Firehouse 51 get ready because Chief Wallace Boden is coming home! Yes you heard it right Eamonn Walker is set to reprise his iconic role as Chief Boden in an upcoming episode of Chicago Fire and fans are already buzzing with excitement. After his departure last season as a series regular everyone has been missing Boden's steady leadership and that commanding presence. Well the wait is almost over!
One Episode Thrill Ride: Boden Tackles a Tragic Fire in "Post-Mortem"
Mark your calendars and set your DVRs for Tuesday April 16th because that is the date you will not want to miss. Eamonn Walker is back for one night only in an episode titled "Post-Mortem". This is not just a casual visit though. Boden now First Deputy Commissioner of the Chicago Fire Department is diving headfirst into a complex and emotional case.
Commissioner Grissom played by Gary Cole himself has tasked Boden with a crucial post-incident analysis. A house fire has occurred and tragically it collapsed with a firefighter trapped inside. Boden is called in to lead the investigation trying to figure out exactly what happened. Expect some serious drama folks.
Flashbacks and Fresh Perspectives: What to Expect from Boden's Return Episode
Showrunner Andrea Newman is promising something special for Boden's return. She said they are "so excited to have our beloved Chief Boden back" and that "Post-Mortem" will be "a thrill ride unlike any we’ve done before." That is a big claim and has us seriously intrigued.
Newman teased that the episode will be told in a unique way using flashbacks and different points of view. This sounds like it will be more than just a standard Chicago Fire episode. Boden will be leading Firehouse 51 on a search to uncover the truth behind the fire. They will be trying to answer the big questions: how did this happen who is responsible and why did it end in such a disaster?
Chief No More: Boden's Promotion and Firehouse 51's New Leadership
For those who need a quick refresher Boden's departure as Chief of Firehouse 51 happened at the end of season 12. He got a major promotion becoming Deputy Commissioner of the entire Chicago Fire Department. It was a great career move for Boden but a big change for Firehouse 51.
With Boden moving up newcomer Dermot Mulroney joined the cast as the new Chief Dom Pascal. Pascal came in after being a chief in Miami bringing a different style of leadership to 51. Dermot Mulroney himself has said it has been "great to join a popular series" and that the cast is "incredible". He even joked about finally having a "steady job" and called the well-run show "an education every day."
While some fans were initially unsure about a new chief Pascal seems to have grown on viewers. But let's be real Chief Boden is a legend and his return is a major event for Chicago Fire.
Shake-Ups and Returns: Season 12 of Chicago Fire Brought Big Changes
Season 12 of Chicago Fire was already a season of significant shifts even before Boden's departure. Kara Killmer who played Sylvie Brett exited after nearly 10 years on the show. Taylor Kinney also returned as Severide after taking a leave of absence. Chicago Fire is known for keeping things dynamic and season 12 was no exception.
Listing: Key Details About Eamonn Walker's Return as Boden
- Character: Wallace Boden now First Deputy Commissioner of the Chicago Fire Department
- Episode Title: "Post-Mortem" (Season 13 Episode 18)
- Air Date: Wednesday April 16th at 9/8c on NBC
- Plot: Boden is tasked by Commissioner Grissom to analyze a tragic house fire with a firefighter death.
- Showrunner Tease: Andrea Newman promises a "thrill ride unlike any we’ve done before" told with flashbacks and unique POVs.
Get Ready for Boden's Back: Drama Mystery and a Whole Lot of Emotion on Chicago Fire
Eamonn Walker's return as Chief Boden is definitely something Chicago Fire fans have been hoping for. "Post-Mortem" sounds like it is going to be an intense and emotional episode with Boden leading the charge to uncover the truth behind a devastating fire. Make sure you are tuned in on April 16th it is going to be a night you won't want to miss at Firehouse 51!