The Chi is a compelling drama series that delves into the lives of residents on the South Side of Chicago. The narrative intertwines the stories of individuals from various walks of life, exploring themes of community, identity, and survival. The series begins with a tragic event that connects the lives of several characters, setting the stage for a journey of personal growth, redemption, and the complexities of urban life. IMDb
📺 Series Details
- Title: The Chi
- Genre: Drama
- Creator: Lena Waithe
- Country: United States
- Language: English
- Seasons: 7 (Seasons 1–5 detailed below)
- Episodes: 78 (Seasons 1–5)
- Original Network: Showtime
- First Aired: January 7, 2018
- Latest Season: Season 7 (Premiered May 16, 2025)
- Production Companies: Showtime Networks, Inc.
- Filming Locations: Chicago, Illinois
Main Cast:
- Jacob Latimore as Emmett Washington
- Michael V. Epps as Jake Taylor
- Shamon Brown Jr. as Stanley "Papa" Jackson
- Yolonda Ross as Jada Washington
- Birgundi Baker as Kiesha Williams
- Luke James as Victor "Trig" Taylor
- Curtiss Cook as Otis "Douda" Perry
- Lynn Whitfield as Alicia (Season 7)
Notable Recurring Cast:
- Jason Mitchell as Brandon Johnson (Seasons 1–2)
- Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine as Ronnie Davis (Seasons 1–3)
- Tiffany Boone as Jerrika Little (Seasons 1–2)
- Armando Riesco as Detective Cruz (Seasons 1–2)
- Rolando Boyce as Darnell Carway (Season 2–present)
- Barton Fitzpatrick as Reg Taylor (Season 2; recurring; Season 1)
- Michael V. Epps as Jake Taylor (Season 2–present; recurring; Season 1)
- Birgundi Baker as Kiesha Williams (Season 3–present; recurring; Seasons 1–2)
- Luke James as Victor "Trig" Taylor (Season 4–present; recurring; Season 3)
- Curtiss Cook as Otis "Douda" Perry (Seasons 4–6; recurring; Seasons 2–3)
- Lynn Whitfield as Alicia (Season 7; recurring Season 6)
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