The Chi
Love lives on.
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.
Episodes
This season, life in the Chi reverberates between the highest highs and lowest lows. Big dreams are finally realized but at a cost and everyone will be tested in unimaginable ways as they calculate the risks and rewards of their next big move.
1New Chi City
60 minAug 6, 2023★ 6.5
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.
2Mo' Douda, Mo' Problems
56 minAug 13, 2023★ 4.9
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.
3House Party
51 minAug 20, 2023
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.
4ReUp
56 minAug 27, 2023
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.
5One of Them Nights
59 minSep 3, 2023
Kevin, Jake, Papa and the crew celebrate a major milestone. Emmett questions Douda. Kiesha asks for help. Jamal issues a warning to Bakari. Shaad makes a potentially life-altering decision.
6Boyz II Men
60 minSep 10, 2023
Pressure mounts on Victor. Emmett makes Douda an offer. A defiant Papa tests his father Pastor Stanley’s patience. Dre’s actions spark doubt in Nina. Kevin celebrates a major achievement.
7Long Live
53 minSep 17, 2023
The community reels at a loss. Jake’s sage advice to Victor provides clarity. A past memory sparks a breakthrough for Kiesha. Bakari confronts Nuck. Nina makes a startling confession.
8Who Shot Ya?
56 minSep 24, 2023★ 4.0
The aftermath of unexpected events ripples through the city. Darnell makes a bold offer. Alicia confronts Tiff.
9The Aftermath
51 minMay 12, 2024★ 6.6
Victor and Emmett each deal with the consequences of their taking on Douda.
10Want This Smoke
50 minMay 19, 2024
Victor learns the value of compromise. Shaad makes an unlikely connection.
11Saints & Sinners
47 minMay 26, 2024
Emmett and Darnell's father-son time is interrupted by a revelation.
12City of Gold
48 minJun 2, 2024
Emmett looks to a new partnership as a solution to all his problems.
13Legacy
43 minJun 9, 2024
Douda's birthday sparks emotions. Emmett and Kiesha confront new problems.
14Smoke & Mirrors
46 minJun 16, 2024
Jake does his best to distract a restless Victor. Alicia issues a warning.
15Tower of Terror
45 minJun 23, 2024
Emmett struggles with his new normal. Roselyn stresses over her own safety.
16Thanksgiving
45 minJun 30, 2024
Thanksgiving marks a time for reunions and revelations as families gather to celebrate.
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