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Chris is a teenager growing up as the eldest of three children in Brooklyn, New York during the early 1980s. Uprooted to a new neighborhood and bused to a predominantly white middle school two-hours away by his strict, hard-working parents, Chris struggles to find his place while keeping his siblings in line at home and surmounting the challenges of junior high.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Chris is a teenager growing up as the eldest of three children in Brooklyn, New York during the early 1980s. Uprooted to a new neighborhood and bused to a predominantly white middle school two-hours away by his strict, hard-working parents, Chris struggles to find his place while keeping his siblings in line at home and surmounting the challenges of junior high.
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Episode 1
Uprooted to a new neighborhood and bussed to a predominantly white middle school two-hours away by his strict, hard-working parents, Chris struggles to find his place while keeping his siblings in line at home and dealing with the school bully, Joey.
Directed by Reginald HudlinWritten by Ali LeRoi, Ali LeRoi, Chris RockGuest stars John Capodice, Travis T. Flory, Jude Ciccolella, Judy Krause, Steve Paymer, Aree Davis
Episode 2
When Chris's mother, Rochelle, hires the girl next door, Keisha, to tutor Drew at Math, Chris sees this as an ideal chance to impress her. But someone else may have the same intentions. Meanwhile, Julius finds himself in an awkward position when he becomes attracted to another woman, Sheila.
Directed by Eric LaneuvilleWritten by Kriss TurnerGuest stars P.J. Marino, Keesha Sharp, Travis T. Flory, Jude Ciccolella, Aree Davis, Rappin' Granny, Shon Little, Angela Sargeant
Episode 3
Chris joins the school Bastketball team even though he can't play, but a failed pop quiz threatens to get him dropped.Back at home Julius gets a lodger after he offers 6 months rent up front, despite the fact he makes Rochelle nervous.
Directed by Lev L. SpiroWritten by Aron Abrams, Greg ThompsonGuest stars Clarence Williams III, Shelby Young, Daniel Samonas, Travis T. Flory, Robert Cicchini, Maria Del Bagno, Hayden Bromberg, Annie McKnight
Episode 4
When Julius buys a big crate of sausage, he makes everyone eat it with every meal. But Tonya refuses to, causing friction between the pair. While at school, Chris is sentenced to 3 days of detention after a rumour goes round about him beating up the schoo
Directed by Lev L. SpiroWritten by Ali LeRoiGuest stars Moisés Arias, Tylor Chase, Travis T. Flory, Jude Ciccolella, James Keane, Lynda Scarlino, Brittany Whitaker, Charles Emmett
Episode 5
Chris lets a neighbourhood kid ride his bike, despite Julius's warnings, and he takes off with it. When Julius's co-workers go on strike he takes up some of the housework, much to Rochelle's annoyance.
Directed by Eric LaneuvilleWritten by Ali LeRoi, Craig DiGregorioGuest stars Shay Roundtree, Kevontay Jackson, Myzel Robinson, Owen Smith, Michael Brownlee, Jill Kirsh, George Weiss Vando, Hilary Hacker
Episode 6
It's Halloween and Chris is excited when another girl invites him to a costume party. But Caruso has plans for him... Back at home, Julius buys cheap candy for the local kids.
Directed by Eric LaneuvilleWritten by Rodney Barnes, Courtney LillyGuest stars Ernest Lee Thomas, Jazz Raycole, Keesha Sharp, Travis T. Flory, Kevontay Jackson, Myzel Robinson, Jude Ciccolella, Aree Davis
Episode 7
When Julius and Rochelle have a special 'date night' they hire a baby-sitter. But Chris is called upon to take charge when she leaves to take care of something personal.
Directed by Ken WhittinghamWritten by Alyson FouseGuest stars Erica Hubbard, Sam Sarpong, Alysia Joy Powell, Ted Lyde, Sean Allen Rector, Kelvin Brown, Elijah Kelly, Bee-Be Smith
Episode 8
While Julius and Rochelle go shopping for a new TV, Chris has to take his warring siblings to the laundromat. Then things take a turn for the worse when Tonya storms out.
Directed by Gina Prince-BythewoodWritten by Kriss TurnerGuest stars Keesha Sharp, Jeris Poindexter, Kevontay Jackson, Philip Ursino, Gerry Black, Diamond Dawn Cook, Caroline A. Rice, Anthony Ortiz
Episode 9
Julius finds $200 in food stamps but Rochelle is too embarassed to let Sheila see them, so she dips into the family savings while at the store. This leads to trouble at home when Julius has all kinds of ideas on how they can spend the cash they saved by using the stamps. Elsewhere, Chris and Greg fall out over a school science project.
Written by Ali LeRoi, Jerry LevineGuest stars Betty Okino, Michael Merton, Keesha Sharp, Travis T. Flory, Michel Estime, Tasia Sherel, Rappin' Granny, Michael Merton
Episode 10
Chris and Greg fall out when they break the rule of 'no computer games' after school at Greg's house. Back at the Rock home, Tonya is missing Chris as she can't blame everything on him.
Directed by Jerry LevineWritten by Howard GewirtzGuest stars Gary Basaraba, Robin Leach, Tyrel Jackson Williams, Tylen Jacob Williams, Shon Little, Paul Darrigo, Aydiee Vaughn, John Patti
Episode 11
It's Christmas and Julius and Rochelle find it difficult in breaking the news that they can't afford presents because of broken water heater. Chris is suprised to discover who the canned food drive is really for...
