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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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    The Chi Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.2/10(484 votes)

    #1 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    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.

    Director:Rick Famuyiwa
    Writer:Lena Waithe

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  2. The Chi Season 6 Episode 9 - The Aftermath
    6.6/10(104 votes)

    #2 - The Aftermath

    S6:E9

    Victor and Emmett each deal with the consequences of their taking on Douda.

    Director:Boma Iluma
    Writers:Lena Waithe, Justin Hillian

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  3. The Chi Season 6 Episode 1 - New Chi City
    6.5/10(111 votes)

    #3 - New Chi City

    S6:E1

    Emmett’s new venture yields big results for his bottom line but strains his personal life. Kiesha and Jake chart exciting new career paths. Victor awaits the election results. Kevin’s freedom comes at a cost. Papa falls for an older woman, while Jada advises her single friends. Douda makes a deal.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Chi Season 3 Episode 1 - Foe 'Nem
    6.3/10(222 votes)

    #4 - Foe 'Nem

    S3:E1

    A wedding alters Kevin and Kiesha's lives. Emmett juggles his business and his growing family. Ronnie struggles to find his way. Jake's estranged brother Trig lands back in town on a mission.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Chi Season 4 Episode 1 - Soul Food
    6.3/10(154 votes)

    #5 - Soul Food

    S4:E1

    Emmett'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 enforcement leaves Kevin, Jake and Papa reeling. Douda tries to walk the line between gangster and mayor. Tiff and Dom go into business together. Marcus petitions to bring the Olympics to Chicago.

    Director:Gandja Monteiro
    Writers:Lena Waithe, Justin Hillian

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  6. The Chi Season 1 Episode 2 - Alee
    5.8/10(290 votes)

    #6 - Alee

    S1:E2

    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.

    Director:David Rodriguez
    Writers:Elwood Reid, Lena Waithe

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  7. The Chi Season 1 Episode 5 - Today was a Good Day
    5.4/10(233 votes)

    #7 - Today was a Good Day

    S1:E5

    A neighborhood block party brings Brandon, Ronnie, Emmett and Kevin together. Brandon has a confrontation with Ronnie and gets surprised by Jerrika.

    Director:Darren Grant
    Writer:Marcus Gardley

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  8. The Chi Season 1 Episode 3 - Ghosts
    5.3/10(259 votes)

    #8 - Ghosts

    S1:E3

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Chi Season 5 Episode 1 - Overnight Celebrity
    5.3/10(143 votes)

    #9 - Overnight Celebrity

    S5:E1

    Emmett 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 tries out for the basketball team. Papa’s announcement at the school pep rally quickly takes a turn for the worse. Jada hits a roadblock in her relationship with Suede. Trig takes a major step while continuing his efforts to protect the community. Douda and an old face return to visit Tracy.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Chi Season 6 Episode 2 - Mo' Douda, Mo' Problems
    4.9/10(109 votes)

    #10 - Mo' Douda, Mo' Problems

    S6:E2

    Emmett 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 with his faith and Pastor Stanley’s interfering. Rob and Tiff make a potentially life-altering connection.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Chi Season 5 Episode 6 - Bring It On Home To Me
    4.6/10(99 votes)

    #11 - Bring It On Home To Me

    S5:E6

    Emmett 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 decision. Trig struggles with maintaining his truth.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Chi Season 8 Episode 3 - Beneath the Icy Veil
    4.6/10(53 votes)

    #12 - Beneath the Icy Veil

    S8:E3

    Emmett reassesses his family's future; Bakari considers a new opportunity.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Chi Season 2 Episode 1 - Eruptions
    4.5/10(202 votes)

    #13 - Eruptions

    S2:E1

    Brandon deals with an unfortunate turn of events that takes him back to Reg. Jada makes a decision that forces Emmett to grow up. Kevin, Jake and Papa hatch a plan to do a project for school. Ronnie takes an inmate under his wing.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Chi Season 1 Episode 4 - Quaking Grass
    4.3/10(243 votes)

