After a fall finale that left two main characters in grave danger, Chicago P.D. Season 13 Episode 8 is set to premiere on January 7, 2026. The episode, titled “Good Old Desk,” will continue the intense storylines involving a missing girl and a rogue officer, resolving the suspense that has left fans waiting for answers.
When and Where to Watch
Chicago P.D. Season 13 Episode 8 will return to its regular time slot on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 10 PM Eastern Time (9 PM Central) on NBC. For viewers who cannot watch the episode live, it will be available for streaming on Peacock the following day, January 8. Peacock offers two main subscription plans: a $11 per month plan with ads and a $17 per month ad-free plan that includes offline downloads.
The show is currently on a hiatus following the fall finale that aired on November 12, 2025. This break is standard for the One Chicago franchise, allowing the shows to return for a continuous run of new episodes in the new year. This season is planned for a total of 21 episodes, meaning 14 episodes will remain after the show returns in January.
The Fall Finale’s Tense Cliffhangers
The fall finale, “Impulse Control,” left several critical storylines unresolved. The Intelligence Unit was investigating Raymond Bell, a man they believe is responsible for at least 12 murders. The situation became personal when his granddaughter, Julie Bell, went missing after sending a distressing text message and making a call where only her staggered breathing could be heard.
Convinced the girl was in immediate danger, Officer Eva Imani went rogue and rushed to the Bell residence. She found Julie’s broken phone but no sign of the girl herself. The episode ended with Imani trapped inside the house, discovering mysterious passageways and being shot at, leaving her fate unknown.
Simultaneously, Hank Voight is facing a personal crisis. He has been receiving creepy old photos of himself as a badly beaten child in a hospital bed. The fall finale confirmed that his blackmailer is Commander Devlin, a man who clearly knows how to psychologically torment Voight. With both a missing child and a personal threat, Voight’s control is being severely tested.
What to Expect in Episode 8
Episode 8, “Good Old Desk,” will immediately address the cliffhangers from the fall finale. The primary focus will be the search for the missing Julie Bell and the rescue of Officer Imani. Previews suggest that the Intelligence Unit will pull out all the stops to find Julie before she becomes another one of Raymond Bell’s victims.
The episode will also delve deeper into Raymond Bell’s disturbing history, with the team likely uncovering more layers to his crimes. Furthermore, Officer Eva Imani’s character is expected to get more development as she finds herself in a perilous situation that could define her role within the unit. The episode promises high-stakes action, tense standoffs, and the personal drama that the series is known for.
The Broader Season and Cast
Season 13 of Chicago P.D. continues to follow the Intelligence Unit as they tackle Chicago’s most violent crimes while navigating their own internal conflicts and alliances. The core cast, including Jason Beghe as Voight and Marina Squerciati as Burgess, returns. The season has also seen the introduction of Arienne Mandi as Officer Eva Imani and the departure of Toya Turner.
The show remains a key part of NBC’s One Chicago universe, airing on Wednesday nights alongside Chicago Fire and Chicago Med. All three shows are on a simultaneous break and will return with new episodes on the same night in January 2026.
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