The BEST episodes of The Chi season 1

Every episode of The Chi season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Chi season 1!

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.

Last Updated: 10/30/2024Network: Paramount+ with ShowtimeStatus: Continuing
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Pilot
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8.12
625 votes

#1 - Pilot

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/7/2018

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.

Directors: Rick Famuyiwa
Writer: Lena Waithe
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Namaste Muthafucka
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7.97
385 votes

#2 - Namaste Muthafucka

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 3/11/2018

Brandon attempts a reconciliation with Jerrika, but struggles to establish his business. Kevin realizes he can't stop Jake. Emmett reels when Jada is offered a job in another state.

Directors: Zetna Fuentes
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Wallets
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7.97
389 votes

#3 - Wallets

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 3/4/2018

Brandon branches out on his own, while Emmett searches for his son after Tiffany takes him away. Ronnie seeks redemption at a mosque where he meets Rafiq. Kevin tries to stop his best friend from going down a dark path.

Directors: Tanya Hamilton
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Ease On Down the Road
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7.92
360 votes

#4 - Ease On Down the Road

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 3/18/2018

Ronnie faces his past crimes. Meanwhile, Brandon's plan to finance his business goes awry. Kevin stars in the school play and attends a cast party with his friends. Emmett decides to fight for full custody. Season finale.

Directors: Justin Tipping
Writer: Elwood Reid
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Alee
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7.84
526 votes

#5 - Alee

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/14/2018

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.

Directors: David Rodriguez
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Quaking Grass
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7.83
465 votes

#6 - Quaking Grass

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/28/2018

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.

Directors: Tanya Hamilton
Writer: Lena Waithe
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Today Was a Good Day
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7.83
426 votes

#7 - Today Was a Good Day

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 2/11/2018

A neighborhood block party brings Brandon, Ronnie, Emmett and Kevin together. Brandon has a confrontation with Ronnie and gets surprised by Jerrika.

Directors: Darren Grant
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The Whistle
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7.81
393 votes

#8 - The Whistle

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 2/25/2018

Brandon compromises his employment by defending a co-worker. Emmett spends an eye-opening day with Quentin. At the roller rink, Kevin tries to get Andrea's attention.

Directors: David Rodriguez
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Ghosts
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7.80
492 votes

#9 - Ghosts

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/21/2018

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.

Directors: David Rodriguez
Writer: Lena Waithe
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Penetrate a Fraud
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7.72
409 votes

#10 - Penetrate a Fraud

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/18/2018

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.

Directors: Roxann Dawson
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