Lena Waithe
Director
The Chi (2018)
Season 1
On the South Side of Chicago, fates can change in an instant and beauty and community persist even when tragedy intervenes. As lives intersect, the people who call The Chi home strive to make the right choices and overcome life’s challenges.
Released Jan. 7, 2018
Episode 53 min
16+
Genres: Drama
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Watch Providers: fuboTV, Spectrum On Demand, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel, Paramount+ with ShowtimeParamount Plus Apple TV Channel
Production Companies: Fox 21 Television Studios, Showtime Networks, Hillman Grad Productions, Elwood Reid, id8 mm. + 5 more, Verse Productions, Kapital Entertainment, Hillionaire Productions, Freedom Road Productions, 20th Television
Network: Paramount+ with Showtime
Country: United States
Languages:
English
7.7
S1E1 - Pilot
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.
Jan. 7, 2018, midnight
7.1
S1E2 - Alee
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.
Jan. 14, 2018, midnight
6.9
S1E3 - Ghosts
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.
Jan. 21, 2018, midnight
5.7
S1E4 - Quaking Grass
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.
Jan. 28, 2018, midnight
6.9
S1E5 - Today was a Good Day
A neighborhood block party brings Brandon, Ronnie, Emmett and Kevin together. Brandon has a confrontation with Ronnie and gets surprised by Jerrika.
Feb. 11, 2018, midnight
5.2
S1E6 - Penetrate a Fraud
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.
Feb. 18, 2018, midnight
5.5
S1E7 - The Whistle
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.
Feb. 25, 2018, midnight
5.8
S1E8 - Wallets
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.
March 4, 2018, midnight
5.3
S1E9 - Namaste Muthafucka
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.
March 11, 2018, midnight
5.0
S1E10 - Ease On Down The Road
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.
March 18, 2018, midnight
Network: Paramount+ with Showtime
Episode Runtime: 53 min.
Season Runtime: 4170 min.
Released: Jan. 7, 2018
Last Air Date: Aug. 3, 2025, midnight
Status: Returning Series
Certification: TV-MA
Common sense age: 16+
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