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The Chi

TV·2018–present·8 seasons, 88 episodes·Paramount+·Drama·56m·5.2·Created by Lena Waithe

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The Chi is a timely coming-of-age story centering on a group of residents who become linked by coincidence but bonded by the need for connection and redemption. Kevin is the pre-teen who must step past shattered illusions and embrace the normal rites of childhood, while Brandon the dreamer makes his own nearly impossible leap of faith to succeed in life and love with girlfriend Jerrika. Emmett is the carefree teen is thrust into complex responsibility with guidance from his mother Jada, and Ronnie is the drifter whose struggle to love and be loved calls into question his every pursuit.

Next episode: S08E06 — When Truth Thaws · June 26, 2026 countdown

Highest-rated episodes all ranked

  1. 01The Chi S06E16ThanksgivingS06E16 · 10.0Thanksgiving marks a time for reunions and revelations as families gather to celebrate. As jaw-dropping events unfold, loyalties will be tested, bonds will be broken, tears will be shed and some lives will be forever changed.
  2. 02The Chi S06E06Boyz II MenS06E06 · 9.5Pressure mounts on Victor. Emmett makes Douda an offer. A defiant Papa tests his father Pastor Stanley's patience. Dre's actions spark doubt in Nina. Kevin celebrates a major achievement.
  3. 03The Chi S06E07Long LiveS06E07 · 9.5The community reels at a loss. Jake's sage advice to Victor provides clarity. A past memory sparks a breakthrough for Kiesha. Bakari confronts Nuck. Nina makes a startling confession.

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Episodes by season

Season01Episode ratings across the season — the gold bar is its best episode10Episodes2018Aired 7.4Season avg
  1. S01E01The Chi S01E01PilotJanuary 7, 2018 7.3A fateful event sends shockwaves through a community on the South Side of Chicago and connects the lives of Brandon, Ronnie, Emmett and Kevi
  2. S01E02The Chi S01E02AleeJanuary 14, 2018 6.5Brandon reels from a loss as Ronnie realizes he's made a grave mistake. Meanwhile, Emmett's carefree life is upended. Best friends Papa and
  3. S01E03The Chi S01E03GhostsJanuary 21, 2018 7.6Brandon asks Kevin for help. Laverne and Greavy make a life-changing decision. Meanwhile, Amir looks to capitalize on Emmett's side gig whil
  4. S01E04The Chi S01E04Quaking GrassJanuary 28, 2018 6.5Brandon seeks refuge after Jerrika kicks him out. A physically and mentally ailing Ronnie runs into Rafiq. Meanwhile, Quentin takes a valued
  5. S01E05The Chi S01E05Today Was a Good DayFebruary 11, 2018 7.6A neighborhood block party brings Brandon, Ronnie, Emmett and Kevin together. Brandon has a confrontation with Ronnie and gets surprised by
  6. S01E06The Chi S01E06Penetrate a FraudFebruary 18, 2018 7.4Brandon's actions jeopardize his relationship with Jerrika. Ronnie uncovers secrets about his surrogate son's past and gives a crucial piece
  7. S01E07The Chi S01E07The WhistleFebruary 25, 2018 7.6Brandon compromises his employment by defending a co-worker. Emmett spends an eye-opening day with Quentin. At the roller rink, Kevin tries
  8. S01E08The Chi S01E08WalletsMarch 4, 2018 7.8Brandon branches out on his own, while Emmett searches for his son after Tiffany takes him away. Ronnie seeks redemption at a mosque where h
  9. S01E09The Chi S01E09Season's bestNamaste MuthafuckaMarch 11, 2018 8.0Brandon attempts a reconciliation with Jerrika, but struggles to establish his business. Kevin realizes he can't stop Jake. Emmett reels whe
  10. S01E10The Chi S01E10Ease on Down the RoadMarch 18, 2018 8.0Ronnie faces his past crimes. Meanwhile, Brandon's plan to finance his business goes awry. Kevin stars in the school play and attends a cast

