I don't understand why there has been so little hype for Chicago Fire. This show is fantastic. Currently it is the only show I regularly keep up with! So here are a dozen reasons you should catch up on this show before the first season ends on May 15, 2013:
1. It takes place in Chicago (my hometown)!! They actually film on location in Chicago, and the actors have been doing ride-alongs with real Chicago firefighters to get a feel for what the job is actually like.
2. It's produced by Dick Wolf. Ever heard of Law & Order? This guy does his research, and he's clearly worked hard to make Chicago Fire as realistic a show as possible. It's not only an accurate depiction of the daily goings-on in a CFD firehouse; it is also made up of the most delightful characters.
3. You will never be able to decide who your favorite character is. You will fall in love with all of them. From stubborn hothead Severite (played by Lady Gaga's boyfriend, Taylor Kinney) to baby-faced candidate Peter Mills, the group has an eclectic range of personalities. Some clash, but overall they all (miraculously at times) fit together into a family.
4. Eamonn Walker. I just found out today that he is actually British! You would never know it; he fakes a Chicago accent like a pro, and his character, Chief Boden, is one of the most badass individuals I've ever seen. He lays down the law, but is secretly a Papa Bear to the rest of the firehouse. He loves Halloween.
5. Speaking of foreigners, the dashing Lieutenant Casey is played by Australian actor (and singer) Jesse Spencer.
6. The show's two female leads (Dawson and Shay) pack a punch. The house paramedics, their job is just as intense and leads to a slew of edge-of-your-seat close calls.
7. Atli Örvarsson does the score. If you've ever seen the film Vantage Point or are a fan of Hans Zimmer (Örvarsson is part of Zimmer's production company), you'll appreciate the quality of this Icelandic composer's work.
8. Peter Mills, Dawson, and Lt. Casey. This love triangle will keep you guessing for the entire season.
9. They have a firehouse dog! Her name is "Pouch."
Last night's episode, "A Coffin That Small," was their best episode yet. It will make you bawl your eyes out, but it's truly worth it. Don't watch this episode without watching the preceding 18 episodes though! ;D They're only on season one, so it's not too late to catch up! All the episodes so far can be found on HuluPlus. Or catch new episodes Wednesdays at 10/9c on NBC.
