[s5e2] A Real Wake-up Call Apr 2026

: Jimmy's grief over his brother's death causes him to lose focus, leading him to ignore a direct order from Chief Boden during an auto accident call. The resulting explosion leaves him with severe burns and the loss of his left eye, effectively ending his firefighting career.

: The pair find themselves caught in a potential political scandal related to Casey's duties as an Alderman. [S5E2] A Real Wake-Up Call

: Mouch and Brett continue their secret pursuit of writing an erotic novel together, attempting to set aside their creative differences. Severide also begins a distracting friendship with a famous socialite. Main Cast & Guest Stars Matthew Casey Jesse Spencer Kelly Severide Taylor Kinney Gabriela Dawson Monica Raymund Stella Kidd Miranda Rae Mayo Jimmy Borrelli Steven R. McQueen Sylvie Brett Kara Killmer Randall "Mouch" McHolland Christian Stolte Dr. Daniel Charles Oliver Platt Will Halstead Nick Gehlfuss Watching the Episode Chicago Fire Season 5 Episode 2 Review: A Real Wake-Up Call : Jimmy's grief over his brother's death causes

" A Real Wake-Up Call " is the second episode of fifth season. It follows the high-stakes aftermath of Stella Kidd’s ex-boyfriend's attack and a life-altering accident for firefighter Jimmy Borrelli. Episode Core Plotlines : Mouch and Brett continue their secret pursuit

: Following Grant’s attempted murder charge, Stella chooses not to press charges, much to Severide’s frustration. Grant is ultimately placed on a psychiatric hold.