Season 1 ranked & reviewed

Season02Episode ratings across the season — the gold bar is its best episode10Episodes2019Aired 7.7Season avg
  1. S02E01The Chi S02E01EruptionsApril 7, 2019 8.0Brandon deals with an unfortunate turn of events that takes him back to Reg. Jada makes a decision that forces Emmett to grow up. Kevin, Jak
  2. S02E02The Chi S02E02Season's bestEvery Day I'm Hustlin'April 14, 2019 8.3Brandon begrudgingly puts on a front to help Jerrika land a new client. Reg must answer to the leadership of the 63rd St. Mob. Ronnie reels
  3. S02E03The Chi S02E03Past DueApril 21, 2019 8.0Brandon gets a new opportunity. Kevin and Maisha form an unlikely friendship. Emmett takes on more responsibility at work. Cruz deals with b
  4. S02E04The Chi S02E04ShowdownApril 28, 2019 7.3Brandon stresses over The After Taste Food Competition and makes a deal with Emmett, while an accident at Sonny's threatens Emmett's job. Ke
  5. S02E05The Chi S02E05Feeling the HeatMay 5, 2019 7.3Brandon and Emmett come together for some Chicago summertime fun on one of the hottest days of the year. Kevin deals with a death in the fam
  6. S02E06The Chi S02E06A Leg UpMay 12, 2019 8.0Brandon competes in the finals of The After Taste Food Competition. Emmett tries to smooth things over with the women in his life. Kevin and
  7. S02E07The Chi S02E07Blind EyeMay 26, 2019 8.0Detective Cruz is left to make a difficult choice. Brandon gets some insight into Douda's past, while Jerrika drops a bomb about her career.
  8. S02E08The Chi S02E08Lean Into ItJune 2, 2019 8.0Brandon takes a big step with Jerrika. A new opportunity forces Emmett's hand. Kevin makes a new friend and a fateful decision. Ronnie spira
  9. S02E09The Chi S02E09Guilt, Viral Videos, and Ass WhuppingsJune 9, 2019 7.3Brandon and Emmett hatch a plan. Emmett starts his new job. Ronnie deals with the consequences of his actions. Kevin gets into hot water wit
  10. S02E10The Chi S02E10The Scorpion and the FrogJune 16, 2019 6.8Brandon is faced with a life-altering decision. Emmett takes a step toward adulthood and Kevin tries out a new look. A trip down South leads

Season 2 ranked & reviewed

Season03Episode ratings across the season — the gold bar is its best episode10Episodes2020Aired 7.3Season avg
  1. S03E01The Chi S03E01Season's bestFoe 'NemJune 21, 2020 7.8A wedding alters Kevin and Kiesha's lives. Emmett juggles his business and his growing family. Ronnie struggles to find his way. Jake's estr
  2. S03E02The Chi S03E02BrewfurdJune 28, 2020 7.6Kevin rallies Papa and Jake for help. Emmett finds a short-term solution to his food shortage problem. Jada samples the dating scene and a l
  3. S03E03The Chi S03E03Buss DownJuly 5, 2020 7.5The Williams family goes into a tailspin. Emmett and Tiff devise a plan to move in with Jada while he gets his new business off the ground.
  4. S03E04The Chi S03E04GangwayJuly 12, 2020 7.4Ronnie finds a new calling in his bid for redemption; Emmett lets his dad, Darnell, and his insecurities get the best of him; Kevin is weigh
  5. S03E05The Chi S03E05Terror TownJuly 19, 2020 6.4Ronnie's memories threaten his progress. An unexpected visit threatens Trig's battle for custody of Jake. Kevin and his friend's adventure t
  6. S03E06The Chi S03E06Woo Woo WooJuly 26, 2020 7.5Kevin's birthday finds him in far from a celebrating mood. Ronnie takes his grandmother Ms. Ethel on a whirl back in time. Emmett goes on a
  7. S03E07The Chi S03E07A StainAugust 2, 2020 7.0Ronnie laments a loss. Emmett and Dom get help from landlord Zeke in their new effort. Kiesha is resigned to her fate but vows to fight. Jem
  8. S03E08The Chi S03E08FrunchroomAugust 9, 2020 7.3Kiesha remains trapped in her own personal nightmare while Kevin, Nina and Dre worry about the future. Emmett and Jada bring comforting word
  9. S03E09The Chi S03E09Lackin'August 16, 2020 7.5Ronnie is praised by his church community, while others won't let him forget his mistakes. Emmett and Dom prepare for their grand opening. K
  10. S03E10The Chi S03E10A Couple, Two, ThreeAugust 23, 2020 7.3Ronnie finds absolution. Emmett and Tiff take a step toward their future. Trig plays his final card against Douda. Life events mature Kevin,

