The Chi

The Chi (2018- )

RunningScripted showDrama

The Chi is a timely coming-of-age story centering on a group of residents who become linked by coincidence but bonded by the need for connection and redemption. Kevin is the pre-teen who must step past shattered illusions and embrace the normal rites of childhood, while Brandon the dreamer makes his own nearly impossible leap of faith to succeed in life and love with girlfriend Jerrika. Emmett is the carefree teen is thrust into complex responsibility with guidance from his mother Jada, and Ronnie is the drifter whose struggle to love and be loved calls into question his every pursuit.

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Scheduleevery Friday (53 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S07E12Rebirthaoût 1, 2025
S07E11Ready or Notjuil. 25, 2025
S07E10Tha Block Is Hotjuil. 18, 2025
S07E09Last Respectsjuil. 11, 2025
S07E08A Bet Is a Betjuil. 4, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Chi' premiere?

'The Chi' premiered on January 7, 2018.

Who created 'The Chi'?

'The Chi' was created by Lena Waithe.

Where is 'The Chi' set?

'The Chi' is set in the South Side of Chicago, Illinois.

What is the genre of 'The Chi'?

'The Chi' is a drama series.

Who directed the pilot episode of 'The Chi'?

Rick Famuyiwa directed the pilot episode of 'The Chi'.

Who is the executive producer of 'The Chi'?

Common, Elwood Reid, Aaron Kaplan, Derek Dudley, Shelby Stone, and Rick Famuyiwa are the executive producers of 'The Chi'.

Who plays the character Brandon on 'The Chi'?

Jason Mitchell plays the character Brandon on 'The Chi'.

Which actor portrays the character Emmett on 'The Chi'?

Jacob Latimore portrays the character Emmett on 'The Chi'.

What is the main storyline of 'The Chi'?

'The Chi' explores the lives of residents in the South Side of Chicago and the challenges they face.

Who plays the character Kevin on 'The Chi'?

Alex R. Hibbert plays the character Kevin on 'The Chi'.

What is the name of the actress who portrays the character Jada on 'The Chi'?

Yolonda Ross portrays the character Jada on 'The Chi'.

Who plays the character Ronnie on 'The Chi'?

Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine plays the character Ronnie on 'The Chi'.

Which actor portrays the character Otis Perry on 'The Chi'?

Curtiss Cook portrays the character Otis Perry on 'The Chi'.

What is the relationship between Brandon and Jerrika on 'The Chi'?

Brandon and Jerrika are in a romantic relationship on 'The Chi'.

Who plays the character Ethel on 'The Chi'?

LaDonna Tittle plays the character Ethel on 'The Chi'.

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Also known as

  • Чикаго (Bulgaria)

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