The WORST episodes of The Chi
Every episode of The Chi ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst 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 - Smoke & Mirrors
Season 6 - Episode 14 - Aired 6/16/2024
Jake does his best to distract a restless Victor; Alicia makes a deal and issues a warning; Papa takes centre stage while Britney confides in Maisha and Jemma.
#2 - Last Respects
Season 7 - Episode 9 - Aired 7/11/2025
Nuck makes a house-call to an unsuspecting friend. Alicia, with an idea, visits Tiff in the hospital. A guilt-heavy Damien makes a promise.
#3 - 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.
#4 - White Widow
Season 8 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/14/2026
Tiff grapples with her feelings for Nuck after a vulnerable confession; Emmett and Kiesha take steps toward their future as Bakari settles into his new jobs; Jake expands his business, but like all good parties, unexpected drama arises.
#5 - 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.
#6 - More Life
Season 7 - Episode 3 - Aired 5/30/2025
Tiff and Kiesha celebrate their bumps with a double baby shower. Jemma goes to Jake to discuss her next career move. Charles holds Pastor Zeke accountable given his recent scandal. Meanwhile, Jake and Bakari's friendship suffers an unexpected blow.
#7 - A Couple, Two, Three
Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 8/23/2020
Ronnie finds absolution. Emmett and Tiff take a step toward their future. Trig plays his final card against Douda. Life events mature Kevin, Jake and Papa.
#8 - City of Gold
Season 6 - Episode 12 - Aired 6/2/2024
Emmett looks to a new partnership as a solution to all his problems; Victor is haunted by his past mistakes; Papa makes a big decision; devastating news sends Kiesha reeling.
#9 - 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.
#10 - 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.
#11 - Ready or Not
Season 7 - Episode 11 - Aired 7/25/2025
Alicia turns up the heat in her personal revenge mission. Shaad takes his time with a new love interest while Papa presents Pastor Zeke with an idea.
#12 - Black Friday
Season 7 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/16/2025
Alicia, on a mission to find her son's killer, starts her rampage; Nuck takes over as the new leader of the 63rd street mob; as the news about Rob spreads, Fatima gives Victor a heavy ultimatum; Bakari makes a deal to secure his future.
#13 - Mother's Day
Season 7 - Episode 4 - Aired 6/6/2025
Emmett hosts all his baby mamas in one place for Mother's Day. Meanwhile, Alicia gathers mothers who have lost their children, fueling her grief.
#14 - Past Due
Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/21/2019
Brandon gets a new opportunity. Kevin and Maisha form an unlikely friendship. Emmett takes on more responsibility at work. Cruz deals with blowback from Ronnie’s confession. Ronnie receives some shocking news. Toussaint gets a lead on her case.
#15 - Legacy
Season 6 - Episode 13 - Aired 6/9/2024
Douda's birthday sparks emotions; shocking news brings new problems for Emmett and Kiesha; Damien makes a surprising discovery while Alonzo takes a bold step.
#16 - Showdown
Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/28/2019
Brandon stresses over The After Taste Food Competition and makes a deal with Emmett, while an accident at Sonny’s threatens Emmett’s job. Kevin, Jake and Papa cause mayhem on picture day at school. Ronnie adjusts to a new life he didn’t expect. Reg gets called on the carpet by Douda and a revelation comes to light.
#17 - The Fall Out
Season 7 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/23/2025
Tiff finds an unlikely partner in Victor – and a more unlikely connection with Nuck. Meanwhile, Jake inadvertently exposes his affair with Tatiana, triggering a scandal. Things come to a head when Emmett tries to juggle all the kids at work.
#18 - 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.
#19 - Terror Town
Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/19/2020
Ronnie’s memories threaten to drown his progress. An unexpected visit threatens Trig’s battle to get custody of Jake. Kevin and his friend’s adventure tests the limits of their fight-or-flight instincts. Emmett capitalizes on a predicament. Jada meets Tomas’ family.
#20 - Foe 'Nem
Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/21/2020
A wedding alters Kevin and Kiesha's lives. Emmett juggles his business and his growing family. Ronnie struggles to find his way. Jake's estranged brother Trig lands back in town on a mission.
#21 - A Leg Up
Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 5/12/2019
Brandon competes in the finals of The After Taste Food Competition. Emmett tries to smooth things over with the women in his life. Kevin and Jake get into a fight, while Kevin’s friendship with Maisha blossoms. Ronnie and Jada grow closer after a family secret comes to light.
#22 - Every Day I'm Hustlin'
Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/14/2019
Brandon begrudgingly puts on a front to help Jerrika land a new client. Reg must answer to the leadership of the 63rd St. Mob. Ronnie reels from devastating news and makes a deal with an inmate. Emmett adjusts to his new living situation and starts another side hustle with Amir. Kevin is forced to make a difficult decision. New Detective Toussaint investigates a South Side home invasion.
#23 - Gangway
Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/12/2020
Ronnie finds a new calling in his bid for redemption. Emmett lets his dad Darnell and his insecurities get the best of him. Kevin is weighed down by a lie. The mayoral race heats up when candidates Douda and Camille Halloway face off.
#24 - Woo Woo Woo
Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 7/26/2020
Kevin’s birthday finds him in far from a celebrating mood. Ronnie takes his grandmother Ms. Ethel on a whirl back in time. Emmett goes on a cannabis run with Tiff. Douda’s campaign hits another speed bump when a past wound draws fresh blood.
#25 - Blind Eye
Season 2 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/26/2019
Detective Cruz is left to make a difficult choice. Brandon gets some insight into Douda's past. Jerrika drops a bomb about her career. Emmett tries to figure out who Keisha is dating. Ronnie opens up to Jada, who helps him heal old wounds.