It has been three seasons since Jesse Lee Soffer left Chicago PD, however now he is set to return, which makes his character’s path to redemption all of the extra attainable. Soffer’s Detective Jay Halstead was launched in Chicago Fireplace earlier than turning into an unique fundamental character within the spinoff collection. Halstead quickly got here to be a fundamental determine in the One Chicago universe.
Soffer was part of Chicago PD‘s main cast for a little bit over 9 seasons, having exited the present originally of its tenth season. He appeared in 189 episodes. So, one can see why Soffer’s departure was disappointing, and why so many are clamoring for Halstead’s return. The excellent news is that his comeback is near turning into a actuality.
Jesse Lee Soffer’s Directorial Return For Chicago PD Season 13 Retains The Door Open For Jay Halstead’s Comeback
Halstead Final Appeared In Season 10
Soffer is returning to the Chicago PD set to direct an episode of season 13, as confirmed by producer Brian Luce’s Instagram account. He’s anticipated to helm the season’s fourth episode, however its storylines are unclear. All that we all know is that Soffer is directing his third episode of Chicago PD (following season 10, episode 16 and season 11, episode 12).
Though Soffer’s function in Chicago PD season 13, episode 4 is strictly behind the digital camera, his look on set undoubtedly opens the door for him to step in entrance of the display screen once more. Maybe reuniting together with his former colleagues will encourage a Halstead comeback. It additionally helps that CBS canceled Soffer’s latest show, FBI: Worldwide, in March 2025, clearing his schedule.
Why It is Crucial That Chicago PD Redeems Jay Halstead
Soffer’s Character Did not Precisely Go away On The Finest Of Phrases
Sure, Soffer reprising his function as Halstead in Chicago PD season 13 could be thrilling as a result of he’s a beloved, unique solid member. Nonetheless, Soffer’s return can be essential to redeem his character, as Halstead’s exit was controversial. Many deemed his resolution to stop the Intelligence Unit sudden and out of character. Halstead’s departure additionally fractured his and Hailey Upton’s romance.
Sadly, Tracy Spiridakos left Chicago PD after season 11. It will be tough to repair Halstead and Upton’s relationship if Soffer have been to return again with out Spiridakos. Nonetheless, Halstead’s story feels unfinished, and on condition that he is a fan-favorite character, the collection owes him the prospect to redeem himself. Fortunately, with Soffer’s directorial function in Chicago PD season 13, Halstead’s return is feasible.
Chicago PD season 13 premieres on Wednesday, October 1, at 10 pm ET on NBC, following the premieres of Chicago Med season 11 at 8 pm ET and Chicago Fireplace season 14 at 9 pm ET.
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Chicago P.D.
- Launch Date
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January 8, 2014
- Showrunner
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Derek Haas
- Administrators
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Nick Gomez, Eriq La Salle, Carl Seaton, Fred Berner, Vincent Misiano, Bethany Rooney, Rohn Schmidt, Sanford Bookstaver, John Hyams, Nicole Rubio, Terry Miller, Takashi Doscher, Brenna Malloy, Lisa Robinson, Marc Roskin, Charles S. Carroll, David Rodriguez, Holly Dale, John Polson, Lin Oeding, Mykelti Williamson, Paul McCrane, Alik Sakharov, Charlotte Brändström
- Writers
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Craig Gore, Tim Walsh, Timothy J. Sexton, Mike Weiss, Mo Masi, Tiller Russell, Eduardo Javier Canto, Jamie Pachino, Mike Batistick, Cole Maliska, John Dove, Tiffany Bratcher, David Hoselton, Maisha Closson, Kim Rome, Katherine Visconti, Daniel Arkin, Todd Robinson, David Rambo, Denitria Harris-Lawrence, Mick Betancourt, Bryan Gracia
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Marina Squerciati
Kim Burgess
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