‘Chicago P.D’s Season 8 Finale Is Their Version of ‘Everybody’s in the Fire at the End’
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The penultimate episode of Chicago P.D. Season 8 ended with one of Intelligence’s own, Officer Kim Burgess (Marina Squerciati), attacked while the unit and the rest of the CPD were conducting a major raid on a crime ring. But, as series star LaRoyce Hawkins (who plays Officer Kevin Atwater) warns TV Insider, she’s not the only member of the unit we need to be worried about as we head into the finale.
“Everybody’s going to be looking forward to seeing who’s still alive, who’s still around,” Hawkins says of how the finale will set up next season. (P.D. has been renewed through Season 10.) “Naturally, it feels like Burgess is in the most danger, but that might not be the case. Burgess might honestly be the safest because of the danger she was in. [Because of] the decisions made because of the way [Episode] 15 left us, you don’t know who you have to worry about.”
“It’s honestly our version of a Chicago Fire finale when everybody’s in the fire at the end of the episode,” he continues. “And you just don’t really know who’s coming out of the fire by the time we get to Season 9.”
What we do know is we should expect a somewhat divided Intelligence in “The Other Side” as everyone deals with recent events differently. “You’re going to see some people in Intelligence on one side of progress: ‘We got to keep our heads down and do the right thing.’ You’re going to see some people on the other side of progress where they say, ‘Nah, we just got to kick doors down and get it done,'” Hawkins says. “Nobody’s wrong.”
Looking ahead, Hawkins hopes for some happiness in his character’s life. (His luck with love hasn’t been the best; his only love interest is in prison.) We’ve watched how he’s navigated race and police reform this season.
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“I hope we feel like he’s done a good job. I know he’s definitely done his best,” he says. “He’s going to put the same passion, energy, and enthusiasm into how he navigates romance if he’s given an opportunity. I’m looking forward to it if that’s what’s coming because I do think that balance is necessary, especially for this character at this point. I think it’s been long enough, and we want to see how he gets through it.”
Chicago P.D., Season 8 Finale, Wednesday, 10/9c, NBC
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I’m an 82 year old grand mom and I think LaRoyce Hawkins is the sexiest man on tv.
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Yessssss love him
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I would love to see Atwater in a nice relationship with a female that's not a Police Officer. He is so sweet.
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Yes i say the same but i hope they dont bring the girl he arrested back for his love interest not a good fit
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And don't bring back that Vanessa cop either I don't like her with Kevin I rather see Kim with Kevin than Vanessa. Anyway bring back Antonio
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As a Hailey fan myself, depending on how it goes that finale, I am kissing that show goodbye and wishing them all good luck and nice life. Hailey as some sort of drama queen in all episodes with Jay was despicable writing. Can't believe I ever thought they could be PD's version of Lois&Clark.
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Not to mention we saw the romance in 3 episodes, when the season is 16. But don't lose hope just yet, maybe they'll pay it off next season.
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Appreciate the thought. I got into PD because of Hailey, she's my hero. Everything was perfect up until season 7; they threw romance in the mix and all got off tracks. So, if they're gonna keep tarnishing Jay or Hailey or their relationship, I rather hop off that train.
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I also found it odd to see such a self made woman who's overcome hell in life like Hailey having so many insecurities with a guy who's always been her anchor. Let's see next season, the 'new intelligence'.
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Just watched the season finale. WOW,,, What a great show. It kept you on the edge of your seat the whole show. Kim, (Marina), putting a dirty sock of her tormentor, to help stop the bleeding and pulling herself to the car was gut-wrenching & powerful. Loved watching Hailey"s.(Tracy), inner struggle & Ruzek's. (Patrick) performance was so good as he went thru all the emotions of scared,angry,helplessness & responsibility. Then there is Voight...terrific performance. He is so good, but BEST when he is BAD...Chicago PD is one of the best and most powerful shows on TV. I never miss an episode & even love to watch the reruns. The season finale was terrific. GREAT show... GREAT writing & GREAT acting.!!! THANK YOU for the wild ride. Looking forward to next season.
