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‘Chicago Fire’ Shocker: Dermot Mulroney Exits Season 15 Early
Dermot Mulroney Is Leaving Chicago Fire: What You Need to Know
Breaking News Alert
The actor who plays Chief Dom Pascal will wrap up his storyline early in the upcoming 15th season. Here’s the full scoop in plain English.
Who Is Dermot Mulroney on Chicago Fire?
Think of Chicago Fire like a long-running team show about firefighters. Dermot Mulroney joined the crew in Season 13 as Chief Dom Pascal — the new boss of Firehouse 51.
- He stepped in after Eamonn Walker (who played Chief Wallace Boden) left after 12 seasons.
- Mulroney was a series regular, meaning he appeared in most episodes.
What Happened in Season 14?
Things got a little bumpy for Mulroney’s character:
| Event | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Hiatus in late Season 14 | Mulroney took a break from filming for the second half of the season. |
| Returned for the finale | He came back for the big season-ending episode. |
| Big cliffhanger! | Chief Pascal and Severide (Taylor Kinney) were talking about Severide’s next job — stay as Firehouse 51 Chief or move to Fire Investigation? Then — BOOM — emergency call! |
| Warehouse fire + collapsing roof | The team rushes in. Pascal stays outside helping, but things look very dangerous. |
Important Point
The Season 14 finale ended on a life-or-death cliffhanger. Season 15 (premiering October 7 at 9 p.m. ET) will show what happens next.
Why Is Mulroney Leaving?
The exact reason hasn’t been officially confirmed, but here’s what we know:
- He’s busy elsewhere: Mulroney also stars in Netflix’s The Hunting Wives as Jed Banks.
- Season 2 just wrapped, and a writers’ room is already working on Season 3.
- If Netflix greenlights it, filming could start this fall — right when Chicago Fire Season 15 begins.
Simple Explanation:
Actors often juggle multiple shows. If two shows film at the same time, something has to give. It looks like The Hunting Wives may have won the schedule battle.
Big Changes Behind the Scenes Too
It’s not just the cast — the showrunner (the person in charge of the whole show) is changing:
- Andrea Newman — been with the show all 14 seasons, showrunner for the last 3 — is leaving.
- Victor Teran — a longtime writer/producer on the show — is stepping up as the new showrunner for Season 15.
What’s a Showrunner?
Think of them like the head coach + head writer combined. They make the big creative decisions.
Who Else Is Leaving? Who’s Staying? Who’s New?
Leaving Early in Season 15
- Dermot Mulroney (Chief Dom Pascal)
- Joe Miñoso (played Cruz since Season 1 — original cast member!)
Staying Put (Signed New Deals)
- Taylor Kinney (Severide)
- Miranda Rae Mayo (Stella Kidd)
Also Returning
- Hanako Greensmith
- Jocelyn Hudon
- Brandon Larracuente
New Face Joining Firehouse 51
- Da’Vinchi (from BMF) as Marcus Burke
- A firefighter candidate (rookie)
- Described as: roguish, funny, wry sense of humor, a little defiant
What This Means for Season 15
Here’s a quick rundown of what to expect:
- Fallout from the warehouse fire — Who’s hurt? Who’s safe?
- Severide’s big decision — Firehouse Chief or Fire Investigation Chief?
- Two major exits early on — Pascal and Cruz both leaving
- New leadership — New showrunner + new rookie (Marcus Burke)
- Fresh energy — With Da’Vinchi bringing humor and attitude
Summary
- Dermot Mulroney is leaving Chicago Fire early in Season 15.
- He played Chief Dom Pascal, who replaced the legendary Chief Boden.
- Season 14 ended on a huge cliffhanger — a warehouse fire with a collapsing roof.
- Mulroney also stars in Netflix’s The Hunting Wives, which may film Season 3 this fall.
- Showrunner Andrea Newman is out; Victor Teran is in.
- Joe Miñoso (Cruz) is also leaving early in Season 15.
- Taylor Kinney and Miranda Rae Mayo are staying.
- Da’Vinchi joins as a funny, defiant new rookie firefighter.
- Season 15 premieres October 7 at 9 p.m. ET on NBC.
FAQ
Will Chief Pascal die in the Season 15 premiere?
We don’t know yet. The show loves dramatic exits — but they could also write him out another way (promotion, transfer, personal reasons). The warehouse fire puts everyone at risk.
Why is Joe Miñoso leaving after 14 seasons?
No official reason has been given. Sometimes actors want to try new roles after a long run. He’s been there since Episode 1.
What’s a “showrunner” again?
The boss of the writers’ room and the creative leader of the show. They decide story arcs, hire writers, and work with the network. Victor Teran has been a writer/producer on the show for years — so he knows the world well.
Who is Da’Vinchi?
He’s an actor best known for 50 Cent’s BMF (Black Mafia Family) on Starz. Now he’s joining Chicago Fire as Marcus Burke, a rookie firefighter with attitude and jokes.
When does Chicago Fire Season 15 start?
October 7, 2026 at 9 p.m. ET on NBC. Set your DVRs!
Final Thought
Chicago Fire is entering a new era — new chief, new showrunner, new rookie, and two beloved characters saying goodbye. Season 15 is shaping up to be one of the most dramatic yet. Grab your helmet — it’s going to be a wild ride.