Season 3 ranked & reviewed

Season04Episode ratings across the season — the gold bar is its best episode10Episodes2021Aired 7.5Season avg
  1. S04E01The Chi S04E01Soul FoodMay 23, 2021 7.3Emmett's past threatens his new marriage. Kiesha wrestles with a decision that will affect the life of her unborn child. A run in with law e
  2. S04E02The Chi S04E02Cooley HighMay 30, 2021 7.3Emmett comes clean to Tiff. A college tour forces Kevin and Jake to consider their futures. Douda makes a decision that will change the face
  3. S04E03The Chi S04E03Native SonJune 6, 2021 7.3Tiff discovers a possible solution to her ongoing relationship woes with her new husband Emmett. Mayor Douda, Tracy and Trig decide it's tim
  4. S04E04The Chi S04E04The Girl from ChicagoJune 13, 2021 7.3Jake, Jemma and Kevin organize an on-campus protest. Emmett and Tiff set new boundaries for their relationship. Imani schemes to break a gir
  5. S04E05The Chi S04E05Season's bestThe Spook Who Sat by the DoorJune 20, 2021 8.0Douda, Roselyn and Marcus prepare for the gala. Kiesha goes into labor. Kevin and Jemma's relationship reaches a breaking point. Trig and Sh
  6. S04E06The Chi S04E06CandymanJune 27, 2021 7.5Kiesha adjusts to life after birth. Papa tries to broker peace between Kevin and Jake. Jada struggles under the weight of her condition. Nin
  7. S04E07The Chi S04E07...Black MessiahJuly 11, 2021 7.5Emmett and Tiff explore new things as a couple. Trig tries to counsel Jamal when he reaches his breaking point. Imani takes care of the trap
  8. S04E08The Chi S04E08Love JonesJuly 18, 2021 7.5Kevin and Papa pull out all the stops to get their women back. Emmett treats Tiff to a night on the town. Kiesha and Christian get to know e
  9. S04E09The Chi S04E09Southside with YouJuly 25, 2021 7.8Emmett and Darnell spend quality time with Jada. Jake and Jemma attend the spring formal. Tensions between Douda and Marcus rise. Kevin make
  10. S04E10The Chi S04E10A Raisin in the SunAugust 1, 2021 7.8Emmett tells Tiff to make a decision. Imani and Shaad get a clean slate. Jake comes clean to Jemma. Trig gives Douda an ultimatum. Tracy thr

