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Chicago Med
Season 9
Showrunners
No. of episodes13
Release
Original networkNBC
Original releaseJanuary 17 (2024-01-17) –
May 22, 2024 (2024-05-22)
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The ninth season of Chicago Med, an American medical drama television series with executive producer Dick Wolf, and producers Michael Brandt, Derek Haas, Peter Jankowski, Andrew Schneider and Diane Frolov, was ordered on April 10, 2023, by NBC.[1] The season premiered on January 17, 2024 and concluded on May 22, 2024.[2] The season contained 13 episodes.[3] The season was affected by strikes undertaken by the Writers Guild of America (which began on May 2 and ended on September 27)[4] and SAG-AFTRA (which began on July 14 and ended on November 9).

Cast

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Main characters

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  • Marlyne Barrett as Maggie Lockwood (formerly Campbell), RN, ED Charge Nurse
  • S. Epatha Merkerson as Sharon Goodwin, Executive Director of Patient and Medical Services
  • Oliver Platt as Dr. Daniel Charles, Chief of Psychiatry
  • Dominic Rains as Dr. Crockett Marcel, Attending Physician in General Surgery
  • Steven Weber as Dr. Dean Archer, Attending Physician and Board certified in Trauma Surgery
  • Jessy Schram as Dr. Hannah Asher, Attending Physician and Board certified in OBGYN
  • Luke Mitchell as Dr. Mitchell Ripley, Attending Physician in Emergency Medicine

Recurring characters

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  • Brennan Brown as Dr. Samuel Abrams, Chief of Neurosurgery
  • Luigi Sottile as Sean Archer, Dr. Archer's son
  • Lorena Diaz as Nurse Doris, Emergency Nurse
  • Sophia Ali as Dr. Zola Ahmad, Third Year Resident in Emergency Medicine
  • Conor Perkins as Dr. Zach Hudgins, First Year Resident in Emergency Medicine

