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The Best Episodes of The Chi

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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 8 Episode 5 - The Dead of Winter
    8.9/10(82 votes)

    #1 - The Dead of Winter

    S8:E5

    The 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; Emmett and Kiesha make a bold parenting choice that brings them closer as a couple; Jake stands up to Reg.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Chi Season 7 Episode 8 - A Bet is a Bet
    8.8/10(100 votes)

    #2 - A Bet is a Bet

    S7:E8

    Detective Toussaint proposes a tempting partnership to Nuck.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Chi Season 8 Episode 10 - The Last Dance
    8.8/10(83 votes)

    #3 - The Last Dance

    S8:E10

    Emmett and Kiesha say yes to their fairytale.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Chi Season 7 Episode 11 - Ready or Not
    8.6/10(80 votes)

    #4 - Ready or Not

    S7:E11

    Alicia turns up the heat in her personal revenge mission.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Michael Daniel Blevins

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  5. The Chi Season 8 Episode 2 - White Russian
    8.6/10(72 votes)

    #5 - 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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  6. The Chi Season 8 Episode 9 - Cold Feet
    8.6/10(56 votes)

    #6 - Cold Feet

    S8:E9

    Tensions run high as Bakari makes a choice that puts his life on the line.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Chi Season 8 Episode 6 - When Truth Thaws
    8.5/10(63 votes)

    #7 - When Truth Thaws

    S8:E6

    As Tiff throws them a lavish engagement party, Emmett and Kiesha discover they have some big differences on what their wedding should look like.

    Director:Kelly Yu
    Writers:Whitney Beckwith, Kelly Ota

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  8. The Chi Season 7 Episode 9 - Last Respects
    8.4/10(88 votes)

    #8 - Last Respects

    S7:E9

    Nuck makes a house-call to an unsuspecting friend. Damien makes a promise.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Chi Season 7 Episode 12 - Rebirth
    8.4/10(89 votes)

    #9 - Rebirth

    S7:E12

    Alicia's path of vengeance comes to a head.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Chi Season 8 Episode 4 - White Widow
    8.4/10(64 votes)

    #10 - White Widow

    S8:E4

    Tiff grapples with her feelings for Nuck. Bakari settles into his new jobs.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Chi Season 3 Episode 9 - Lackin'
    8.3/10(174 votes)

    #11 - Lackin'

    S3:E9

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Chi Season 6 Episode 16 - Thanksgiving
    8.3/10(118 votes)

    #12 - Thanksgiving

    S6:E16

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

    Directors:Quincy LeNear Gossfield, Deondray Gossfield
    Writer:Resheida Brady

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  13. The Chi Season 8 Episode 1 - Coldest Winter Ever
    8.3/10(94 votes)

    #13 - Coldest Winter Ever

    S8:E1

    In the immediate aftermath of Alicia's murder, Rashaad and Victor must navigate the police investigation while keeping their hands clean; A grief-ridden Tiff finds comfort in an unexpected place; Emmett and Kiesha struggle to keep their family unit together as external pressures mount.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Chi Season 8 Episode 3 - Beneath the Icy Veil
    8.3/10(64 votes)

    #14 - 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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  15. The Chi Season 6 Episode 2 - Mo' Douda, Mo' Problems
    8.2/10(114 votes)

    #15 - 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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  16. The Chi Season 7 Episode 6 - Do the Chi Thing
    8.2/10(89 votes)

    #16 - Do the Chi Thing

    S7:E6

    Emmett and Kiesha put their relationship and parenting skills to the test; Tiff opens herself up to other connections; Damien takes risks in hopes of a payoff; Detective Toussaint's trail leads to Bakari.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Chi Season 7 Episode 7 - Unfinished Business
    8.2/10(79 votes)

    #17 - Unfinished Business

    S7:E7

    Jada is hit with bad news; Emmett surprises Kiesha with an idea to help ease their stress; Lynae makes some comforting connections as Alicia doubles down on her ground rules for who is allowed to be around Tiff.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Chi Season 7 Episode 10 - Tha Block is Hot
    8.2/10(76 votes)

    #18 - Tha Block is Hot

    S7:E10

    Emmett is forced to reevaluate what's truly important to him.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. The Chi Season 8 Episode 8 - Cold Hearted
    8.2/10(61 votes)

    #19 - Cold Hearted

    S8:E8

    Tiff hosts Kiesha's bachelorette party as Emmett's gets turned upside down.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. The Chi Season 2 Episode 10 - The Scorpion and the Frog
    8.1/10(196 votes)

    #20 - The Scorpion and the Frog

    S2:E10

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. The Chi Season 3 Episode 7 - A Stain
    8.1/10(168 votes)

    #21 - A Stain

    S3:E7

    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:Sam Bailey
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. The Chi Season 6 Episode 6 - Boyz II Men
    8.1/10(138 votes)

    #22 - Boyz II Men

    S6:E6

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. The Chi Season 6 Episode 9 - The Aftermath
    8.1/10(109 votes)

    #23 - 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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  24. The Chi Season 6 Episode 14 - Smoke & Mirrors
    8.1/10(87 votes)

    #24 - Smoke & Mirrors

    S6:E14

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

    Directors:Quincy LeNear Gossfield, Deondray Gossfield
    Writer:Racquel Callahan

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  25. The Chi Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    8.0/10(504 votes)

    #25 - 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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Best Episodes Summary

"The Dead of Winter" is the best rated episode of "The Chi". It scored 8.9/10 based on 82 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 6/21/2026. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "A Bet is a Bet".