Chicago P.D. Welcomes Magnum P.I. Star Stephen Hill as Intelligence Faces Life After Kevin Atwater
The 21st District is navigating uncharted territory in Chicago P.D. Season 14, Episode 3, titled “Under the Surface,” following the emotional departure of LaRoyce Hawkins’ character, Kevin Atwater. After Atwater bid farewell to the Intelligence Unit at the end of Episode 2 to pursue a fresh start in Atlanta, Hank Voight’s squad is tasked with solving its very first case without a key long-term member.
Making the high-stakes hour even more intriguing for television fans is an impressive roster of guest talent—headlined by former Magnum P.I. star Stephen Hill.
From Hawaii Helipads to Chicago Beats
Hill, best known to procedural fans for playing marine-turned-helicopter pilot Theodore “TC” Calvin across all five seasons of the Magnum P.I. reboot on CBS and NBC, steps into the One Chicago universe as a character named LaSean Hutchens.
Since wrapping Magnum P.I. in 2024, Hill has kept a relatively low profile, but he continues to build an impressive relationship with Dick Wolf’s production company. Having previously appeared in an episode of CBS’s FBI, his turn on Chicago P.D. marks his latest entry into the broader Wolf Entertainment family.
While details surrounding LaSean Hutchens remain tightly under wraps, viewers are eagerly watching to see how he fits into the investigation—specifically whether he emerges as a key asset assisting Intelligence or turns out to be a suspect in their latest case.
A Gruesome Discovery and New Federal Pressure
The plot of “Under the Surface” kicks off when Intelligence receives a tip from a former confidential informant, leading the squad directly to a gruesome crime scene. As Voight leads the team deeper into the investigation, he must simultaneously navigate a delicate dynamic with Charlie Boyden, the new FBI liaison assigned to oversee his team.
As Boyden pushes to establish oversight, Voight finds himself tested on whether he can truly trust the federal agent while attempting to protect his unit’s autonomy.
A Stacked Guest Cast as the Squad Rebuilds
In addition to Hill, Episode 3 features several other recognizable television faces. Ian Duff, known to viewers as Grover Sims on The CW’s The Republic of Sarah and for his recurring stint on NBC’s New Amsterdam, joins the cast as Booker. Meanwhile, Michael Luwoye—whose credits include Hidden Island, The Gifted, and Bluff City Law—appears as B-Rock.
How this trio of guest stars ultimately impacts the episode’s central mystery remains a key focal point as Intelligence adjust to their new reality.
Could a Guest Appearance Lead to Something More?
With Atwater’s exit leaving a vacant desk in the squad room, the show’s creative team will eventually need to address a long-term replacement for Intelligence. While it remains unconfirmed how the series will handle filling the position in the immediate future, fans are wondering if a guest character—such as a local CPD officer crossing paths with the unit during a case—could potentially pave the way for a permanent spot.
Whether Hill’s guest stint serves as a standalone appearance or signals broader shifts within the precinct, Atwater’s absence is sure to resonate deeply across the 21st District as Season 14 continues to unfold.
