The Chi (2018)

Name: The Chi
Rating: 7.8

TV-MA — Mature Audiences

Rating: 7.8

IMDb

Synopsis

A relevant, timely and distinctive coming-of-age story following a half dozen interrelated characters in the South Side of Chicago. The story centers on Brandon, an ambitious and confident young man who dreams about opening a restaurant of his own someday, but is conflicted between the promise of a new life and his responsibility to his mother and teenage brother back in the South Side.

First Air Date: 2018-01-07

Last Air Date: 2026-05-24

Number of Seasons: 8

Number of Episodes: 88

Created By: Lena Waithe

Networks: Showtime, Paramount+ with Showtime

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Top Cast

Jacob Latimore as Emmett
Shamon Brown Jr. as Stanley 'Papa' Jackson
Yolonda Ross as Jada
Michael Epps as Jake Taylor
Birgundi Baker as Kiesha Williams
Alex R. Hibbert as Kevin
Curtiss Cook as Otis 'Douda' Perry
Hannaha Hall as Tiffany
Tyla Abercrumbie as Nina Williams
Luke James as Victor 'Trig' Taylor

Seasons

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On the South Side of Chicago, fates can change in an instant and beauty and community persist even when tragedy intervenes. As lives intersect, the people who call The Chi home strive to make the right choices and overcome life’s challenges.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Pilot (2018-01-07)

A fateful event sends shockwaves through a community on the South Side of Chicago and connects the lives of Brandon, Ronnie, Emmett and Kevin in wholly unexpected ways.
Ep. 2: Alee (2018-01-14)

Brandon reels from a loss as Ronnie realizes he’s made a grave mistake. Meanwhile, Emmett’s carefree life is upended. Best friends Papa and Jake taunt Kevin over his school crush Andrea. Detective Cruz is shaken by conflicting clues in the investigation.
Ep. 3: Ghosts (2018-01-21)

Brandon asks Kevin for help. Laverne and Greavy make a life-changing decision. Meanwhile, Amir looks to capitalize on Emmett's side gig while Quentin returns to town to launch his own investigation.
Ep. 4: Quaking Grass (2018-01-28)

Brandon seeks refuge after Jerrika kicks him out. A physically and mentally ailing Ronnie runs into Rafiq. Meanwhile, Quentin takes a valued item from Trice while Kevin's quest ends with Brandon making a bad deal with Reg.
Ep. 5: Today was a Good Day (2018-02-11)

A neighborhood block party brings Brandon, Ronnie, Emmett and Kevin together. Brandon has a confrontation with Ronnie and gets surprised by Jerrika.
Ep. 6: Penetrate a Fraud (2018-02-18)

Brandon’s actions jeopardize his relationship with Jerrika. Ronnie uncovers secrets about his surrogate son’s past and gives a crucial piece of information to the police. Meanwhile, Emmett’s shoe hustle goes awry.
Ep. 7: The Whistle (2018-02-25)

Brandon compromises his employment by defending a co-worker. Emmett spends an eye-opening day with Quentin. At the roller rink, Kevin tries to get Andrea's attention.
Ep. 8: Wallets (2018-03-04)

Brandon branches out on his own, while Emmett searches for his son after Tiffany takes him away. Ronnie seeks redemption at a mosque where he meets Rafiq. Kevin tries to stop his best friend from going down a dark path.
Ep. 9: Namaste Muthafucka (2018-03-11)

Brandon attempts a reconciliation with Jerrika, but struggles to establish his business. Kevin realizes he can't stop Jake. Emmett reels when Jada is offered a job in another state.
Ep. 10: Ease On Down The Road (2018-03-18)

Ronnie faces his past crimes. Meanwhile, Brandon's plan to finance his business goes awry. Kevin stars in the school play and attends a cast party with his friends. Emmett decides to fight for full custody. Season finale.