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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.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
The Chi is available to stream on DirecTV On Demand, Paramount+, Paramount+ (Via Amazon Prime), Paramount+ (Via Apple TV), Spectrum On Demand, YouTube TV, and Fubo in United States. You can also buy it from Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
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.
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Episode 1
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.
Guest stars Luke James, Jasmine Davis, Rolando Boyce, Hannaha Hall, Tyla Abercrumbie, Genesis Denise Hale, Chris Lee, Sonja Sohn
Episode 2
Kevin rallies Papa and Jake for help. Emmett finds a short-term solution to his food shortage problem. Jada samples the dating scene and a local trap kitchen run by Dom. Trig devises a plan to get custody of his brother Jake from Douda.
Guest stars Luke James, Jasmine Davis, Hannaha Hall, Tyla Abercrumbie, La La Anthony, Cortez Smith, Michael Island, Bernard Gilbert
Episode 3
The Williams family goes into a tailspin. Emmett and Tiff devise a plan to move in with Jada while he gets his new business off the ground. Ronnie gets a not-so-friendly reminder that his neighborhood has a long memory of his past deeds.
Directed by Gandja MonteiroGuest stars Luke James, Jasmine Davis, Hannaha Hall, Tyla Abercrumbie, Tai'isha Davis, Genesis Denise Hale, Tory O. Davis, La La Anthony
Episode 4
Ronnie finds a new calling in his bid for redemption and Emmett lets his dad Darnell and his insecurities get the best of him.
Guest stars Rolando Boyce, Hannaha Hall, Tyla Abercrumbie, Tory O. Davis, Kandi Burruss, Joel Steingold, Judae'a Brown, Cory Hardrict
Episode 5
Ronnie’s memories threaten to drown his progress and an unexpected visit threatens Trig’s battle to get custody of Jake.
Guest stars Luke James, Jasmine Davis, Genesis Denise Hale, Tory O. Davis, La La Anthony, Michael Island, Kandi Burruss, Judae'a Brown
Episode 6
Kevin’s birthday finds him in far from a celebrating mood and Ronnie takes his grandmother Ms. Ethel on a whirl back in time.
Directed by Darren GrantGuest stars Luke James, Hannaha Hall, Tyla Abercrumbie, Genesis Denise Hale, Taylar Fondren, Chris Lee, Kandi Burruss, Bernard Gilbert
Episode 7
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.
Directed by Sam BaileyGuest stars Hannaha Hall, Tyla Abercrumbie, Genesis Denise Hale, Tory O. Davis, La La Anthony, Kandi Burruss, Joel Steingold, Judae'a Brown
Episode 8
Kiesha remains trapped in her own personal nightmare while Kevin, Nina and Dre worry about the future.
Guest stars Tyla Abercrumbie, Miriam A. Hyman, Regina Hoyles
Episode 9
Ronnie is praised by his church community, while others won't let him forget his mistakes; Emmett and Dom prepare for their grand opening; Kevin tries to balance obligations.
Guest stars Luke James, Rolando Boyce, Hannaha Hall, Tyla Abercrumbie, Tai'isha Davis, Tory O. Davis, La La Anthony, Kandi Burruss
Episode 10
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.
Guest stars Luke James, Jasmine Davis, Rolando Boyce, Hannaha Hall, Tyla Abercrumbie, Tai'isha Davis, Genesis Denise Hale, Tory O. Davis
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Jason MitchellBrandon
Ntare Guma Mbaho MwineRonnie Davis
Alex R. HibbertKevin
Yolonda RossJada
Michael EppsJake Taylor
Tiffany BooneJerrika
Birgundi BakerKiesha Williams
Armando RiescoDetective Cruz
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