Episodes

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Main article: List of Chicago Med episodes
No.
overall		No. in
season		TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air dateProd.
code		U.S. viewers
(millions)
1641"Row, Row, Row Your Boat On a Rocky Sea"Anna DokozaDiane Frolov & Andrew SchneiderJanuary 17, 2024 (2024-01-17)9016.93[5]
Dr. Charles has his suspicions when the E.D. welcomes its newest member, Dr. Ripley. The hospital is put on high alert when a multi-car pile up results in a flood of patients. Meanwhile, Dr. Archer begins to have doubts about his kidney transplant.
1652"This Town Ain't Big Enough for Both of Us"Tess MaloneTeleplay by : Stephen Hootstein
Story by : Stephen Hootstein & Danny Weiss		January 24, 2024 (2024-01-24)9026.61[6]
On the day of his kidney transplant, Dr. Archer deals with his ex-wife, who is trying to put a stop to the procedure. Dr. Marcel has his hands full with the new first-year resident Dr. Ahmad, who is already beginning to break hospital protocol. Meanwhile, Dr. Charles goes the extra mile to mend his friendship with Dr. Ripley.
1663"What Happens in the Dark Always Comes to Light"Anthony NardolilloMeridith FriedmanJanuary 31, 2024 (2024-01-31)9036.62[7]
Dr. Ahmed asks for Dr. Marcel's advice when she begins to fight with a patient's insurance company, as it refuses to pay for surgery that the patient needs and will die without. Meanwhile, Dr. Charles tends to a patient who lies about an injury in order for her husband to be admitted for a possible suicide attempt. Sharon begins to have doubts about making her new relationship public. Also, Dr. Asher deals with the consequences of a one night stand.
1674"These Are Not the Droids You Are Looking For"Sharon LewisEli TalbertFebruary 7, 2024 (2024-02-07)9046.45[8]
After recovering from his kidney transplant, Dr. Archer deals with the result of Dr. Ahmed's impulsive actions and with a patient who has a hereditary heart condition. Meanwhile, Sharon learns that her grandson has been rushed to the ED after a fall. Dr. Ahmed and Maggie treat a patient who is on a cross country adventure. Also, Dr. Asher helps a person whom she met in the ED with a medical condition.
1685"I Make a Promise, I Will Never Leave You"Anna DokozaDiane Frolov & Andrew SchneiderFebruary 21, 2024 (2024-02-21)9056.30[9]
Dr. Archer deals with a patient who is one of his son Sean's peers from the rehab center where Sean works. Meanwhile, Sharon asks for Dr. Charles' advice to get her ex-husband Bert tested to see what is wrong with him. Also, Dr. Asher tends to a patient who has been improperly treated for a miscarriage following restrictive changes in the reproductive care laws in her state.
1696"I Told Myself That I Was Done With You"Michael PressmanGabriel L. Feinberg & Ryan Michael JohnsonFebruary 28, 2024 (2024-02-28)9066.37[10]
Dr. Marcel and Dr. Ahmed have a disagreement when treating a patient with a blood clot. Dr. Archer and Maggie deal with a child patient's mother while treating an ulcer. Dr. Ripley tends to a patient from his past. Meanwhile, Sharon learns Bert's test results.
1707"Step on a Crack and Break Your Mother's Back"Gonzalo AmatDanny Weiss & Lily DahlMarch 20, 2024 (2024-03-20)9076.32[11]
Dr. Charles and Dr. Ripley tend to a patient who has a severe case of OCD. Dr. Marcel and Dr. Washington have a disagreement over whether to treat a patient with radiation or surgery when the patient's cancer returns. Meanwhile, Dr. Archer and Dr. Asher deal with a patient who has a foreign object in her heart.
1718"A Penny for Your Thoughts, Dollar for Your Dreams"Joanna KernsTeleplay by : Stephen Hootstein
Story by : Stephen Hootstein & Eli Jarmel		March 27, 2024 (2024-03-27)9086.03[12]
Dr. Archer, Dr. Asher, and Dr. Charles deal with a pregnant patient's husband who claims to have the ability to telepathically communicate with the unborn child. Dr. Ahmad and Dr. Marcel tend to a patient who has been on a lung transplant waitlist for three years. Soon after, a criminal comes into the ED who might be a match for the patient. Dr. Charles asks Dr. Ripley to help his girlfriend's brother who presents with a dislocated shoulder.
1729"Spin A Yarn, Get Stuck In Your Own String"Anna DokozaTeleplay by : Meridith Friedman
Story by : Meridith Friedman & Ashley Bower		April 3, 2024 (2024-04-03)9096.36[13]
Dr. Ripley and Dr. Charles deal with a patient who is a member of a cult that refuses treatment from a car accident while the former faces an impending lawsuit for malpractice. Dr. Asher and Dr. Archer are put in an uncomfortable position when an infant patient, Dr. Abrams' child, suffers from a serious fracture. Meanwhile, Dr. Marcel begins to lash out at his fellow residents following Dr. Ahmed's suspension. Also, Sharon contemplates letting her family meet Dr. Washington.
17310"You Might Just Find You Get What You Need"Bethany RooneyEli TalbertMay 1, 2024 (2024-05-01)9105.61[14]
After transferring a heart to another hospital, Maggie and Dr. Loren's helicopter is forced to make an emergency landing in the middle of nowhere, causing Dr. Loren to suffer an internal injury. Meanwhile, Dr. Charles looks into a patient's wife, who is suspected of a suicide attempt via jumping out of a window. Dr. Archer tends to a patient who is under the influence of PCP. Also, Dr. Asher treats a patient with a respiratory issue.
17411"I Think There is Something You're Not Telling Me"Brian TeeGabriel L. Feinberg & Ryan Michael JohnsonMay 8, 2024 (2024-05-08)9115.65[15]
Dr. Ripley has his plate full, between dealing with a lawsuit deposition against Dr. Charles' girlfriend's brother and trying to keep his old friend's cancer diagnosis from his girlfriend, who has been rushed into the ED with pregnancy complications. Meanwhile, Dr. Charles and a new med student tend to a patient who has undiagnosed bipolar disorder. Also, Dr. Loren works with Dr. Archer to try to earn the trauma surgeon fellowship.
17512"Get By With a Little Help From My Friends"Jonathan BrownDanny Weiss & Lily DahlMay 15, 2024 (2024-05-15)9125.49[16]
Dr. Marcel must make a decision when a scheduled liver transplant is postponed because the child recipient has an undiagnosed toe infection. Dr. Asher is forced to deliver a baby at 29 weeks. Meanwhile, Dr. Charles and Maggie are worried for a burn unit nurse when the latter discovers cut marks on her arms. Sharon tries to decide what to do for her ex-husband Bert's wellbeing and scolds Dr. Archer for coming down too hard on the new student doctors.
17613"I Think I Know You, but Do I Really?"Anna DokozaDiane Frolov & Andrew SchneiderMay 22, 2024 (2024-05-22)9135.49[17]
Dr. Charles and Dr. Ripley treat a prisoner patient who has undiagnosed dementia. Dr. Asher tends to a pregnant woman with a leg injury. Dr. Archer clashes with Sean when one of the latter's sponsors falls off the wagon. Meanwhile, Sharon considers a difficult decision for Bert. Also, Dr. Marcel deals with the fallout of his child patient not receiving the liver transplant.

