The Best Episodes of The Chi Season 1

Episode Rankings

1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   7.7/10(46 votes)

   #1 - Pilot

   S1:E11/7/2018

   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

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   Director:Rick Famuyiwa

   Writer:Lena Waithe
2. 

   7.1/10(11 votes)

   #2 - Alee

   S1:E21/14/2018

   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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   Director:David Rodriguez

   Writers:Elwood Reid, Lena Waithe
3. 

   6.9/10(8 votes)

   #3 - Ghosts

   S1:E31/21/2018

   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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   Director:Unknown

   Writer:Unknown
4. 

   5.7/10(7 votes)

   #4 - Quaking Grass

   S1:E41/28/2018

   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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   Director:Unknown

   Writer:Unknown
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   6.9/10(9 votes)

   #5 - Today was a Good Day

   S1:E52/11/2018

   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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   Director:Darren Grant

   Writer:Marcus Gardley
6. 

   5.2/10(4 votes)

   #6 - Penetrate a Fraud

   S1:E62/18/2018

   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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   Director:Roxann Dawson

   Writer:Casallina Kisakye
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   5.5/10(4 votes)

   #7 - The Whistle

   S1:E72/25/2018

   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:Unknown

   Writer:Lena Waithe

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   Director:Unknown

   Writer:Lena Waithe
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   5.8/10(4 votes)

   #8 - Wallets

   S1:E83/4/2018

   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:Unknown

   Writer:Unknown

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9. 

   5.3/10(7 votes)

   #9 - Namaste Muthafucka

   S1:E93/11/2018

   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:Unknown

   Writer:Unknown

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10. 

    5.0/10(3 votes)

    #10 - Ease On Down The Road

    S1:E103/18/2018

    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:Unknown

    Writer:Unknown

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