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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 Worst Episode
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    The Chi Season 4 Episode 3 - Native Son
    6.2/10(143 votes)

    S4:E3

    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

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  2. The Chi Season 5 Episode 1 - Overnight Celebrity
    6.5/10(149 votes)

    S5:E1

    Emmett attempts to win Tiff back. Kiesha looks to start a new chapter for her and her son. Kevin takes his passion to a new level. Jake tries out for the basketball team. Papa’s announcement at the school pep rally quickly takes a turn for the worse. Jada hits a roadblock in her relationship with Suede. Trig takes a major step while continuing his efforts to protect the community. Douda and an old face return to visit Tracy.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Chi Season 4 Episode 4 - The Girl From Chicago
    6.6/10(136 votes)

    S4:E4

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Chi Season 4 Episode 6 - Candyman
    6.6/10(134 votes)

    S4:E6

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Chi Season 4 Episode 2 - Cooley High
    6.7/10(141 votes)

    S4:E2

    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

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  6. The Chi Season 4 Episode 5 - The Spook Who Sat By The Door
    6.8/10(138 votes)

    S4:E5

    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:Gandja Monteiro
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Chi Season 3 Episode 1 - Foe 'Nem
    7.0/10(228 votes)

    S3:E1

    A wedding alters Kevin and Kiesha's lives. Emmett juggles his business and his growing family. Ronnie struggles to find his way. Jake's estranged brother Trig lands back in town on a mission.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. The Chi Season 3 Episode 3 - Buss Down
    7.1/10(157 votes)

    S3:E3

    The Williams family goes into a tailspin. Emmett and Tiff devise a plan to move in with Jada while he gets his new business off the ground. Ronnie gets a not-so-friendly reminder that his neighborhood has a long memory of his past deeds.

    Director:Gandja Monteiro
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Chi Season 4 Episode 1 - Soul Food
    7.1/10(162 votes)

    S4:E1

    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
    Writers:Lena Waithe, Justin Hillian

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  10. The Chi Season 4 Episode 8 - Love Jones
    7.1/10(126 votes)

    S4:E8

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Chi Season 3 Episode 2 - Brewfurd
    7.2/10(183 votes)

    S3:E2

    Kevin rallies Papa and Jake for help. Emmett finds a short-term solution to his food shortage problem. Jada samples the dating scene and a local trap kitchen run by Dom. Trig devises a plan to get custody of his brother Jake from Douda.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Chi Season 3 Episode 10 - A Couple, Two, Three
    7.2/10(149 votes)

    S3:E10

    Ronnie finds absolution. Emmett and Tiff take a step toward their future. Trig plays his final card against Douda. Life events mature Kevin, Jake and Papa.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Chi Season 5 Episode 4 - On Me
    7.2/10(109 votes)

    S5:E4

    Emmett helps Kiesha as she struggles with balancing motherhood and college. Trig and Shaad canvas the community. Jemma confronts Jake. Douda issues Tracy an ultimatum.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. The Chi Season 4 Episode 7 - ...Black Messiah
    7.3/10(107 votes)

    S4:E7

    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:Unknown

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  15. The Chi Season 1 Episode 6 - Penetrate a Fraud
    7.4/10(227 votes)

    S1:E6

    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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  16. The Chi Season 2 Episode 3 - Past Due
    7.4/10(175 votes)

    S2:E3

    Brandon gets a new opportunity. Kevin and Maisha form an unlikely friendship. Emmett takes on more responsibility at work. Cruz deals with blowback from Ronnie’s confession. Ronnie receives some shocking news. Toussaint gets a lead on her case.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:J. David Shanks

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  17. The Chi Season 2 Episode 6 - A Leg Up
    7.4/10(162 votes)

    S2:E6

    Brandon competes in the finals of The After Taste Food Competition. Emmett tries to smooth things over with the women in his life. Kevin and Jake get into a fight. Ronnie and Jada grow closer after a family secret comes to light.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Chi Season 3 Episode 5 - Terror Town
    7.4/10(146 votes)

    S3:E5

    Ronnie’s memories threaten to drown his progress and an unexpected visit threatens Trig’s battle to get custody of Jake.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. The Chi Season 4 Episode 10 - A Raisin in the Sun
    7.4/10(126 votes)

    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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  20. The Chi Season 5 Episode 6 - Bring It On Home To Me
    7.4/10(105 votes)

    S5:E6

    Emmett comes clean. Darnell and Jada have a romantic date night. A big gaming win takes Kevin’s life in a new direction. Jemma makes a decision. Trig struggles with maintaining his truth.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. The Chi Season 1 Episode 5 - Today was a Good Day
    7.5/10(239 votes)

    S1:E5

    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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  22. The Chi Season 2 Episode 7 - Blind Eye
    7.5/10(160 votes)

    S2:E7

    Detective Cruz is left to make a difficult choice. Brandon gets some insight into Douda's past. Jerrika drops a bomb about her career. Emmett tries to figure out who Keisha is dating. Ronnie opens up to Jada, who helps him heal old wounds.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:J. David Shanks

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  23. The Chi Season 1 Episode 2 - Alee
    7.6/10(297 votes)

    S1:E2

    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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  24. The Chi Season 1 Episode 3 - Ghosts
    7.6/10(266 votes)

    S1:E3

    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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  25. The Chi Season 1 Episode 4 - Quaking Grass
    7.6/10(249 votes)

    S1:E4

    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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Worst Episodes Summary

"Native Son" is the worst rated episode of "The Chi". It scored 6.2/10 based on 143 votes. Directed by Samir Rehem and written by Patrik-Ian Polk, it aired on 6/6/2021. This episode scored 0.3 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Overnight Celebrity".