Production

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Casting

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On November 29, 2023, it was announced that Luke Mitchell would join the series in a recurring role with the potential to be expanded to a series regular.[18]

Filming

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It was announced on March 8, 2024, that former cast member Brian Tee would return to direct the eleventh episode of the season.[19]

Ratings

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Viewership and ratings per episode of Chicago Med season 9
No. Title Air date Rating
(18–49)		 Viewers
(millions)		 DVR
(18–49)		 DVR viewers
(millions)		 Total
(18–49)		 Total viewers
(millions)
1 "Row Row Row Your Boat on a Rocky Sea" January 17, 2024 0.6 6.93[5] TBD TBD TBD TBD
2 "This Town Ain't Big Enough for Both of Us" January 24, 2024 0.6 6.61[6] TBD TBD TBD TBD
3 "What Happens in the Dark Always Comes to Light" January 31, 2024 0.5 6.62[7] TBD TBD TBD TBD
4 "These Are Not the Droids You Are Looking For" February 7, 2024 0.5 6.45[8] TBD TBD TBD TBD
5 "I Make a Promise, I Will Never Leave You" February 21, 2024 0.5 6.88[9] TBD TBD TBD TBD
6 "I Told Myself That I Was Done With You" February 28, 2024 0.5 6.37[10] TBD TBD TBD TBD
7 "Step on a Crack and Break Your Mother's Back" March 20, 2024 0.5 6.32[11] 0.2 1.99 0.7 8.31[11]
8 "A Penny for Your Thoughts, Dollar for Your Dreams" March 27, 2024 0.4 6.03[12] 0.2 1.97 0.6 8.00[12]
9 "Spin A Yarn, Get Stuck In Your Own String" April 3, 2024 0.5 6.36[13] 0.2 1.98 0.7 8.34[13]
10 "You Might Just Find You Get What You Need" May 1, 2024 0.4 5.61[14] 0.2 1.82 0.6 7.43[14]
11 "I Think There is Something Your Not Telling Me" May 8, 2024 0.4 5.65[15] 0.2 1.91 0.6 7.41[15]
12 "Get By With a Little Help From My Friends" May 15, 2024 0.4 5.49[16] 0.2 1.77 0.6 7.26[16]
13 "I Think I Know You, but Do I Really?" May 22, 2024 0.4 5.49[17] TBD TBD TBD TBD

