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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 7 Episode 8 - A Bet is a Bet
    8.8/10(69 votes)

    #1 - A Bet is a Bet

    S7:E8

    Detective Toussaint proposes a tempting partnership to Nuck.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. The Chi Season 7 Episode 9 - Last Respects
    8.6/10(60 votes)

    #2 - 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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  3. The Chi Season 7 Episode 11 - Ready or Not
    8.6/10(52 votes)

    #3 - 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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  4. The Chi Season 6 Episode 16 - Thanksgiving
    8.4/10(92 votes)

    #4 - 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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  5. The Chi Season 7 Episode 12 - Rebirth
    8.4/10(56 votes)

    #5 - Rebirth

    S7:E12

    Alicia's path of vengeance comes to a head.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Chi Season 3 Episode 9 - Lackin'
    8.3/10(151 votes)

    #6 - 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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  7. The Chi Season 2 Episode 10 - The Scorpion and the Frog
    8.2/10(173 votes)

    #7 - 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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  8. The Chi Season 3 Episode 7 - A Stain
    8.2/10(144 votes)

    #8 - 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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  9. The Chi Season 6 Episode 2 - Mo' Douda, Mo' Problems
    8.2/10(92 votes)

    #9 - 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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  10. The Chi Season 6 Episode 5 - One of Them Nights
    8.2/10(98 votes)

    #10 - One of Them Nights

    S6:E5

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Chi Season 6 Episode 6 - Boyz II Men
    8.2/10(116 votes)

    #11 - 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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  12. The Chi Season 7 Episode 6 - Do the Chi Thing
    8.2/10(62 votes)

    #12 - 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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  13. The Chi Season 7 Episode 7 - Unfinished Business
    8.2/10(53 votes)

    #13 - 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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  14. The Chi Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    8.1/10(452 votes)

    #14 - 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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  15. The Chi Season 1 Episode 10 - Ease On Down The Road
    8.1/10(207 votes)

    #15 - Ease On Down The Road

    S1:E10

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Chi Season 7 Episode 5 - Safe Harbor
    8.1/10(61 votes)

    #16 - Safe Harbor

    S7:E5

    Tensions run high as the tide as Nuck sets a daunting tone with the mob.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Chi Season 6 Episode 9 - The Aftermath
    8.0/10(87 votes)

    #17 - 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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  18. The Chi Season 6 Episode 14 - Smoke & Mirrors
    8.0/10(63 votes)

    #18 - 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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  19. The Chi Season 2 Episode 2 - Every Day I'm Hustlin
    7.9/10(159 votes)

    #19 - Every Day I'm Hustlin

    S2:E2

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. The Chi Season 2 Episode 8 - Lean Into It
    7.9/10(141 votes)

    #20 - Lean Into It

    S2:E8

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. The Chi Season 3 Episode 6 - Woo Woo Woo
    7.9/10(130 votes)

    #21 - Woo Woo Woo

    S3:E6

    Kevin’s birthday finds him in far from a celebrating mood and Ronnie takes his grandmother Ms. Ethel on a whirl back in time.

    Director:Darren Grant
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. The Chi Season 4 Episode 10 - A Raisin in the Sun
    7.9/10(101 votes)

    #22 - A Raisin in the Sun

    S4:E10

    Emmett tells Tiff to make a decision. Imani and Shaad get a clean slate. Jake comes clean to Jemma. Trig gives Douda an ultimatum. Tracy throws a celebratory block party. Nina and Dre put their problems aside to help someone in need.

    Director:Gandja Monteiro
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. The Chi Season 5 Episode 8 - Sweet Thing
    7.9/10(82 votes)

    #23 - Sweet Thing

    S5:E8

    Valentine’s Day brings unexpected developments. Trig and Shaad hit the town, while Jada and Darnell’s plans are ruined. Emmett makes a mature decision. Jake and Jemma’s day together ends in a confession. Kiesha and Tiff meet up.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. The Chi Season 6 Episode 11 - Saints & Sinners
    7.9/10(69 votes)

    #24 - Saints & Sinners

    S6:E11

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

    Director:Malakai
    Writers:Mia A. Brumfield, Racquel Callahan

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  25. The Chi Season 6 Episode 15 - Tower of Terror
    7.9/10(60 votes)

    #25 - Tower of Terror

    S6:E15

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

    Director:Justin Hillian
    Writers:Jewel Coronel, Mia A. Brumfield

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Best Episodes Summary

"A Bet is a Bet" is the best rated episode of "The Chi". It scored 8.8/10 based on 69 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/6/2025. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Last Respects".