Only a few days have passed since NBC announced the comeback of Law & Order: Organized Crime to its Thursday slot and revealed when new seasons for the One Chicago trilogy would make their appearance in the 2025 television lineup. A glimpse into the backstage action at Chicago Med has surfaced, featuring the cast returning to their roles. This behind-the-scenes snapshot could serve as a hint towards possible central narratives, with the featured stars suggesting possible storyline focuses.
The behind-the-scenes shots were captured by Jessy Schram, the talented artist who plays Hannah Asher, the OB/GYN in the Emergency Department of Chicago Med. The standout aspect of these images is not, as you might expect, the cast members dressed in non-medical attire.
From the official NBC account, there was no clear explanation for the post that merely stated ‘Things are happening over at Chicago Med’, nor any clarification on Wolf Entertainment’s comment that ‘Routine is back’. With the new Season 11 set to debut this autumn, we may have to wait until then to decipher the implied events.
For myself, I am optimistic that the first snapshot suggests we’d encounter a renewed focus on the intersecting lives of characters Ripley (Luke Mitchell), Hannah (Jessy Schram), and Archer (Steven Weber). The second image might imply the development of a close relationship between Dr. Charles (Oliver Platt) and Lenox (Sarah Ramos).
There seems to be no grand One Chicago puzzle about the likelihood of further plotlines involving Ripley, Hannah, and Archer following the highly emotional culmination of Season 10. The cliffhanger end, whether symbolizing a distraught Hannah finding solace in Archer concerning Ripley or hinting at a surprising revelation exceeding expectations, effectively mingles the paths of these three characters.
With a picture that Jessy Schram seemed to enjoy taking along with her co-stars, I am more than ready to see more of their interwoven stories. However, I find myself more enticed by the possibility of a new dynamic stemming from the second image, picturing Sarah Ramos and Oliver Platt seated side by side.
Dr. Lenox, depicted by Ramos, received a life-changing diagnosis in Season 10’s finale, she was found positive for a lethal genetic prion disease. While earlier cut scenes raised my anticipation to see Lenox forming a bond with Hannah in the upcoming Season 11, now it seems that the confiding nature of Dr. Charles could be a much-needed relief for Lenox… provided she allows herself to be vulnerable.
This potential dynamic could prove fruitful, particularly if it leads to Dr. Charles taking on the role of Lenox’s official psychiatrist, enabling the rule of doctor-patient confidentiality. The ethical standpoints of such a relationship between colleagues could spark a debate, but we’ve seen Dr. Charles bend a few rules in significant ways in Season 10, and it’s worth noting that One Chicago doesn’t always guarantee an emphasis on realism.
Lenox is in need of a support system and didn’t seem disposed to open up to Archer in Season 10’s finale. Perhaps Dr. Charles could be that pillar of support she needs. Or the seating arrangement in the photos shared may just be coincidental, thus raising my high expectations for Dr. Charles and Lenox plotlines in vain!
Nevertheless, the wait will soon be over, marking an end to the summer hiatus. Fans of Chicago Med can look forward to the return of the series with Season 11, which will premiere on Wednesday, October 1 at 8 p.m. ET on NBC.
This arrival of the new season promises to bring fresh drama and intrigue, building upon what has already been a series full of surprises and rapid twists and turns. The return of Chicago Med will herald a night filled with thrilling narratives, as it will be followed by new episodes of Chicago Fire at 9 p.m. ET and Chicago P.D. at 10 p.m. ET.
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