Andrea Newman departs as 'Chicago Fire' showrunner, Victor Teran named successor for Season 15
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Updated · Deadline · Apr 24
Andrea Newman departs as 'Chicago Fire' showrunner, Victor Teran named successor for Season 15
7 articles · Updated · Deadline · Apr 24
Newman exits after 14 seasons with the NBC drama, having served as showrunner for the past three years; Teran, previously co-executive producer, will lead the series starting with its 15th season.
Newman, who joined after the pilot and became sole showrunner in 2023, expressed gratitude to the cast, crew, and Wolf Entertainment team. Teran, with a background in independent film, joined the show in Season 10.
'Chicago Fire' remains part of the most-watched scripted franchise on television, with all three Chicago series renewed for the 2026-27 season. The transition is described as amicable, with producers praising Newman's leadership.
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