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Season 2 – The Chi

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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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The Chi — Season 2

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Eric Deggans NPR 09/12/2019
Chicago's notoriously violent South Side neighborhoods have long needed a fictional drama that humanizes their struggle. Go to Full Review
Mike Hale New York Times 04/08/2019
Chemistry matters, and in Season 2 the formula's off. Go to Full Review
Mark A. Perigard Boston Herald 04/08/2019
B-
The dramedy digs deeper, tightening the connections between these seemingly random residents. Go to Full Review
Alci Rengifo Entertainment Voice 04/08/2019
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. Go to Full Review
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Michael G @RT75878046 07/24/2023 This show is amazing . I love it! Shout out to the entire cast for making this such a great show. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ See more 05/08/2019 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. See more 04/29/2019 I swear every episode gets better and better. I really love this series. See more 04/21/2019 Amazing show well scripted! See more Read all reviews
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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. Details 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. Details 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. Details 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. Details 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. Details 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. Details 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. Details 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. Details 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. Details 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. Details
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Season Info

Executive Producer
Aaron Kaplan, Common, Elwood Reid, Lena Waithe
Network
Paramount+ with Showtime
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Apr 7, 2019