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The Best Episodes of The Chi

Every episode of The Chi ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of The Chi!

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...
Genre:Drama

Top Episode Ratings Summary

"Boyz II Men" is the best rated episode of "The Chi". It scored 8.7/10 based on 90 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 9/10/2023. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Thanksgiving".

  • Boyz II Men
    8.7/1090 votes
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    #1 - Boyz II Men

    Season 6 Episode 6 - Aired 9/10/2023

    Pressure 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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Thanksgiving
    8.5/1061 votes
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    #2 - Thanksgiving

    Season 6 Episode 16 - Aired 6/30/2024

    Thanksgiving marks a time for reunions and revelations as families gather to celebrate.

    Director: Deondray Gossfield, Quincy LeNear Gossfield

    Writer: Resheida Brady

  • Long Live
    8.4/1066 votes
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    #3 - Long Live

    Season 6 Episode 7 - Aired 9/17/2023

    The 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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: Whitney Beckwith

  • The Scorpion and the Frog
    8.3/10146 votes
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    #4 - The Scorpion and the Frog

    Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 6/16/2019

    Brandon 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 Ronnie to confront his demons. Detectives Toussaint and Cruz make a big arrest.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Lackin'
    8.3/10132 votes
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    #5 - Lackin'

    Season 3 Episode 9 - Aired 8/16/2020

    Ronnie is praised by his church community, while others won't let him forget his mistakes; Emmett and Dom prepare for their grand opening; Kevin tries to balance obligations.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Mo' Douda, Mo' Problems
    8.3/1067 votes
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    #6 - Mo' Douda, Mo' Problems

    Season 6 Episode 2 - Aired 8/13/2023

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • One of Them Nights
    8.3/1071 votes
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    #7 - One of Them Nights

    Season 6 Episode 5 - Aired 9/3/2023

    Kevin, Jake, Papa and the crew celebrate a major milestone. Emmett questions Douda. Kiesha asks for help. Jamal issues a warning to Bakari. Shaad makes a potentially life-altering decision.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • A Stain
    8.2/10128 votes
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    #8 - A Stain

    Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 8/2/2020

    Ronnie 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. Jemma melts Kevin’s heart. Politics pit Douda against Camille.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Pilot
    8.1/10405 votes
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    #9 - Pilot

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 1/7/2018

    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

  • Ease On Down The Road
    8.1/10184 votes
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    #10 - Ease On Down The Road

    Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 3/18/2018

    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.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Smoke & Mirrors
    8.1/1043 votes
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    #11 - Smoke & Mirrors

    Season 6 Episode 14 - Aired 6/16/2024

    Jake does his best to distract a restless Victor. Alicia issues a warning.

    Director: Deondray Gossfield, Quincy LeNear Gossfield

    Writer: Racquel Callahan

  • Every Day I'm Hustlin
    8.0/10137 votes
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    #12 - Every Day I'm Hustlin

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 4/14/2019

    Brandon 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 from devastating news and makes a deal with an inmate. Emmett adjusts to his new living situation and starts another side hustle with Amir. Kevin is forced to make a difficult decision. New Detective Toussaint investigates a South Side home invasion.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Aftermath
    8.0/1063 votes
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    #13 - The Aftermath

    Season 6 Episode 9 - Aired 5/12/2024

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

    Director: Boma Iluma

    Writer: Lena Waithe, Justin Hillian

  • Tower of Terror
    8.0/1039 votes
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    #14 - Tower of Terror

    Season 6 Episode 15 - Aired 6/23/2024

    Emmett struggles with his new normal. Roselyn stresses over her own safety.

    Director: Justin Hillian

    Writer: Jewel Coronel, Mia A. Brumfield

  • Namaste Muthafucka
    7.9/10174 votes
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    #15 - Namaste Muthafucka

    Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 3/11/2018

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Showdown
    7.9/10132 votes
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    #16 - Showdown

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 4/28/2019

    Brandon stresses over The After Taste Food Competition and makes a deal with Emmett, while an accident at Sonny’s threatens Emmett’s job. Kevin, Jake and Papa cause mayhem on picture day at school. Ronnie adjusts to a new life he didn’t expect. Reg gets called on the carpet by Douda and a revelation comes to light.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Feeling the Heat
    7.9/10138 votes
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    #17 - Feeling the Heat

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 5/5/2019

    Brandon 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 family. Ronnie reconnects with Rafiq and gets some helpful advice. Toussaint and Cruz make a major move on the home invasion case. Reg and Douda form a plan to fix the gang’s problem.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Lean Into It
    7.9/10122 votes
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    #18 - Lean Into It

    Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 6/2/2019

    Brandon takes a big step with Jerrika; a new opportunity forces Emmett's hand; Kevin makes a new friend and a fateful decision; Ronnie spirals out of control.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Guilt, Viral Videos, and Ass Whuppings
    7.9/10118 votes
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    #19 - Guilt, Viral Videos, and Ass Whuppings

    Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 6/9/2019

    Brandon and Emmett hatch a plan. Emmett starts his new job. Ronnie deals with the consequences of his actions. Kevin gets into hot water with his mom. Detectives Toussaint and Cruz make an exciting discovery.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: J. David Shanks

  • Frunchroom
    7.9/10123 votes
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    #20 - Frunchroom

    Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 8/9/2020

    Kiesha remains trapped in her own personal nightmare while Kevin, Nina and Dre worry about the future.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Want This Smoke
    7.9/1040 votes
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    #21 - Want This Smoke

    Season 6 Episode 10 - Aired 5/19/2024

    Victor learns the value of compromise. Shaad makes an unlikely connection.

    Director: Stacy Pascal Gaspard

    Writer: Jewel Coronel

  • Saints & Sinners
    7.9/1046 votes
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    #22 - Saints & Sinners

    Season 6 Episode 11 - Aired 5/26/2024

    Emmett and Darnell's father-son time is interrupted by a revelation.

    Director: Malakai

    Writer: Mia A. Brumfield, Racquel Callahan

  • The Whistle
    7.8/10166 votes
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    #23 - The Whistle

    Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 2/25/2018

    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: N/A

    Writer: Lena Waithe

  • Wallets
    7.8/10162 votes
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    #24 - Wallets

    Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 3/4/2018

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Eruptions
    7.8/10157 votes
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    #25 - Eruptions

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 4/7/2019

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A