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Bring Erin back!! She was the best. And the best for Jay
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No, she's gone and Jay needs to stop going with damaged females! Erin was damaged, but I will say this, there was terrific chemistry, none with Upton!
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I would love to see Burgess and Adam back together , would like to see Hailey gone she's sleeping her way thru the dept. wish Erin and Al could come back but would not mind seeing Al's daughter Michelle come in as a new cop 🙂 would be nice if Hank had some female company and not a cop.
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Yes ! Reunite Adam and Kim. Married, another baby for them and Makayla.
Kim could be a stay home mom, but still on the show . Have them show more home life...... and give Hank a lady friend!!
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No they need to stay just friends and nothing more than that they're relationship between them was nothing but drama and hasn't been too great between them anyways and plus was also toxic between them anyways and I'm not wrong about them I I watch the show the same as everyone else and I know a bad relationship between two people when I see them, Kim wasn't too thrilled about getting back together romantically again with Adam when he asked her and about marriage she said that she wants it but not with him and now all of a sudden she wants him to be the guardian of Makala if something happens to her instead of Kevin. They have a lot of problems to sort out before they can have any type of romance between them anyways. Staying friends with each other is the best thing and spending time together all time like they did before isn't the best idea possible. I rather for Adam to find someone else other than Kim to date that's not an Police officer. And that goes for Kim as well but I still rather see her date Kevin Atwater instead anyways. But having Adam and Kim back together romantically again and again and again and again like it has been going between them back and forth is not good on each other's part where they can be happy with someone else other than each other.
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I love CPD and the characters. I think Haley is too pushy. I, too, wish Al could come back.....he was a great character. I love Kevin and wish he could find a perfect love interest -- he really deserves some happiness. I also love Jay and wish he could find a perfect lady who is not a cop.
I will continue to watch all the Chicago shows. They are all great!
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Al died off the show unless there was no one in the coffin and he is just in protection??
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I love this show but they need to find outside love interest to play. At this point almost everyone has slept with each other.
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They need to be like Trudy.
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I personally think they should bring Al back. Jay and. Haileys wasn't a good match. But Atwater do need someone in his character life. But do you guys think it would be a wonderful idea if they found someone in a lot of trouble and it Al twice brother. A police from another state. but come abroad the intelligence team. The show needs that No down time like in season 7th. I love this show. Chicago is my home. I think the writers should bring someone from Chicago To give them good ideas .about the city. Get real of that superintendent she sucks.She don't fix the team. It would be good to have a contest about your ideas about the show and used you're idea in the show.
Bennie Norris.
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I want them to bring Al back so bad. I actually had to binge watch the season after he left because I couldn't being myself to watch it in real time while I grieved. Lol. Because we didn't actually see him die, I feel like he could be in witness protection. They can write him back into the show. I'm looking forward to Atwater having a love interest because he is so fine and a good character. I like Jay and Hailey.
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No to Jay and Hailey. It's not going to work. And yes, Atwater needs some loving.
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Please take a writing class!!!
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Want Jay and Erin together
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Its time for Atwatet to find a love interest and i mean a beat fot not the young lady they chose for him. I hate they took the other detective away I feel they had chemistry. But i hope its someone with passion for family cause loves his family. Also Halley needs to calm down she is NO Eryn she has a terrible role either replace her or calm her down. I would love to see Voight in a relationship also cause its always Adam and Jay and they have slept with everyone🤦
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Love this show !
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Bring al back
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I would love to see Kevin and Kim get together romantically. I love Chicago PD and I sure hope that Kim's alive and safe and hope that the team finds her and bring her back safe and sound.
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I like Kevin and Kim but never romantically. Enough with everybody sleeping with each other, well the ones that have. I hate Upstead it's dreadful and it has to end. She's so damaged and they are making Jay into a wimp! Not what I want to see.
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I like Jay and Haylie together romantically they're made for each other the only couple that I don't want together romantically are Adam and Kim they're relationship is nothing but drama. I like Adam seeing and engaged to other woman other than Kim. And Kim involved with another guy other than Adam.
