If you loved
Chicago P.D.
Dick Wolf · Series · 2014
If Chicago P.D. hooked you, it is because you crave stories where the line between justice and corruption disappears under intense pressure.
Start with the source
The source
Chicago Fire
Derek Haas · Series · 2012
Adaptation
Chicago Med
Dick Wolf · Series · 2015
Books on the same thread
NYPD Red 2
James Patterson, Marshall Karp · Book · 2014
Shares 2 threads with Chicago P.D.: Urban Crime, Police Procedural.
Fans of Chicago P.D. will appreciate the high-stakes partner dynamics and the relentless pursuit of criminals within an elite task force that mirrors the intensity of District 21.
The Black Book
James Patterson, David Ellis · Book · 2017
Shares a thread with Chicago P.D.: Police Procedural.
Much like Chicago P.D., this story centers on the dark consequences of a corrupt police force, trapping detectives in a web of missing evidence and systemic danger in Chicago.
The Drop
Michael Connelly · Book · 2011
Explores: Institutional Corruption, Cold Case Investigation, Forensic Science Errors.
If the institutional rot in Chicago P.D. kept you watching, you will find this investigation into police politics and compromised evidence a gripping exploration of moral decay.
Homicide
David Simon · Book · 2007
Shares 2 threads with Chicago P.D.: Moral Ambiguity, Police Procedural.
Those drawn to the gritty, realistic look at urban crime in Chicago P.D. will recognize the same systemic corruption and moral ambiguity in this definitive account of homicide investigation.
Films on the same thread
21 Bridges
Brian Kirk · Film · 2019
Shares 3 threads with Chicago P.D.: Moral ambiguity, Corruption, Police procedural.
This film captures the same sense of moral ambiguity found in Chicago P.D., forcing an embattled detective to navigate a massive conspiracy while hunting for cop killers.
The Trial of the Chicago 7
Aaron Sorkin · Film · 2020
Explores: Civil Disobedience, Government Overreach, Social Justice.
The tension between justice and government overreach in this film will resonate with anyone who enjoyed watching the Intelligence Unit battle systemic obstacles in Chicago P.D.
The Departed
Martin Scorsese · Film · 2006
Shares a thread with Chicago P.D.: Moral Ambiguity.
The deep-seated betrayal and moral ambiguity that defined the undercover operations in Chicago P.D. are pushed to the limit in this intense game of cat and mouse.
Training Day
Antoine Fuqua · Film · 2001
Shares 3 threads with Chicago P.D.: Corruption, Moral Ambiguity, Police Procedural.
The dangerous mentorship and corruption that threaten the integrity of the department in Chicago P.D. are explored here through the lens of a rookie encountering a rogue detective.
Podcasts on the same thread
Small Town Murder
James Pietragallo, Jimmie Whisman · Podcast · 2026
Explores: provincial life, tragic irony, forensic breakdown.
If you enjoy the forensic focus and urban crime analysis of Chicago P.D., this podcast offers a detailed, though uniquely comedic, breakdown of the darker side of criminal investigations.
Crime in Sports
James Pietragallo, Jimmie Whisman · Podcast · 2026
Explores: athlete misconduct, legal absurdity, scandalous behavior.
While lighter in tone, the investigative rigor and focus on legal absurdity will satisfy fans who appreciate the procedural elements that keep Chicago P.D. grounded in reality.
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Common questions
Is Chicago P.D. connected to Chicago Fire and Chicago Med?
Yes, Chicago P.D. is part of a shared universe with Chicago Fire and Chicago Med. All three shows were created by Dick Wolf and focus on the emergency services operating within the city of Chicago.
What order should I watch Chicago P.D., Chicago Fire, and Chicago Med?
Chicago Fire premiered in 2012, followed by Chicago P.D. in 2014 and Chicago Med in 2015. Watching them in their original broadcast order allows you to follow the cross-over events and character developments as they were intended to be experienced.
Is Chicago P.D. focused on the entire police department?
Chicago P.D. focuses specifically on the personnel of District 21. The show highlights two distinct groups, which are the uniformed officers who patrol the streets and the specialized Intelligence Unit that handles major offenses like organized crime and drug trafficking.
How long has Chicago P.D. been on television?
Chicago P.D. began airing in 2014. Created by Dick Wolf, the show continues to document the daily challenges faced by the men and women of District 21 as they work to protect their community from various street crimes and major offenses.