Chicago Med

Name: Chicago Med
Genre: Drama
Released: 2015-11-17
Cast: Steven Weber, Jessy Schram, Luke Mitchell, Sarah Ramos, Darren Barnet

2015 | 12 seasons | Drama

Sunday Safe Bet

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

Audiences rate it highly (8.3 out of 10) and it held a wide audience for several seasons, though it had middling reviews (50% on Rotten Tomatoes). A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it: Made for anyone who loves a strong character drama. Audiences love it more than critics do: a crowd-pleaser first.
The mood: Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace: 12 seasons and 225 episodes: a long-haul commitment.
What might put you off: A big time investment at 12 seasons.
Critics were cooler on it than audiences.

An emotional thrill ride through the day-to-day chaos of the city's most explosive hospital and the courageous team of doctors who hold it together. They will tackle unique new cases inspired by topical events, forging fiery relationships in the pulse-pounding pandemonium of the emergency room.

How it earned its rating

CriticsBelow par
50% on Rotten Tomatoes
AudiencesStrong
8.3 out of 10
AwardsWeak
1 win and 0 nominations from smaller awards and festivals
Reach & staying powerStrong
Ran for 12 seasons and reached a solid audience; still draws a steady audience long after release
Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 642K people sought it out in the past year