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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 Fan Favorite
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    The Chi Season 3 Episode 1 - Foe 'Nem
    8.0/10(208 votes)

    #1 - Foe 'Nem

    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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  2. The Chi Season 4 Episode 1 - Soul Food
    7.6/10(139 votes)

    #2 - Soul Food

    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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  3. The Chi Season 6 Episode 9 - The Aftermath
    7.6/10(92 votes)

    #3 - The Aftermath

    S6:E9

    Victor and Emmett each deal with the consequences of their taking on Douda.

    Director:Boma Iluma
    Writers:Lena Waithe, Justin Hillian

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  4. The Chi Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.4/10(459 votes)

    #4 - Pilot

    S1:E1

    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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  5. The Chi Season 6 Episode 1 - New Chi City
    7.4/10(97 votes)

    #5 - New Chi City

    S6:E1

    Emmett’s new venture yields big results for his bottom line but strains his personal life. Kiesha and Jake chart exciting new career paths. Victor awaits the election results. Kevin’s freedom comes at a cost. Papa falls for an older woman, while Jada advises her single friends. Douda makes a deal.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. The Chi Season 5 Episode 6 - Bring It On Home To Me
    7.0/10(86 votes)

    #6 - Bring It On Home To Me

    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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  7. The Chi Season 1 Episode 2 - Alee
    6.6/10(275 votes)

    #7 - Alee

    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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  8. The Chi Season 5 Episode 1 - Overnight Celebrity
    6.6/10(128 votes)

    #8 - Overnight Celebrity

    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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  9. The Chi Season 6 Episode 2 - Mo' Douda, Mo' Problems
    6.4/10(96 votes)

    #9 - Mo' Douda, Mo' Problems

    S6:E2

    Emmett and Kiesha take a big leap while Shaad launches a new business with Deja’s help. Jamal returns to town on a mission. Papa struggles with his faith and Pastor Stanley’s interfering. Rob and Tiff make a potentially life-altering connection.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. The Chi Season 1 Episode 5 - Today was a Good Day
    6.3/10(218 votes)

    #10 - Today was a Good Day

    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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  11. The Chi Season 1 Episode 3 - Ghosts
    6.2/10(243 votes)

    #11 - Ghosts

    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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  12. The Chi Season 4 Episode 4 - The Girl From Chicago
    6.0/10(114 votes)

    #12 - The Girl From Chicago

    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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  13. The Chi Season 4 Episode 6 - Candyman
    6.0/10(111 votes)

    #13 - Candyman

    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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  14. The Chi Season 3 Episode 2 - Brewfurd
    5.5/10(165 votes)

    #14 - Brewfurd

    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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  15. The Chi Season 3 Episode 4 - Gangway
    5.5/10(146 votes)

    #15 - Gangway

    S3:E4

    Ronnie finds a new calling in his bid for redemption and Emmett lets his dad Darnell and his insecurities get the best of him.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Chi Season 3 Episode 5 - Terror Town
    5.5/10(127 votes)

    #16 - Terror Town

    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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  17. The Chi Season 3 Episode 6 - Woo Woo Woo
    5.5/10(135 votes)

    #17 - Woo Woo Woo

    S3:E6

    Kevin’s birthday finds him in far from a celebrating mood and Ronnie takes his grandmother Ms. Ethel on a whirl back in time.

    Director:Darren Grant
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. The Chi Season 5 Episode 7 - Angels
    5.5/10(82 votes)

    #18 - Angels

    S5:E7

    Emmett and Tiff must unite as co-parents after learning unexpected news about their son. Kiesha gets advice from her counselor. Kevin struggles to balance dating and his gaming competitions. A shocking event leaves Jemma, Papa and Jake to deal with the aftermath.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Mia A. Brumfield

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  19. The Chi Season 7 Episode 8 - A Bet is a Bet
    5.5/10(75 votes)

    #19 - A Bet is a Bet

    S7:E8

    Detective Toussaint proposes a tempting partnership to Nuck.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. The Chi Season 1 Episode 4 - Quaking Grass
    5.1/10(228 votes)

    #20 - Quaking Grass

    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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  21. The Chi Season 5 Episode 2 - Oh Girl
    5.0/10(103 votes)

    #21 - Oh Girl

    S5:E2

    Emmett’s co-parenting struggles lead him to some questionable advice. Jake reconnects with someone from his past. Kiesha’s college housing plans go awry. Tiff’s relationship with Rob heats up. Kevin sets his sights on a new love interest while navigating his gaming club. Papa struggles with being cancelled. Jada reveals a secret to Suede. Trig considers a new role in the community.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. The Chi Season 6 Episode 8 - Who Shot Ya?
    4.9/10(89 votes)

    #22 - Who Shot Ya?

    S6:E8

    The aftermath of unexpected events ripples through the city. Darnell makes a bold offer. Alicia confronts Tiff.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. The Chi Season 1 Episode 8 - Wallets
    4.8/10(188 votes)

    #23 - Wallets

    S1:E8

    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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  24. The Chi Season 1 Episode 9 - Namaste Muthafucka
    4.8/10(204 votes)

    #24 - Namaste Muthafucka

    S1:E9

    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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  25. The Chi Season 2 Episode 1 - Eruptions
    4.8/10(186 votes)

    #25 - Eruptions

    S2:E1

    Brandon deals with an unfortunate turn of events that takes him back to Reg. Jada makes a decision that forces Emmett to grow up. Kevin, Jake and Papa hatch a plan to do a project for school. Ronnie takes an inmate under his wing.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"Foe 'Nem" is the best rated episode of "The Chi". It scored 8/10 based on 208 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 6/21/2020. This episode scored 0.4 points higher than the second highest rated, "Soul Food".