, Brittany Curran
2x12 Out with a Bang
Jan 14, 2014 · 43 min · ★ 8.1
Lieutenant Casey tries to convince himself and everyone around him that he is one hundred percent healthy following his near-death incident in the line of duty. Shay, not wanting to delve into the emotionally traumatic incident, continues to elude a lawyer who wants to speak with her about Daryl’s suicide. Meanwhile, Otis and Katie bond over board games, Boden helps out a woman with a negligent landlord and Dawson notices fellow recruit Rebecca Jones undertaking some interesting test-taking techniques at the Academy.
Directed by: Alik Sakharov · Written by: Andrea Newman · Starring: Daisy Betts, Christine Evangelista, Coburn Goss, Jeff Hephner
2x13 Tonight's the Night
Jan 21, 2014 · 43 min · ★ 8.5
When a drunk driver knocks down a transformer, the entire neighborhood is left without power on a frigid Chicago night and members of Firehouse 51 step up to lend their much needed help. While many from the community ride out the night at the station, in the midst of such close quarters, romances speed up and tempers flare. Meanwhile, Casey continues to lie to both himself and Dawson about his condition and the stakeholders in Molly's bicker about the bar's direction.
Directed by: Jann Turner · Written by: Derek Haas, Tim Talbott · Starring: Christine Evangelista, Jake Weary, Jeff Hephner, Brittany Curran
2x14 Virgin Skin
Feb 25, 2014 · 43 min · ★ 7.8
Severide feels sidelined as he leaves Detective Lindsay and the Intelligence Unit to do their job and locate his sister Katie. Shay gets an unusual tip from Chicago Blackhawk players Brent Seabrook and Duncan Keith, who makes friends with Clarke and stop by Molly’s. Meanwhile, Casey learns more about his head injuries after another close call and Dawson pushes hard to pass the physical test at the Academy.
Directed by: Karen Gaviola · Written by: Michael Brandt, Ryan Harris · Starring: CJ Adams, Daisy Betts, Christine Evangelista, Jake Weary
2x15 Keep Your Mouth Shut
Mar 4, 2014 · 43 min · ★ 7.8
Severide is getting impatient with the police as Vince Keeler walks free. Meanwhile, the house pulls out all the stops to save a girl trapped inside a donation bin, Mouch learns that Boden’s secretary Connie is not someone to mess with and the squad and truck are called to a serious high rise fire inside a 20-story downtown office building.
Directing: Holly Dale · Writing: Michael Gilvary · Starring: Daisy Betts, Jake Weary, Jeff Hephner, Sophia Bush
2x16 A Rocket Blasting Off
Mar 11, 2014 · 43 min · ★ 7.8
Lt. Severide hits the top of the list as Det. Lindsay starts calling in suspects with the clearest motives to make the guy who kidnapped Katie disappear. Meanwhile, Jones is still having trouble fitting in as word of her disruptions reach the fire department’s headquarters. Elsewhere, Herrmann celebrates his twentieth anniversary with his wife, but no one supports his idea on the gift he intends to give.
Directing: Sanford Bookstaver · Writing: Hilly Hicks Jr., Matt Olmstead · Starring: Daisy Betts, Jeff Hephner, Geno Walker, Jason Beghe
2x17 When Things Got Rough
Mar 18, 2014 · 43 min · ★ 7.9
Lt. Severide is reminded of his own past by a man he saves from a car accident and feels compelled to help him. Elsewhere, Lt. Casey and Chief Boden grapple with how to dock Jones per her father’s orders. Meanwhile, Mouch and Dawson have troubles with the opposite sex and an emotional call to duty creates ripples throughout Firehouse 51.
Directing: Jann Turner · Writing: Andrea Newman · Starring: Daisy Betts, Scott Jaeck, W. Earl Brown, Randy Flagler
2x18 Until Your Feet Leave the Ground
Apr 8, 2014 · 42 min · ★ 7.9
Lt. Severide sticks his neck out for Dave Bloom, a fellow firefighter from Denver who is troubled by addiction. Elsewhere, Dawson and Shay leave town for a "girl's weekend" at a cabin in the woods. Meanwhile Jones struggles with the knowledge that her father is pressuring Chief Boden about her career path and Mouch's internet dating profile gets an upgrade with the help of Mills and the guys.
Directing: Michael Slovis · Writing: Matt Olmstead, Mick Betancourt · Starring: David Pasquesi, Daisy Betts, W. Earl Brown, Amy Morton
2x19 A Heavy Weight
Apr 15, 2014 · 43 min · ★ 8.3
A suicide note is delivered to a surprised Dawson and Lt. Severide digs deeper into Bloom’s dark past. Elsewhere, Chief Boden learns shocking news, and with the help of Shay, Lt. Casey goes on the search for a life-changing item.
Directed by: Reza Tabrizi · Written by: Michael Gilvary · Starring: W. Earl Brown, Jeff Hephner, Gordon Clapp, Melissa Ponzio
2x20 A Dark Day (I)
Apr 29, 2014 · 42 min · ★ 8.6
Lt. Casey and Dawson volunteer to help at a charity run at Chicago Medical when a massive explosion sends Chicago into chaos. With one of their own missing in the blast, the firehouse is tested like never before.The crossover continues on Chicago P.D. S01E12 8:30 PM (II)
Directed by: Joe Chappelle · Written by: Derek Haas, Michael Brandt · Starring: Christine Evangelista, Sammy Sheik, Francis Guinan, Jesse Lee Soffer
2x21 One More Shot
May 6, 2014 · 42 min · ★ 8.1
With everyone’s support, Dawson makes final preparations to retake the fireman’s exam, but a call to the field may throw a major wrench into her plans. Elsewhere, Lt. Casey has an important matter to discuss with Antonio. Meanwhile, Lt. Severide and the firehouse welcome Rick Newhouse , the latest addition to the squad, Shay gets an uninvited surprise guest and Chief Boden makes a bold move.
Directing: Jean de Segonzac · Writing: Andrea Newman · Starring: Kenny Johnson, Edwin Hodge, Vedette Lim, Jon Seda
2x22 Real Never Waits Season Finale
May 13, 2014 · 42 min · ★ 8.5
A fire at a boarding school leaves Lt. Severide shaken and wondering if he could have done more. Meanwhile, with the firehouse in full support of Dawson as she retakes the fireman’s exam, Lt. Casey attempts some political maneuverings on her behalf. Elsewhere, Mills looks for answers about his father’s mysterious past and Chief Boden’s grand plans take a detour.
Directed by: Michael Brandt · Written by: Derek Haas, Michael Brandt · Starring: Kenny Johnson, Edwin Hodge, Vedette Lim, Sophia Bush