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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
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. Fatima gives Victor a heavy ultimatum. Bakari makes a deal to secure his future - but at what cost?
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Episode 2
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.
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Episode 3
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.
Guest stars Smack Louis
Episode 4
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.
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Episode 5
Tensions run high as the tide as Nuck sets a daunting tone with the mob.
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Episode 6
Emmett and Kiesha put their relationship and parenting skills to the test; Tiff opens herself up to other connections; Damien takes risks in hopes of a payoff; Detective Toussaint's trail leads to Bakari.
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Episode 7
Jada is hit with bad news; Emmett surprises Kiesha with an idea to help ease their stress; Lynae makes some comforting connections as Alicia doubles down on her ground rules for who is allowed to be around Tiff.
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Episode 8
Detective Toussaint proposes a tempting partnership to Nuck.
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Episode 9
Nuck makes a house-call to an unsuspecting friend. Damien makes a promise.
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Episode 10
Emmett is forced to reevaluate what's truly important to him.
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Episode 11
Alicia turns up the heat in her personal revenge mission.
Written by Michael Daniel Blevins
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
ShowtimeUnited States
Paramount+ with ShowtimeUnited States
Fox 21 Television StudiosUnited States
Showtime NetworksUnited States
Kapital EntertainmentUnited States
Hillman Grad ProductionsUnited States