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I think Kim and Kevin are like brother and sisters... it won't work romantically.
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I would love to see Adam and Kim get married be a real family for Makayla. And Atwater find him a nice lady to date because he is great person.
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Hi , I’m from the Netherlands and I love these series of Chicago PD very much! I hope there is more to come. Just have to wait for serie 8 overhere! I say “bring it on “ 😎 take care . Thank you .Cor
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Hailey is a good cop & has a sympathetic heart ❤! She lost her baby but brave as hell to protect her community!👍
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I personally think Haileys drama is a bit much also. But we all love Chicago P.D. one of the best shows on TV. I would also like to see Atwater with some romance. Jay seems to get all the romance and I'd like to see some tenderness for them. This throwing everyone on the bed is getting old. Show some true romance and love mixed with an occasional throw.
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I'd say no romance at all, this show can't get any couple going healthy. Burzek is a mess and upstead is heading down the same path. It's not that difficult to keep a couple going strong, I've seen it happen in a lot of shows, it's just not Chicago PD's expertise.
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I still don't miss an episode since I have 8 years invested now but it's not the show that it used to be. 2 more years might be about all they've got left in the tank. The first few seasons were awesome but all the woke crap has almost ruined it.
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If she is still a cop after all this drama I give up.
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This show needs a new star to shake things up. And all of the drama that surrounds Kim has gotten to be a bit much. Her body would have permanent damage at this point with all of the beatings she has dealt with never mind her mental health. And any guy in his right mind would try and get as far away from Hailey as possible. Too much of a soap opera for my taste, although not as bad as that unwatchable show Chicago Fire.
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Am I the only one who thinks Hailey is super obnoxious?
She always has this, smug, I'm so tough, arched eyebrow expression that drives me nuts!
It's hard to take her seriously she is so over the top.
Burgess, and Erin before her, were/are tough as hell, but also had compassion and empathy.
Hailey needs to chill, or be written out.
If they kill Burgess off, I'm out. She and the desk Sargent are the heart of the show.
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I think you mean Burgess.
She is great, Hailey, or the actress who plays her tries way too hard to be tough.
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The actors do an excellent job! I really like how Ruzak stood up to be Michala's guardian this episode. I have all the seasons on DVD's and even have a pillow with all the characters! I'm a BIG fan and love watching the show! I was hoping to get a sneak peak into the next season because I'm concerned about the characters at the end of season, especially Burgess. I'm super excited that the show is signed on for 2 more seasons.
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True that. Jay/Hailey have always had a brother/younger sister vibe, so it's disturbing to see them acting as a couple.
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I love this show but its funny how it flips. Hailey was fine with setting up Darius Walker to get killed but not ok with Voight killing the man who killed 3 kids and their bosses son. And the person who shot her team member.
Still love it though...
Same flip happened when Burgess was ok with giving her CI $500 and playing hard ball and she got killed but ok with women offenders doing things and getting off or softer punishments.
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I'm so mad the, I just realized that was the finale of the season . Well played I really cannot wait for season 9
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I already told how I felt but y’all didn’t show my review. From Texas@Nederland
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I love CPD: was not happy with how it ended with Sgt. Hank Voight digging another grave. I think he should have called it in. The situation about Hailey shooting the guy should have been logged. The prisoner was trying to get Hank’s gun. I’m a ex- police officer’s wife so I see the situation different. However I’m not part of the writer’s team. DKDOVER
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I miss Alvin... I think Halstead looks way too clean cut to be a cop...
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Burgess and Adam are the reason i love this series, if that relationship fails or she dies I am on to a different channel.
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Atwater is my favorite! He has come a long way as a Police Officer! He's got his head screwed on the right way & can get a little emotional but he doesn't let anyone play with his head!🤘👏🧠
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I think they should write Olinsky back in.
Atwater's sister should be wrote back in
Voight and Sam should be together
Burgess/Adam get married or
Jay/Hailey.
Antonio should come back.
Erin is a toss up for me.
More storyline for Sgt. Platt I write these episodes all the time in my head.
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