The penultimate episode of Chicago PD Season 13 arrives next week with Officer Eva Imani at the center of a deeply personal case. “The Lost Years” follows Imani as a fresh lead pulls her back into the unsolved disappearance of her sister, forcing her to confront buried emotions just before the season finale.
NBC is racing toward the end of its One Chicago programming block. Chicago PD Season 13 Episode 20, titled “The Lost Years,” will air on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 10:00 PM Eastern Time. This is the second-to-last episode of the season, with the finale scheduled for the following week.
When And Where To Watch Chicago PD Season 13 Episode 20
The episode airs exclusively on NBC for viewers in the United States. The network has scheduled a full night of new episodes across all three Chicago shows. Chicago Med Season 11 Episode 20 starts at 8/7c, Chicago Fire Season 14 Episode 20 follows at 9/8c, and Chicago PD closes the night at its regular 10/9c timeslot.
For those who cannot watch live, Peacock streams new episodes the day after they air on NBC. Subscribers can access “The Lost Years” starting Thursday, May 7, 2026, on the streaming platform.
International viewers have different options. In Canada, the episode airs on City TV at the same time as the NBC broadcast. UK audiences can watch on Sky Witness and Binge, though episodes typically become available on Friday, May 8. In India and Australia, the episode arrives on May 7 through local streaming partners and Binge.
What Happens In Episode 20 “The Lost Years”
The official logline for “The Lost Years” places Officer Eva Imani front and center. Imani struggles to keep her emotions under control when detectives uncover a new lead connected to her sister’s disappearance. The case brings back painful memories she has tried to suppress, forcing her to face the trauma of losing a family member.
Arienne Mandi, who joined the cast this season as Officer Eva Imani, takes on a heavier dramatic role in this episode. Imani came to the Intelligence Unit from the ATF, and her background has slowly been revealed throughout Season 13. This episode digs deeper into her past and the personal tragedy that drives her.
The case also impacts the rest of the team. Sergeant Hank Voigt (Jason Beghe) and the Intelligence Unit rally around their new member while working the investigation. The episode airs just one week before the Season 13 finale on May 13, 2026.
What To Know Before Watching Episode 20
Episode 19, titled “Going Back,” airs on April 29, 2026. That episode focuses on Adam Ruzek (Patrick John Flueger), who finds a mysterious VHS tape among his late father’s belongings. The tape leads Ruzek and the team into a cold case with unexpected consequences. Events from Episode 19 likely carry over to “The Lost Years.”
NBC has confirmed a Season 14 renewal for Chicago PD, so fans do not need to worry about the show ending. The final two episodes of Season 13 are expected to set up storylines for next season while closing out current arcs.
Main cast members appearing in Episode 20 include:
- Jason Beghe as Sergeant Hank Voight
- Marina Squerciati as Detective Kim Burgess
- Patrick John Flueger as Officer Adam Ruzek
- LaRoyce Hawkins as Officer Kevin Atwater
- Benjamin Levy Aguilar as Officer Dante Torres
- Amy Morton as Sergeant Trudy Platt
- Arienne Mandi as Officer Eva Imani
Each episode of Chicago PD runs approximately 43 minutes, and “The Lost Years” carries a TV-14 rating.
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How Many Episodes Are Left In Season 13
Season 13 contains 21 total episodes. After “The Lost Years” airs on May 6, only one episode remains. The season finale, Episode 21, will broadcast on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at the same 10/9c timeslot on NBC.
The shortened remaining run means each episode carries extra weight. The Intelligence Unit faces two major cases to close out the season: Imani’s missing sister investigation and whatever threat emerges in the finale.
Fans who miss episodes live can catch up through Peacock, Hulu + Live TV, YouTube TV, and other services that carry NBC. Most streaming platforms offer next-day access to new episodes.
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