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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 2 Episode 3 - Past Due
    1.0/10(156 votes)

    #1 - Past Due

    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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  2. The Chi Season 2 Episode 4 - Showdown
    1.0/10(157 votes)

    #2 - Showdown

    S2:E4

    Brandon stresses over The After Taste Food Competition and makes a deal with Emmett, while an accident at Sonny’s threatens Emmett’s job. Kevin, Jake and Papa cause mayhem on picture day at school. Ronnie adjusts to a new life he didn’t expect. Reg gets called on the carpet by Douda and a revelation comes to light.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. The Chi Season 2 Episode 5 - Feeling the Heat
    1.0/10(163 votes)

    #3 - Feeling the Heat

    S2:E5

    Brandon and Emmett come together for some Chicago summertime fun on one of the hottest days of the year. Kevin deals with a death in the family. Ronnie reconnects with Rafiq and gets some helpful advice. Toussaint and Cruz make a major move on the home invasion case. Reg and Douda form a plan to fix the gang’s problem.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. The Chi Season 2 Episode 6 - A Leg Up
    1.0/10(144 votes)

    #4 - A Leg Up

    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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  5. The Chi Season 2 Episode 7 - Blind Eye
    1.0/10(141 votes)

    #5 - Blind Eye

    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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  6. The Chi Season 2 Episode 8 - Lean Into It
    1.0/10(145 votes)

    #6 - Lean Into It

    S2:E8

    Brandon takes a big step with Jerrika; a new opportunity forces Emmett's hand; Kevin makes a new friend and a fateful decision; Ronnie spirals out of control.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. The Chi Season 2 Episode 9 - Guilt, Viral Videos, and Ass Whuppings
    1.0/10(141 votes)

    #7 - Guilt, Viral Videos, and Ass Whuppings

    S2:E9

    Brandon and Emmett hatch a plan. Emmett starts his new job. Ronnie deals with the consequences of his actions. Kevin gets into hot water with his mom. Detectives Toussaint and Cruz make an exciting discovery.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:J. David Shanks

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  8. The Chi Season 2 Episode 10 - The Scorpion and the Frog
    1.0/10(177 votes)

    #8 - The Scorpion and the Frog

    S2:E10

    Brandon is faced with a life-altering decision. Emmett takes a step toward adulthood and Kevin tries out a new look. A trip down South leads Ronnie to confront his demons. Detectives Toussaint and Cruz make a big arrest.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. The Chi Season 3 Episode 3 - Buss Down
    1.0/10(139 votes)

    #9 - Buss Down

    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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  10. The Chi Season 3 Episode 7 - A Stain
    1.0/10(149 votes)

    #10 - A Stain

    S3:E7

    Ronnie laments a loss. Emmett and Dom get help from landlord Zeke in their new effort. Kiesha is resigned to her fate but vows to fight. Jemma melts Kevin’s heart. Politics pit Douda against Camille.

    Director:Sam Bailey
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. The Chi Season 3 Episode 8 - Frunchroom
    1.0/10(145 votes)

    #11 - Frunchroom

    S3:E8

    Kiesha remains trapped in her own personal nightmare while Kevin, Nina and Dre worry about the future.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. The Chi Season 3 Episode 9 - Lackin'
    1.0/10(156 votes)

    #12 - Lackin'

    S3:E9

    Ronnie is praised by his church community, while others won't let him forget his mistakes; Emmett and Dom prepare for their grand opening; Kevin tries to balance obligations.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. The Chi Season 3 Episode 10 - A Couple, Two, Three
    1.0/10(126 votes)

    #13 - A Couple, Two, Three

    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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  14. The Chi Season 4 Episode 7 - ...Black Messiah
    1.0/10(86 votes)

    #14 - ...Black Messiah

    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 4 Episode 8 - Love Jones
    1.0/10(104 votes)

    #15 - Love Jones

    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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  16. The Chi Season 4 Episode 9 - Southside With You
    1.0/10(95 votes)

    #16 - Southside With You

    S4:E9

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. The Chi Season 4 Episode 10 - A Raisin in the Sun
    1.0/10(105 votes)

    #17 - A Raisin in the Sun

    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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  18. The Chi Season 5 Episode 3 - This Christmas
    1.0/10(97 votes)

    #18 - This Christmas

    S5:E3

    Emmett and Kiesha bond over being single parents. A discovery prompts Jada to confront Suede. Trig and Jake enjoy Christmas morning with their family. Papa tries and fails to apologize. Tiff and Rob’s relationship grows stronger after a holiday mishap. Douda delivers a Christmas miracle for the community.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. The Chi Season 5 Episode 4 - On Me
    1.0/10(89 votes)

    #19 - On Me

    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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  20. The Chi Season 5 Episode 5 - We Don’t Have To Take Our Clothes Off
    1.0/10(93 votes)

    #20 - We Don’t Have To Take Our Clothes Off

    S5:E5

    Kiesha and Emmett’s relationship takes an unexpected turn. Jemma and Jake confront the truth. Kevin attends a cosplay party. Trig finds a surprising connection. Papa bonds with Bakari.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. The Chi Season 5 Episode 8 - Sweet Thing
    1.0/10(86 votes)

    #21 - Sweet Thing

    S5:E8

    Valentine’s Day brings unexpected developments. Trig and Shaad hit the town, while Jada and Darnell’s plans are ruined. Emmett makes a mature decision. Jake and Jemma’s day together ends in a confession. Kiesha and Tiff meet up.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. The Chi Season 5 Episode 9 - I’m Looking For a New Thing
    1.0/10(73 votes)

    #22 - I’m Looking For a New Thing

    S5:E9

    Emmett and Kiesha explore the day. Tiff opens up to Rob. Kevin is confronted by his parents. Jake and Papa's friendship is tested. Jada and Darnell make plans, while Douda makes a fateful decision.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. The Chi Season 5 Episode 10 - I Am the Blues
    1.0/10(76 votes)

    #23 - I Am the Blues

    S5:E10

    Emmett supports Jada. Kiesha and Tiff reach a resolution. Pressure mounts on Douda. Trig makes major decision. Season finale.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. The Chi Season 6 Episode 3 - House Party
    1.0/10(74 votes)

    #24 - House Party

    S6:E3

    Emmett contends with an unexpected gift. Victor surprises Fatima. Lynae starts to doubt Bakari’s intentions. Papa defends Kenya. Darnell issues a warning, while Rob looks for clues.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. The Chi Season 6 Episode 4 - ReUp
    1.0/10(71 votes)

    #25 - ReUp

    S6:E4

    A welcome new development in Douda’s life is complicated by some ominous news from Roselyn. The strains of their busy lives wear on Emmett and Kiesha. Tiff and Rob make strides with their business. Papa introduces Kenya to the crew, while Maisha questions Jemma’s dedication. The men of The Chi turn to each other for support.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Worst Episodes Summary

"Past Due" is the worst rated episode of "The Chi". It scored 1/10 based on 156 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by J. David Shanks, it aired on 4/21/2019. This episode scored 0.0 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Showdown".