Directed by Dennie GordonWritten by Ali LeRoi, Alyson FouseGuest stars Travis T. Flory, Gil Glasgow, Zee James, Zylan Brooks, Drew Matthews, Julie Lancaster, Jacqueline Mazarella
Episode 12
After Chris decides he wants to buy a leather jacket, he goes to work with Julius to earn some extra money. But it's not as easy as he thinks... And Drew dares Tonya to drink hot sauce which ends in disaster
Directed by Tamra DavisWritten by Aron Abrams, Greg ThompsonGuest stars Shelby Young, Myzel Robinson, Aree Davis, Larry Anderson, Logan Brammer, Dabier, Duane R. Shepard Sr., Charles Walker
Episode 13
Chris tries to put together the right outfit for the school pictures in order to convince the other kids that he's cool. Rochelle tries to earn extra money selling cosmetics from home.
Directed by Linda MendozaWritten by Kevin Garnett, Aron Abrams, Greg Thompson, Kevin A. Garnett, Kevin A. GarnettGuest stars Travis T. Flory, Nichelle Hines, Lynda Scarlino, Steve Paymer, Les Bartok, Roger Ranney, Lynette DuPree, Pam Trotter
Episode 14
While Chris develops a crush, Julius and Rochelle have their work cut out dealing with all of Tonya's and Drew's admirers.
Directed by Millicent SheltonWritten by Lance CroutherGuest stars Denise Boutte, Raven Goodwin, Travis T. Flory, Jacqueline Mazarella, J.D. Hall, Blake Hightower, Daniel E. Smith, Cassidy Lehrman
Episode 15
Chris receives a challenge to his crown of Asteroids champion. Julius and Rochelle agree to give up some guilty pleasures.
Directed by Malcolm D. LeeWritten by Rodney BarnesGuest stars Travis T. Flory, Kevontay Jackson, Jacqueline Mazarella, Antonio Fargas, Mario Luis Herrera, Wanda Welch
Episode 16
Chris fails math but he changes the grade on his report card before showing it to his parents. Julius recovers from the gout by staying at home and watching soap operas.
Directed by Jerry LevineWritten by Ali LeRoi, Aeysha Carr, Ali LeRoiGuest stars Keesha Sharp, Travis T. Flory, Tasia Sherel, Jacqueline Mazarella, Zee James, Mario Joyner, Sam Mandel, Dierdre Holder
Episode 17
Chris' beloved grandfather (Jimmie Walker) dies while paying a visit to Rochelle and the family, and the extended family comes to town to pay their respects.
Directed by Matt ShakmanWritten by Alyson FouseGuest stars Lauren London, Jimmie Walker, Ernest Lee Thomas, Monica Calhoun, Keesha Sharp, Loretta Devine, Earthquake, Travis T. Flory
Episode 18
The daily beatings at his school have Chris wanting to change schools. But when Julius and Rochelle won't let him change Chris resorts to attempts at getting himself expelled. Julius gets a job at a fish market. He makes more money, but his family is upset because he always comes home smelling like fish.
Directed by Chris RockWritten by Felicia D. HendersonGuest stars Josh Clark, Tim Meadows, Kool Moe Dee, Travis T. Flory, Jeris Poindexter, Lynda Scarlino, Jacqueline Mazarella, Brooke Mackenzie
Episode 19
Hoping to FINALLY out-perform his brother, Chris convinces his parents to let him take up karate lessons. Meanwhile, Tonya goes with Rochelle to the beautician and discovers the fun of gossiping.
Directed by Jerry LevineWritten by Lance Crouther, Aron Abrams, Greg ThompsonGuest stars Christopher Massey, Stoney Jackson, Jackée Harry, Jazz Raycole, Tasia Sherel, Owen Smith, Rappin' Granny, Courtenay Taylor
Episode 20
Chris finds Julius' copy of Playboy and takes it to school and charges kids to look. But when Joey steals it he must work out a way to get it back before Julius realizes it's gone...
Directed by Lev L. SpiroWritten by Chuck SklarGuest stars Booboo Stewart, Sun Park, Terrence Flack, Travis T. Flory, Michel Estime, Lynda Scarlino, Sam Mandel, Blake Hightower
Episode 21
Chris must raise cash for the school trip by selling cookies. Meanwhile Julius regrets sending Rochelle to Dreamgirls while he looks after Tonya and Drew who have chicken pox
Directed by Jeff MelmanWritten by Andrew OrensteinGuest stars Blake Clark, Keesha Sharp, Travis T. Flory, Michel Estime, Jacqueline Mazarella, Rappin' Granny, Michael Emanuel, Owen Smith
Episode 22
While Chris finds his dad the perfect gift Julius decides he would like to spend Father's Day alone...
Directed by Ali LeRoiWritten by Rodney Barnes, Ali LeRoiGuest stars Michel Estime, Antonio Fargas, Jeff Bowser, Rappin' Granny, Ted Lyde, Steve Seagren, Vince Melocchi, Julie Dixon Jackson
Episode information updated Jul 23, 2026
Tyler James WilliamsChris
Tichina ArnoldRochelle
Terry CrewsJulius
Imani HakimTonya
Tequan RichmondDrew
Vincent MartellaGreg Wuliger
Chris RockNarrator (voice)
Ernest Lee ThomasMr. Omar
UPNUnited States
The CWUnited States
3 Arts EntertainmentUnited States
Paramount TelevisionUnited States
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