The Chi
- Drama
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.
The Chi is a drama series centered on interconnected characters navigating life on Chicago's South Side. Following its premiere in 2018, the series has developed across eight seasons, exploring themes of ambition, family, and community through the lens of Brandon and his peers as they balance personal dreams with local responsibilities.
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Jason MitchellBrandon
Ntare Guma Mbaho MwineRonnie Davis
Alex R. HibbertKevin
Yolonda RossJada
Michael EppsJake Taylor
Tiffany BooneJerrika
Birgundi BakerKiesha Williams
Armando RiescoDetective Cruz
Curtiss CookOtis 'Douda' Perry
Barton FitzpatrickReg Taylor
Jasmine DavisImani
Jacob LatimoreEmmett, Emmett Washington
Shamon Brown Jr.Stanley 'Papa' Jackson, Papa
Rolando BoyceDarnell, Darnell Robinson
Luke JamesVictor 'Trig' Taylor, Victor Taylor
Trailer
Season 8 Trailer
Seasons
8 seasons
Episodes · Season 8
Full season| # | Title | Air date | Runtime | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Coldest Winter Ever | 2026-05-24 | 50m | 1.0 |
| 02 | White Russian | 2026-05-31 | 46m | 4.0 |
| 03 | Beneath the Icy Veil | 2026-06-07 | 40m | 3.3 |
| 04 | White Widow | 2026-06-14 | 46m | 3.3 |
| 05 | The Dead of Winter | 2026-06-21 | 54m | 2.9 |
| 06 | When Truth Thaws | 2026-06-28 | 45m | 3.0 |
| 07 | Ice Box | 2026-07-05 | 45m | 1.0 |
| 08 | Cold Hearted | 2026-07-12 | 45m | 1.0 |
| 09 | Cold Feet | 2026-07-19 | 45m | 0.0 |
| 10 | The Last Dance | 2026-07-26 | 45m | 0.0 |
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Is The Chi renewed or cancelled?
The Chi is listed as ongoing — no renewal announcement tracked yet.
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Where can I watch The Chi?
The Chi airs on Showtime. Check your local listings or streaming service for availability and current season scheduling.
How many seasons of The Chi are there?
The series has eight seasons. You can watch previous seasons through Showtime or other platforms where the series is available.
What is The Chi about?
The Chi follows a group of interconnected characters on Chicago's South Side, centering on Brandon, an ambitious young man dreaming of opening a restaurant while managing family obligations and community ties.
When did The Chi first premiere?
The Chi premiered on January 7, 2018.
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