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.
Season 1
10 episodes
Premiered Jan 6, 2018
Season 2
10 episodes
Premiered Apr 6, 2019
Season 3
10 episodes
Premiered Jun 20, 2020
Season 4
10 episodes
Premiered May 22, 2021
Season 5
10 episodes
Premiered Jun 26, 2022
Season 6
16 episodes
Premiered Aug 5, 2023
Season 7
12 episodes
Premiered May 18, 2025
Season 8
10 episodes
Premiered May 24, 2026
Ep 1Pilot
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.
Ep 2Alee
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.
Ep 3Ghosts
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.
Ep 4Quaking 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.
Ep 5Today 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.
Ep 6Penetrate 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.
Showtime
USLong-running premium label associated with edgy dramas, thrillers, and documentaries.
Showtime
USLong-running premium label associated with edgy dramas, thrillers, and documentaries.
