Netflix is bringing Dick Wolf's long-running police procedural "Chicago P.D." to its international platform this summer, expanding the streamer's procedural drama catalog outside the U.S. market.
The move marks another significant acquisition for Netflix in the procedural space, where the platform has been aggressively building out its library of crime and law enforcement content. "Chicago P.D." joins Wolf's expansive One Chicago universe, which also includes "Chicago Fire" and "Chicago Med," though those shows currently operate under different distribution arrangements.
The series, which premiered on NBC in 2014 and has become a ratings staple for the network across 11+ seasons, follows the Intelligence Unit of the Chicago Police Department. The show built a devoted fanbase through its blend of procedural case-of-the-week storytelling and serialized character arcs, anchored by cast members like Jason Beghe and Marina Squerciati.
Netflix's international rollout of "Chicago P.D." reflects the platform's strategy to acquire established, globally appealing content that performs well with international audiences. Police procedurals remain popular worldwide, particularly in markets where Wolf's shows have already cultivated dedicated viewers through broadcast and cable runs.
The timing positions the show as summer programming for international subscribers, typically a period when Netflix aims to refresh its procedural offerings. This acquisition also suggests Netflix is willing to license content from traditional broadcast networks, despite its own extensive original crime drama slate.
For Dick Wolf Productions, the Netflix deal represents another revenue stream for a franchise that has become NBC's anchor programming. While Wolf's newer projects increasingly go directly to streaming platforms, the international distribution of existing "Chicago P.D." seasons allows the prolific producer to monetize the show's proven appeal across multiple windows and territories.
The full slate of available seasons heading to Netflix internationally has not been specified, though the deal likely includes the complete run