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The Best Episodes of The Chi Season 4

Every episode of The Chi Season 4 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Chi Season 4!

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 restaurant of his own someday, but is conflicted between the promise of a new life and his responsibility to his mother and teenage brother back in the South Side.

Genre:Drama

Season 4 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "The Chi" season 4 is "Soul Food", rated 7.1/10 from 120 user votes. It was directed by Gandja Monteiro and written by Lena Waithe, Justin Hillian. "Soul Food" aired on 5/23/2021 and is rated 0.4 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Cooley High".

  • Soul Food
    7.1/10 120 votes

    #1 - Soul Food

    Season 4 Episode 1 - Aired 5/23/2021

    Emmett's past threatens his new marriage. Kiesha wrestles with a decision that will affect the life of her unborn child. A run in with law enforcement leaves Kevin, Jake and Papa reeling. Douda tries to walk the line between gangster and mayor. Tiff and Dom go into business together. Marcus petitions to bring the Olympics to Chicago.

    Director: Gandja Monteiro

    Writer: Lena Waithe, Justin Hillian

  • Cooley High
    6.7/10 98 votes

    #2 - Cooley High

    Season 4 Episode 2 - Aired 5/30/2021

    Emmett comes clean to Tiff. A college tour forces Kevin and Jake to consider their futures. Douda makes a decision that will change the face of Chicago. Jada gets some unexpected news. Papa starts a podcast. Trig reunites with an old friend.

    Director: Gandja Monteiro

    Writer: Jewel Coronel

  • Native Son
    6.4/10 97 votes

    #3 - Native Son

    Season 4 Episode 3 - Aired 6/6/2021

    Tiff discovers a possible solution to her ongoing relationship woes with her new husband Emmett. Mayor Douda, Tracy and Trig decide it’s time to take community protection into their own hands. Meanwhile, Kevin and Jemma hit a rough patch in their relationship.

    Director: Samir Rehem

    Writer: Patrik-Ian Polk

  • The Girl From Chicago
    6.5/10 92 votes

    #4 - The Girl From Chicago

    Season 4 Episode 4 - Aired 6/13/2021

    Jake, Jemma and Kevin organize an on-campus protest. Emmett and Tiff set new boundaries for their relationship. Imani schemes to break a girl out of the 63rd St. Mob's trap house. Dre’s frequent disappearances leave Nina suspicious. Jada gives Emmett some unexpected news.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Spook Who Sat By The Door
    6.9/10 99 votes

    #5 - The Spook Who Sat By The Door

    Season 4 Episode 5 - Aired 6/20/2021

    Douda, Roselyn and Marcus prepare for the gala. Kiesha goes into labor. Kevin and Jemma's relationship reaches a breaking point. Trig and Shaad have a falling out.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Candyman
    6.5/10 91 votes

    #6 - Candyman

    Season 4 Episode 6 - Aired 6/27/2021

    Kiesha adjusts to life after birth. Papa tries to broker peace between Kevin and Jake. Jada struggles under the weight of her condition. Nina’s suspicion of Dre reaches a peak. Tiff and Dom get a business opportunity.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • ...Black Messiah
    6.6/10 69 votes

    #7 - ...Black Messiah

    Season 4 Episode 7 - Aired 7/11/2021

    Emmett and Tiff explore new things as a couple; Trig tries to counsel Jamal when he reaches his breaking point; Imani takes are of the trap house for good; Kevin journeys to the West Side with a new friend; Pap teaches Jake how to woo his lady

    Director: Kimi Howl Lee

    Writer: N/A

  • Love Jones
    7.2/10 86 votes

    #8 - Love Jones

    Season 4 Episode 8 - Aired 7/18/2021

    Kevin and Papa pull out all the stops to get their women back. Emmett treats Tiff to a night on the town. Kiesha and Christian get to know each other better.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Southside With You
    7.5/10 79 votes

    #9 - Southside With You

    Season 4 Episode 9 - Aired 7/25/2021

    Emmett and Darnell spend time with Jada; Jake and Jemma attend the spring formal; tensions between Douda and Marcus rise; Kevin makes his move; Trig gets caught in a mess he didn't create.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • A Raisin in the Sun
    7.6/10 87 votes

    #10 - A Raisin in the Sun

    Season 4 Episode 10 - Aired 8/1/2021

    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: N/A

    Writer: N/A