Season 4 ranked & reviewed

Season05Episode ratings across the season — the gold bar is its best episode10Episodes2022Aired 7.4Season avg
  1. S05E01The Chi S05E01Overnight CelebrityJune 26, 2022 7.3Emmett attempts to win Tiff back. Kiesha looks to start a new chapter for her and her son. Kevin takes his passion to a new level. Jake trie
  2. S05E02The Chi S05E02Oh GirlJuly 3, 2022 7.3Emmett's co-parenting struggles lead him to some questionable advice. Jake reconnects with someone from his past. Kiesha's college housing p
  3. S05E03The Chi S05E03This ChristmasJuly 10, 2022 6.8Emmett and Kiesha bond over being single parents. A discovery prompts Jada to confront Suede. Trig and Jake enjoy Christmas morning with the
  4. S05E04The Chi S05E04On MeJuly 17, 2022 7.3Emmett helps Kiesha as she struggles with balancing motherhood and college. Trig and Shaad canvas the community. Jemma confronts Jake. Douda
  5. S05E05The Chi S05E05Season's bestWe Don't Have to Take Our Clothes OffJuly 24, 2022 7.8Kiesha and Emmett's relationship takes an unexpected turn. Jemma and Jake confront the truth. Kevin attends a cosplay party. Trig finds a su
  6. S05E06The Chi S05E06Bring It on Home to MeJuly 31, 2022 7.5Emmett comes clean. Darnell and Jada have a romantic date night. A big gaming win takes Kevin's life in a new direction. Jemma makes a decis
  7. S05E07The Chi S05E07AngelsAugust 7, 2022 7.8Emmett and Tiff must unite as co-parents after learning unexpected news about their son. Kiesha gets advice from her counselor. Kevin strugg
  8. S05E08The Chi S05E08Sweet ThingAugust 14, 2022 7.3Valentine's Day brings unexpected developments. Trig and Shaad hit the town, while Jada and Darnell's plans are ruined. Emmett makes a matur
  9. S05E09The Chi S05E09I'm Looking For a New ThingAugust 28, 2022 7.5Emmett and Kiesha explore the day. Tiff opens up to Rob. Kevin is confronted by his parents after they find a shocking discovery. Jake and P
  10. S05E10The Chi S05E10I Am the BluesSeptember 4, 2022 7.5Emmett supports Jada. Kiesha and Tiff come to a resolution. Pressure mounts on Douda. Trig makes a life-altering decision. Season finale.

Season 5 ranked & reviewed

Season06Episode ratings across the season — the gold bar is its best episode16Episodes2023–24Aired 9.4Season avg
  1. S06E01The Chi S06E01New Chi CityAugust 4, 2023 9.0Emmett's new venture yields big results for his bottom line but strains his personal life. Kiesha and Jake chart exciting new career paths.
  2. S06E02The Chi S06E02Mo' Douda, Mo' ProblemsAugust 11, 2023 9.0Emmett and Kiesha take a big leap while Shaad launches a new business with Deja's help. Jamal returns to town on a mission. Papa struggles w
  3. S06E03The Chi S06E03House PartyAugust 18, 2023 9.0Emmett contends with an unexpected gift. Victor surprises Fatima. Lynae starts to doubt Bakari's intentions. Papa defends Kenya. Darnell iss
  4. S06E04The Chi S06E04ReupAugust 25, 2023 9.0A welcome new development in Douda's life is complicated by some ominous news from Roselyn. The strains of their busy lives wear on Emmett a
  5. S06E05The Chi S06E05One of Them NightsSeptember 1, 2023 9.0Kevin, Jake, Papa and the crew celebrate a major milestone. Emmett questions Douda. Kiesha asks for help. Jamal issues a warning to Bakari.
  6. S06E06The Chi S06E06Boyz II MenSeptember 8, 2023 9.5Pressure mounts on Victor. Emmett makes Douda an offer. A defiant Papa tests his father Pastor Stanley's patience. Dre's actions spark doubt
  7. S06E07The Chi S06E07Long LiveSeptember 15, 2023 9.5The community reels at a loss. Jake's sage advice to Victor provides clarity. A past memory sparks a breakthrough for Kiesha. Bakari confron
  8. S06E08The Chi S06E08Who Shot Ya?September 22, 2023 9.5The aftermath of unexpected events ripples through the city. Darnell makes a bold offer. Alicia confronts Tiff.
  9. S06E09The Chi S06E09The AftermathMay 10, 2024 9.5Victor and Emmett deal with the consequences of their decision to take on Douda. Kiesha worries about her family's safety, while Jada and Da
  10. S06E10The Chi S06E10Want This SmokeMay 17, 2024 9.5Victor learns the value of compromise. Emmett and Kiesha's date night is interrupted. Shaad makes an unlikely connection. Professor Gardner'
  11. S06E11The Chi S06E11Saints & SinnersMay 24, 2024 9.5Emmett and Darnell's father-son time is interrupted by a revelation.
  12. S06E12The Chi S06E12City of GoldMay 31, 2024 9.5Emmett looks to a new partnership as a solution to all his problems.
  13. S06E13The Chi S06E13LegacyJune 7, 2024 9.5Douda's birthday sparks emotions. Emmett and Kiesha confront new problems.
  14. S06E14The Chi S06E14Smoke & MirrorsJune 14, 2024 9.5Jake plans to bring some people to Victor's house for a Halloween house party; Emmett, Nuck and Kiesha find the right balance as co-parents.
  15. S06E15The Chi S06E15Tower of TerrorJune 21, 2024 9.5Emmett struggles with his new normal. Roselyn stresses over her own safety. Victor weighs his political career and life with Fatima. Tiff ma
  16. S06E16The Chi S06E16Season's bestThanksgivingJune 28, 2024 10.0Thanksgiving marks a time for reunions and revelations as families gather to celebrate. As jaw-dropping events unfold, loyalties will be tes

