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Season 2 – The Chi

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Season 2 – The Chi

Apr 2019

Drama

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The South Side of Chicago carries daily danger, and the smallest and simplest of decisions can have life or death consequences for the residents. Life continues as the kids prep for school and their parents shuffle off to work. The young adults of the area are trying to scrape a living for themselves, while the elders sit on their front porches and observe the goings on. The South Side has the potential to crush dreams, and this coming-of-age series focuses on Kevin, a preteen who embraces the normal rites of childhood, Brandon, who makes a leap of faith to succeed in love and life with Jerrika, Emmett, who seeks guidance from his mother, and Ronnie, who is a drifter struggling to be loved. All of them are linked together by sheer coincidence as they seek redemption.

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Eric Deggans

NPR

Sep 12, 2019

Chicago's notoriously violent South Side neighborhoods have long needed a fictional drama that humanizes their struggle.

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Mike Hale

New York Times

Apr 8, 2019

Chemistry matters, and in Season 2 the formula's off.

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Mark A. Perigard

Boston Herald

Apr 8, 2019

B-

The dramedy digs deeper, tightening the connections between these seemingly random residents.

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Alci Rengifo

Entertainment Voice

Apr 8, 2019

The beauty of "The Chi" is the subtle way in which its main storylines advance while allowing the characters to grow with a potent realism.

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Cobert B.

@Kobe626 Jun 14, 2026

I think it was amusing and informative.

Michael G

@MikeGonzo315 Jul 24, 2023

This show is amazing . I love it! Shout out to the entire cast for making this such a great show. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

May 8, 2019

I find myself wanting and wondering what is going to be next. What is the new characters going to add to the plot. Just like The Wire, this show keeps me on my toes and the edge of my seat.

Apr 29, 2019

I swear every episode gets better and better. I really love this series.

Apr 21, 2019

Amazing show well scripted!

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Jason Mitchell

Brandon

Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine

Ronnie Davis

Jacob Latimore

Emmett

Alex R. Hibbert

Kevin

Yolonda Ross

Jada

Tiffany Boone

Jerrika

Episode 1

Aired Apr 7, 2019

Eruptions

Brandon deals with an unfortunate turn of events that takes him back to Reg; Jada makes a decision that forces Emmett to grow up; Kevin, Jake and Papa hatch a plan to do a project for school; Ronnie takes an inmate under his wing.

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Episode 2

Aired Apr 14, 2019

Every Day I'm Hustlin'

Brandon helps 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.

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Episode 3

Aired Apr 21, 2019

Past Due

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.

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Episode 4

Aired Apr 28, 2019

Showdown

Brandon stresses over The After Taste Food Competition and makes a deal with Emmett; 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.

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Episode 5

Aired May 5, 2019

Feeling the Heat

Brandon and Emmett come together for some Chicago summertime fun on one of the hottest days of the year; Kevin deals with a death in the family; Ronnie reconnects with Rafiq and gets advice; Toussaint and Cruz make a move on the home invasion case.

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Episode 6

Aired May 12, 2019

A Leg Up

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; Ronnie and Jada grow closer after a family secret comes to light.

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Episode 7

Aired May 26, 2019

Blind Eye

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.

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Episode 8

Aired Jun 2, 2019

Lean Into It

Brandon takes a big step with Jerrika; a new opportunity forces Emmett's hand; Kevin makes a new friend and a fateful decision; Ronnie spirals out of control.

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Episode 9

Aired Jun 9, 2019

Guilt, Viral Videos, and Ass Whuppings

Brandon and Emmett hatch a plan; Emmett starts his new job; Ronnie deals with the consequences of his actions; Kevin gets into hot water with his mom; detectives Toussaint and Cruz make an exciting discovery.

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Episode 10

Aired Jun 16, 2019

The Scorpion and the Frog

Brandon is faced with a life-altering decision; Emmett takes a step toward adulthood; Kevin tries out a new look; a trip down south leads Ronnie to confront his demons; detectives Toussaint and Cruz make a big arrest.

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