Andrea Newman Steps Down as Showrunner of “Chicago Fire”; Victor Teran Named Successor

On April 24 2026 Andrea Newman announced she will leave the showrunner post of NBC’s drama “Chicago Fire” after the season-14 finale on May 13 2026. The exit, confirmed by Deadline, is described as voluntary. Co-executive producer Victor Teran has been promoted to executive producer and will assume the showrunner role for season 15, debuting in fall 2026.

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Newman joined the series after its pilot in 2012 as co-executive producer, became executive producer in season 6, co-showrunner with Derek Haas in 2021, and sole showrunner from season 12 onward. Over fourteen seasons she contributed to more than 290 episodes, writing 67, and the show averaged 5.28 million viewers per episode with a 0.34 18-49 rating, anchoring NBC’s Wednesday night lineup.

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Victor Teran entered the “Chicago Fire” writers’ room in season 10 (2018) after a career in independent film that included producing and directing the Sundance-selected “Filly Brown” and the SXSW-screened “Snap.” He later served as VP of Physical Production at Sidney Kimmel Entertainment before moving to television, making his promotion a continuation of Wolf Entertainment’s practice of advancing internal talent.

Andrea Newman’s ‘Chicago Fire’ Exit After 14 Seasons Is The End Of An Era And Here Is Who Takes Over

Newman’s statement highlighted the series’ family-like atmosphere, thanked Dick Wolf, co-creator Derek Haas, and NBC/Universal executives, and called her tenure the highlight of her career. Wolf Entertainment’s Peter Jankowski expressed sadness at her departure, praised her central role in the show’s success, and affirmed confidence in Teran’s leadership. NBC’s programming heads reiterated the network’s confidence in the OneChicago franchise despite routine cast turnover.

Andrea Newman Departs Chicago Fire After Season 14 Finale

• “After 14 years, you really do become a family,” — Andrea Newman, Showrunner

Andrea Newman’s ‘Chicago Fire’ Exit After 14 Seasons Is The End Of An Era And Here Is Who Takes Over

• “Working at Chicago Fire, with the absolute best cast and crew in the business, has been the highlight of my career.” — Andrea Newman, Showrunner

Andrea Newman steps down as Chicago Fire showrunner after 14 seasons, Victor Teran takes over

• “We’re sad to say goodbye to Andrea. She’s been at the center of the heart and soul of Chicago Fire since the beginning and the show thrived under her watch. We’re grateful for her commitment to the development of the next generation and know the show will be in great hands with Victor taking the reins.” — Peter Jankowski, President & COO, Wolf Entertainment

Andrea Newman steps down as Chicago Fire showrunner after 14 seasons, Victor Teran takes over

All sources agree on the timing of Newman’s departure, Teran’s promotion, viewership numbers and the 2026-27 renewal. No contradictory information or dissenting commentary was identified.

Chicago Fire Showrunner Andrea Newman Exits After 14 Seasons — What’s Next?

Victor Teran will shape story arcs during the offseason and launch season 15 in fall 2026. The series will keep its Wednesday 9 p.m. slot within the OneChicago block, retain the current main cast, and aim to sustain its multi-million-viewer audience amid ongoing budget adjustments.

Andrea Newman’s ‘Chicago Fire’ Exit After 14 Seasons Is The End Of An Era And Here Is Who Takes Over