Season 6 ranked & reviewed

Season07Best seasonEpisode ratings across the season — the gold bar is its best episode12Episodes2025Aired 9.5Season avg
  1. S07E01The Chi S07E01Season's bestBlack FridayMay 16, 2025 9.5Alicia, on a mission, starts her rampage. Season premiere.
  2. S07E02The Chi S07E02The Fall OutMay 23, 2025 9.5Tiff finds an unlikely partner in Victor – and a more unlikely connection with Nuck. Meanwhile, Jake inadvertently exposes his affair with T
  3. S07E03The Chi S07E03More LifeMay 30, 2025 9.5Jemma goes to Jake to discuss her next career move.
  4. S07E04The Chi S07E04Mother's DayJune 6, 2025 9.5Emmett hosts all his baby mamas in one place for Mother's Day.
  5. S07E05The Chi S07E05Safe HarborJune 13, 2025 9.5Tensions run high as the tide as Nuck sets a daunting tone with the mob.
  6. S07E06The Chi S07E06Do the Chi ThingJune 20, 2025 9.0Emmett and Kiesha put their relationship and parenting skills to the test.
  7. S07E07The Chi S07E07Unfinished BusinessJune 27, 2025 9.5Jada is hit with devastating news. Emmett surprises Kiesha with an idea.
  8. S07E08The Chi S07E08A Bet Is a BetJuly 4, 2025 9.5Detective Toussaint proposes a tempting partnership to Nuck.
  9. S07E09The Chi S07E09Last RespectsJuly 11, 2025 9.5Nuck makes a house-call to an unsuspecting friend. Damien makes a promise.
  10. S07E10The Chi S07E10Tha Block Is HotJuly 18, 2025 9.5A harsh reality forces Emmett to reevaluate whats truly important; Pastor Zeke throws a block party to put the guns down, bringing him close
  11. S07E11The Chi S07E11Ready or NotJuly 25, 2025 9.5Alicia turns up the heat in her personal revenge mission; Candice is recruited for a dangerous side job; Shaad takes his time with a new lov
  12. S07E12The Chi S07E12RebirthAugust 1, 2025 9.5A person from the past shakes up Nuck's world, further tangling his web of lies; Emmett grapples with emotional whiplash as Alicia's path of

Season 7 ranked & reviewed

Season0810Episodes2026Aired 9.0Season avg
  1. S08E01The Chi S08E01Coldest Winter EverMay 22, 2026 9.0A grief-ridden Tiff finds comfort in an unexpected place. Season premiere.
  2. S08E02The Chi S08E02White RussianMay 29, 2026Shaad and Victor's fight sends Patience to find proof of their innocence.
  3. S08E03The Chi S08E03Beneath the Icy VeilJune 5, 2026Emmett reassesses his family's future. Bakari considers a new opportunity.
  4. S08E04The Chi S08E04White WidowJune 12, 2026Tiff grapples with her feelings for Nuck. Bakari settles into his new jobs.
  5. S08E05The Chi S08E05The Dead of WinterJune 19, 2026The temperature drops as Reg makes a cold-hearted move for a quick payday. Bakari reaches out in an attempt to soften Lynae's cold shoulder.
  6. S08E06When Truth ThawsJune 26, 2026
  7. S08E07TBAJuly 3, 2026
  8. S08E08TBAJuly 10, 2026
  9. S08E09TBAJuly 17, 2026
  10. S08E10TBAJuly 24, 2026

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