The BEST episodes of The Chi
Every episode of The Chi ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Chi!
A relevant, timely and distinctive coming-of-age story following a half dozen interrelated characters in the South Side of Chicago.
#1 - White Russian
Season 8 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/31/2026
Shaad and Victor's fight to get out of their unfair prison sentence sends Patience down a path to find proof of their innocence. Meanwhile, Emmett faces two major parenting crises, leading him to question if he's a good father. Jake throws another party with the help of Bakari and Papa. Nuck decides to bring in new blood, which shakes things up at the 63rd Street mob. Tiff, under Nuck's influence, gets pulled deeper into her bad bitch era and into his arms.
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#2 - Coldest Winter Ever
Season 8 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/24/2026
In the immediate aftermath of Alicia's murder, Rashaad and Victor must navigate the police investigation while keeping their hands clean; Emmett and Kiesha struggle to keep their family unit together as external pressures mount.
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#3 - Sweet Thing
Season 5 - Episode 8 - Aired 8/14/2022
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.
#4 - A Stain
Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/2/2020
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.
#5 - I Am the Blues
Season 5 - Episode 10 - Aired 9/4/2022
Emmett supports Jada. Kiesha and Tiff come to a resolution. Pressure mounts on Douda. Trig makes a life-altering decision.
#6 - Mo' Douda, Mo' Problems
Season 6 - Episode 2 - Aired 8/13/2023
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.
#7 - The Scorpion and the Frog
Season 2 - Episode 10 - Aired 6/16/2019
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.
#8 - Tha Block is Hot
Season 7 - Episode 10 - Aired 7/18/2025
Emmett is forced to reevaluate what's truly important to him. Meanwhile, Alicia tries to strike a deal with Detective Toussaint.
#9 - Thanksgiving
Season 6 - Episode 16 - Aired 6/30/2024
Thanksgiving marks a time for reunions and revelations as families gather to celebrate.
#10 - Angels
Season 5 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/7/2022
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.
#11 - The Spook Who Sat By The Door
Season 4 - Episode 5 - Aired 6/20/2021
Douda, Roselyn and Marcus prepare for the gala. Kiesha goes into labor. Kevin and Jemma's relationship reaches a breaking point. Trig and Shaad have a falling out.
#12 - Tower of Terror
Season 6 - Episode 15 - Aired 6/23/2024
Rob and Tiff host Thanksgiving, but not without interference from Alicia. Meanwhile, Douda seeks revenge on all who've done him wrong, leaving everyone in the Chi on edge. Sensing the tension, Roselyn stresses over Douda's safety.
#13 - One of Them Nights
Season 6 - Episode 5 - Aired 9/3/2023
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.
#14 - We Don’t Have To Take Our Clothes Off
Season 5 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/24/2022
Kiesha and Emmett's relationship takes a turn. Jemma and Jake confront the truth. Kevin attends a cosplay party. Trig finds an unexpected connection. Papa and Bakari bond.
#15 - Lean into It
Season 2 - Episode 8 - Aired 6/2/2019
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.
#16 - Feeling the Heat
Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 5/5/2019
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.
#17 - A Bet is a Bet
Season 7 - Episode 8 - Aired 7/4/2025
Detective Toussaint proposes a partnership to Nuck. Damien finds himself in the middle of a bet with consequences that will cost more than just money.
#18 - ...Black Messiah
Season 4 - Episode 7 - Aired 7/11/2021
Emmett and Tiff explore new things as a couple. Trig tries to counsel Jamal when he reaches his breaking point. Imani takes care of the trap house for good. Kevin journeys to the West Side with a new friend. Papa teaches Jake how to woo his lady. Nina and Dre throw Kiesha an impromptu party.
#19 - Candyman
Season 4 - Episode 6 - Aired 6/27/2021
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.
#20 - Do the Chi Thing
Season 7 - Episode 6 - Aired 6/20/2025
Emmett and Kiesha put their relationship and parenting skills to the test. Tiff opens herself up to other connections. Damien takes a big risk.
#21 - Boyz II Men
Season 6 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/10/2023
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.
#22 - Native Son
Season 4 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/6/2021
Tiff discovers a possible solution to her ongoing relationship woes with her new husband Emmett. Mayor Douda, Tracy and Trig decide it's time to take community protection into their own hands. Meanwhile, Kevin and Jemma hit a rough patch in their relationship.
#23 - A Raisin in the Sun
Season 4 - Episode 10 - Aired 8/1/2021
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.
#24 - Southside With You
Season 4 - Episode 9 - Aired 7/25/2021
Emmett and Darnell spend quality time with Jada. Jake and Jemma attend the spring formal. Tensions between Douda and Marcus rise. Kevin makes his move on Lynae. Trig gets caught up in a mess he didn’t create.
#25 - Who Shot Ya?
Season 6 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/24/2023
The aftermath of unexpected events ripples through the city. Darnell makes a bold offer. Alicia confronts Tiff.