    #14 - Quaking Grass

    S1:E4

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  15. The Chi Season 1 Episode 9 - Namaste Muthafucka
    4.0/10(219 votes)

    #15 - Namaste Muthafucka

    S1:E9

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Chi Season 3 Episode 2 - Brewfurd
    4.0/10(178 votes)

    #16 - Brewfurd

    S3:E2

    Kevin rallies Papa and Jake for help. Emmett finds a short-term solution to his food shortage problem. Jada samples the dating scene and a local trap kitchen run by Dom. Trig devises a plan to get custody of his brother Jake from Douda.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Chi Season 4 Episode 4 - The Girl From Chicago
    4.0/10(127 votes)

    #17 - The Girl From Chicago

    S4:E4

    Jake, Jemma and Kevin organize an on-campus protest. Emmett and Tiff set new boundaries for their relationship. Imani schemes to break a girl out of the 63rd St. Mob's trap house. Dre’s frequent disappearances leave Nina suspicious. Jada gives Emmett some unexpected news.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Chi Season 4 Episode 6 - Candyman
    4.0/10(126 votes)

    #18 - Candyman

    S4:E6

    Kiesha adjusts to life after birth. Papa tries to broker peace between Kevin and Jake. Jada struggles under the weight of her condition. Nina’s suspicion of Dre reaches a peak. Tiff and Dom get a business opportunity.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. The Chi Season 6 Episode 8 - Who Shot Ya?
    4.0/10(102 votes)

    #19 - Who Shot Ya?

    S6:E8

    The aftermath of unexpected events ripples through the city. Darnell makes a bold offer. Alicia confronts Tiff.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. The Chi Season 8 Episode 2 - White Russian
    4.0/10(60 votes)

    #20 - White Russian

    S8:E2

    Shaad and Victor's fight to get out of their unfair prison sentence sends Patience down a path to find proof of their innocence; Emmett faces two major parenting crises, leading him to question if he's a good father; Jake throws another party with the help of Bakari and Papa; Nuck decides to bring in new blood, which shakes things up at the 63rd Street mob; Tiff, under Nuck's influence, gets pulled deeper into her bad bitch era and into his arms.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. The Chi Season 1 Episode 8 - Wallets
    3.7/10(203 votes)

    #21 - Wallets

    S1:E8

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. The Chi Season 5 Episode 2 - Oh Girl
    3.7/10(116 votes)

    #22 - Oh Girl

    S5:E2

    Emmett’s co-parenting struggles lead him to some questionable advice. Jake reconnects with someone from his past. Kiesha’s college housing plans go awry. Tiff’s relationship with Rob heats up. Kevin sets his sights on a new love interest while navigating his gaming club. Papa struggles with being cancelled. Jada reveals a secret to Suede. Trig considers a new role in the community.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. The Chi Season 1 Episode 7 - The Whistle
    3.6/10(208 votes)

    #23 - The Whistle

    S1:E7

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Lena Waithe

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  24. The Chi Season 7 Episode 1 - Black Friday
    3.6/10(100 votes)

    #24 - Black Friday

    S7:E1

    Alicia, on a mission to find her son’s killer, starts her rampage. Nuck takes over as the new leader of the 63rd street mob. Fatima gives Victor a heavy ultimatum. Bakari makes a deal to secure his future - but at what cost?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. The Chi Season 1 Episode 6 - Penetrate a Fraud
    3.4/10(222 votes)

    #25 - Penetrate a Fraud

    S1:E6

    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.

    Director:Roxann Dawson
    Writer:Casallina Kisakye

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Best Episodes Summary

"Pilot" is the best rated episode of "The Chi". It scored 7.2/10 based on 484 votes. Directed by Rick Famuyiwa and written by Lena Waithe, it aired on 1/7/2018. This episode scored 0.6 points higher than the second highest rated, "The Aftermath".