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The Best Episodes of The Chi Season 1

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The Best Episodes of The Chi Season 1

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...

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  1. 8.0/10(38 votes)

    #1 - Pilot

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    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.

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    Director:Rick Famuyiwa
  2. 7.7/10(10 votes)

    #2 - Alee

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    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.

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  3. 7.7/10(7 votes)

    #3 - Ghosts

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    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.

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  4. 7.6/10(8 votes)

    #4 - Today was a Good Day

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

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  5. 7.3/10(3 votes)

    #5 - Wallets

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    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.

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  6. 7.0/10(3 votes)

    #6 - The Whistle

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    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.

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  8. 7.0/10(2 votes)

    #7 - Ease On Down The Road

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    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.

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  9. 6.8/10(5 votes)

    #8 - Namaste Muthafucka

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    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.

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  10. 6.7/10(3 votes)

    #9 - Penetrate a Fraud

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    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.

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  11. 6.5/10(6 votes)

    #10 - Quaking Grass

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    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.

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Pilot" is the best rated episode of "The Chi" season 1. It scored 8/10 based on 38 votes. Directed by Rick Famuyiwa and written by Lena Waithe, it aired on 1/7/2018. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Alee".