Chicago Fire is not currently on Paramount Plus

Chicago Fire streams on Peacock, not Paramount Plus. NBC owns both the show and Peacock, so that is where new episodes land after they air on live television. If you have a Paramount Plus subscription, you will not find Chicago Fire there, but Peacock offers it as part of most subscription tiers.

The show has moved between streaming homes before. For years it was on Netflix, but NBC pulled it to build Peacock's library. If you remember watching it somewhere else, that is why — the streaming rights changed hands when Peacock launched in 2020.

Seasons 1 through 12 are available on Peacock right now. New episodes air on NBC each fall and winter, then move to Peacock after they finish their television run. The timing varies by season, but typically happens within a few weeks of the finale.

Key Takeaways

  • Chicago Fire streams on Peacock, the NBC-owned service, not on Paramount Plus.
  • Peacock offers the show as part of its standard subscription, though some older seasons may require the ad-free tier depending on your plan.
  • New episodes air on NBC first, then move to Peacock after the season ends on television.
  • The show previously streamed on Netflix but moved to Peacock when NBC launched its own service in 2020.

How to watch Chicago Fire on Peacock

You need a Peacock account to stream Chicago Fire. Peacock offers a free tier with ads and two paid tiers: Peacock Premium ($5.99 per month with ads) and Peacock Premium Plus ($11.99 per month without ads). Chicago Fire is available on all three tiers, though the free tier may have limited access to the most recent seasons.

Sign up at peacock.com or through the Peacock app on your phone, tablet, smart TV, or streaming device. You can also access Peacock through Xfinity if you are an Xfinity customer — it comes bundled with some Xfinity packages. Once you log in, search for "Chicago Fire" and start watching from Season 1 or jump to the most recent season.

What happened to Chicago Fire on Netflix

Chicago Fire was on Netflix for years, and many people watched it there. Netflix lost the streaming rights when NBC decided to move the show to Peacock. This happened across NBC's entire catalog — shows like The Office, Parks and Recreation, and the entire Law and Order franchise all left Netflix for Peacock between 2020 and 2021.

NBC made this move to build Peacock's content library and encourage people to subscribe to its own service instead of Netflix. It is a common pattern now: networks own their shows and want to stream them on their own platforms rather than pay another company to do it. If you were a Netflix subscriber who watched Chicago Fire there, you would have needed to switch to Peacock to keep watching.

Other ways to watch Chicago Fire

If you do not want to subscribe to Peacock, you can purchase individual episodes or entire seasons through other services. Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and Vudu all sell Chicago Fire episodes and seasons. Prices vary, but typically a single episode costs $2 to $3, and a full season runs $15 to $25 depending on the seller and whether you want HD or standard definition.

You can also watch new episodes on NBC.com or the NBC app if you have a cable login. This works if your cable or satellite provider is one that NBC recognizes — most major providers are included, but some smaller regional ones are not. Check NBC.com to see if your provider is listed before you try to log in.

When new episodes air and move to Peacock

Chicago Fire airs new episodes on NBC during the fall and winter television season, typically starting in September or October and running through May. Each season has roughly 22 to 24 episodes. After the season finale airs on NBC, Peacock usually adds the full season within a few weeks, though the exact timing varies year to year.

If you want to watch new episodes as they air, you can watch live on NBC or record them with a DVR if you have cable. If you prefer to wait and binge, Peacock will have the entire season available once the television run ends. There is no set date — it depends on when NBC decides to release it to Peacock, which usually happens before the next season starts airing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I watch Chicago Fire free on Peacock?

Yes. Peacock offers a free tier with ads that includes Chicago Fire. The free tier has some limitations on newer content, but older seasons are fully available. If you want to watch without ads or have may provide access to the newest episodes, you need Peacock Premium or Premium Plus.

Is Chicago Fire still making new episodes?

Yes. Chicago Fire continues to air new seasons on NBC. Season 12 aired in 2023 and 2024, and NBC has renewed the show for additional seasons. New episodes premiere each fall on NBC and move to Peacock after the season ends.

Can I watch Chicago Fire on cable on demand?

It depends on your cable provider. Some cable companies offer NBC on-demand content to their subscribers, which may include Chicago Fire episodes. Call your provider or check their on-demand menu to see what is available. This is separate from Peacock and does not require a Peacock subscription.

Why did Chicago Fire leave Netflix?

NBC owns Chicago Fire and decided to move it to Peacock, its own streaming service, to build Peacock's library and encourage subscriptions. Networks increasingly keep their shows on their own platforms rather than licensing them to other services. This is why many shows have moved from Netflix to their network's streaming app in recent years.