References

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  1. ^ Cordero, Rosy (April 10, 2023). "NBC Renews All Six Dick Wolf Series Including One Chicago Franchise & Law & Order Trio". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on September 6, 2023. Retrieved April 10, 2023.
  2. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (November 20, 2023). "NBC Midseason Premiere Dates: One Chicago & Law & Order Dramas Set January Return, Comedies Get December Start". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on November 20, 2023. Retrieved November 20, 2023.
  3. ^ "Shows A-Z – Chicago Med on NBC". The Futon Critic. Retrieved May 6, 2024.
  4. ^ Littleton, Cynthia; Aurthur, Kate; Donnelly, Matt; Maddaus, Gene (September 25, 2023). "Deal! WGA, AMPTP Reach Historic Contract Agreement to End 146-Day Writers Strike: 'This Deal Is Exceptional'". Variety. Retrieved September 25, 2023.
  5. ^ a b Pucci, Douglas (January 18, 2024). "Wednesday Ratings: NBC Easily Tops Prime Time with Return of Dick Wolf's Chicago Dramas". Programming Insider. Archived from the original on January 19, 2024. Retrieved January 19, 2024.
  6. ^ a b Pucci, Douglas (January 25, 2024). "Wednesday Ratings: NBC on Top with Chicago Trio, ABC's NBA Among 18-34 Leaders". Programming Insider. Archived from the original on January 25, 2024. Retrieved January 25, 2024.
  7. ^ a b Pucci, Douglas (February 1, 2024). "Wednesday Ratings: NBC Tops in All Key Prime Time Figures". Programming Insider. Archived from the original on February 1, 2024. Retrieved February 1, 2024.
  8. ^ a b Pucci, Douglas (February 8, 2024). "Wednesday Ratings: Abbott Elementary Season Premiere on ABC Tops Its Hour Among Adults 18-49 and 18-34". Programming Insider. Archived from the original on February 9, 2024. Retrieved February 9, 2024.
  9. ^ a b Pucci, Douglas (February 23, 2024). "Wednesday Ratings: The Challenge Crowns New Champion in 39th Season Finale on MTV". Programming Insider. Archived from the original on February 23, 2024. Retrieved February 23, 2024.
  10. ^ a b Pucci, Douglas (February 29, 2024). "Wednesday Ratings: Survivor 46th Season Premiere Helps CBS to Key Demos Victory". Programming Insider. Archived from the original on February 29, 2024. Retrieved February 29, 2024.
  11. ^ a b c Pucci, Douglas (March 21, 2024). "Wednesday Ratings: truTV Among Key Demo Leaders with March Madness 'First Four' Action". Programming Insider. Archived from the original on March 21, 2024. Retrieved March 21, 2024.
  12. ^ a b c Pucci, Douglas (March 28, 2024). "Wednesday Ratings: NBC and CBS Share Prime Time Leadership". Programming Insider. Archived from the original on March 28, 2024. Retrieved March 28, 2024.
  13. ^ a b c Douglas Pucci (April 4, 2024). "Wednesday Ratings: 'Walker' Fourth Season Premiere on CW Slips Slightly from its Prior Season". Programming Insider. Archived from the original on April 4, 2024. Retrieved April 4, 2024.
  14. ^ a b c Pucci, Douglas (May 2, 2024). "Wednesday Ratings: 'Jeopardy! Masters' Slips from Inaugural Season but Boosts 'Abbott Elementary' and the Night for ABC". Programming Insider. Retrieved May 2, 2024.
  15. ^ a b c Pucci, Douglas (May 9, 2024). "Wednesday Ratings: 'Abbott Elementary' on ABC Builds Upon 'Jeopardy! Masters' Hour in 18-49". Programming Insider. Retrieved May 9, 2024.
  16. ^ a b c Pucci, Douglas (May 16, 2024). "Wednesday Ratings: 'The Amazing Race' on CBS Scores Second-Best Performance of Season with 36th Finale". Programming Insider. Retrieved May 16, 2024.
  17. ^ a b Pucci, Douglas (May 23, 2024). "Wednesday Ratings: 'Jeopardy! Masters' on ABC Rises to Best Season Two Figures with Finale". Programming Insider. Retrieved May 23, 2024.
  18. ^ Cordero, Rosy (November 29, 2023). "Chicago Med Adds Blindspot Actor Luke Mitchell To Season 9". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on November 30, 2023. Retrieved March 11, 2024.
  19. ^ Cordero, Rosy (March 8, 2024). "Brian Tee Returning To Chicago Med For Season 9 — To Direct". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on March 9, 2024. Retrieved March 9, 2024.
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