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2018 · 8 seasons · Drama

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Drama

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.

Country of origin: 🇺🇸 United States
Year: 2018

Created by: Lena Waithe
Channel: Showtime · Paramount+ with Showtime
Studio: Fox 21 Television Studios · Showtime Networks · Kapital Entertainment · Hillman Grad Productions

Trivia & behind the scenes

Casting

Jason Mitchell, who played Brandon Johnson in seasons 1-2, did not return for season 3 after being dropped from the show due to 'misconduct allegations,' and his character was killed off in the season 3 premiere.

Filming

In March 2021, production on the series was paused after a positive COVID-19 test was recorded on set.

Origins

The Chi was created by Lena Waithe, who also appears in the cast as Camille Hallaway, Douda's rival mayoral candidate, in season 3.

Trivia

After eight seasons, it was announced in October 2025 that season eight would be the final season, which premiered on May 22, 2026 on Paramount+.

Reception

On Rotten Tomatoes, the first season holds an 87% approval rating based on 47 reviews, with critics comparing the show to 'an optimistic companion to The Wire.'

Trivia

Season 7 had a staggered release, premiering on Paramount+ for subscribers of the Paramount+ With Showtime plan on May 16, 2025, before airing on Showtime two days later on May 18, 2025.

Themes

chicago, illinois coming of age absurd intense depressing cliché mean spirited

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