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Chicago Fire | Season 1 | Episode 5 “Hanging On” recap




In this gripping episode of Chicago Fire, tensions reach a boiling point as Captain Matthew Casey (Jesse Spencer) finds himself at odds with Detective Hank Voight (Jason Beghe) over the damage inflicted on his car and his girlfriend’s car. Frustrated and angry, Casey storms into the police station to confront Voight directly. With unwavering determination, he warns Voight to leave him alone and makes it clear that he will not retract anything in his report, setting the stage for a heated rivalry between the firehouse and the police department.

Meanwhile, the fire unit responds to a distress call that leads them to a gruesome scene—a man has his arm stuck in a meat grinder. The situation is dire, and the firefighters have no choice but to dismantle the entire unit piece by piece to free the man’s arm. It’s a tense and delicate operation, highlighting the team’s skill and bravery under pressure.

Gabriela “Gabby” Dawson (Monica Raymund) and Leslie Shay (Lauren German) rush the injured man to the hospital, where they encounter Dr. Hallie Thomas (Teri Reeves). While at the hospital, Casey informs Hallie about his confrontation with Voight at the Chicago Police Department, causing concern among the team for his safety and the escalating conflict.

Elsewhere, Christopher Herrmann (David Eigenberg) embarks on a new entrepreneurial venture, inspired by a friend’s Facebook post about making a fortune selling specialty drinks. Hermann’s enthusiasm is contagious, and he eagerly shares his plans with his colleagues, adding a touch of humor to the otherwise tense episode.

Back at the firehouse, Gabby receives a written reprimand for performing an unauthorized medical procedure on a young girl during a previous emergency. The reprimand weighs heavily on her, but it also fuels her determination to prove herself and fight for what she believes is right.

The chief of police contacts Battalion Chief Wallace Boden (Eamonn Walker) to discuss Casey’s visit to the police department. The chief expresses concern over Casey’s actions but admits there’s no concrete evidence linking Voight to any wrongdoing. Detective Antonio Dawson (Jon Seda) offers his assistance, pledging to help investigate the claims and keep Casey out of harm’s way.


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During a daring rescue mission, Lieutenant Kelly Severide (Taylor Kinney) aggravates an existing shoulder injury, raising concerns among his colleagues about his ability to continue performing his duties. Despite the pain, Severide tries to push through, but his stubbornness could jeopardize both his health and his career.

On his way home from work, Casey is ambushed and brutally beaten by gang members, a clear message from Voight to back off. Casey ends up back in the hospital, where Hallie tends to his injuries. The firehouse crew rallies around him, showing their support and solidarity during this challenging time.

Antonio questions Casey about the attack, but sensing his frustration and exhaustion, he decides to give Casey some space to process everything. The situation becomes increasingly volatile, and Boden orders the rest of the unit to refrain from taking any actions that could escalate the conflict further.

As Gabby and Shay respond to another emergency, they encounter a friend of the victim who is visibly high and increasingly agitated. Gabby demands to know what substances he’s on, but her questioning only angers him further. In a tense standoff, Gabby asserts her authority, kicking him out of the ambulance when he tries to force his way inside.

Meanwhile, Boden meets with a contact willing to help bring Voight down by having someone wear a wire to gather incriminating evidence. The stakes are high, and the plan is risky, but Boden is determined to protect his team and bring justice to those responsible for the violence.

In a bold move, Voight pulls Hallie over while she’s driving and delivers a thinly veiled threat, urging her to convince Casey to reconsider his actions. The encounter leaves Hallie shaken but resolute in her support for Casey.

Mouch (Christian Stolte) informs Gabby that she will have to attend a hearing regarding her unauthorized medical procedure, adding to the mounting pressure she faces both personally and professionally.

Despite Hallie’s warnings and the dangers involved, Casey decides to take matters into his own hands to deal with Voight. Just as tensions reach a breaking point, Boden arrives in the nick of time to prevent Casey from making a rash decision that could have devastating consequences. Boden’s intervention underscores the importance of teamwork and strategy in the face of adversity, setting the stage for an explosive showdown in the episodes to come.

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