The Chi: Season 3/ Episode 10 “A Couple, Two, Three” [Season Finale] – Recap/ Review
As this tumultuous and traumatic season of The Chi comes to an end, will there be joy or more heartache in the final moments?
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The Chi: Season 3/ Episode 9 “Lackin'” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
You ever get the feeling things will get way worse before they get better? In “Lackin'” we’re reminded there sometimes aren’t reprieves from trauma and tragedy.
The Chi: Season 3 Episode 8 “Frunchroom” – Recap/ Review with Spoilers
In an episode focused on Kiesha and her household, we learn more about certain characters than ever before.
The Chi: Season 3 Episode 7 “A Stain” – Recap/ Review with Spoilers
The moment you have been waiting for finally comes as that character, and many more, begin the next chapter of their lives.
The Chi: Season 3 Episode 6 “Woo Woo Woo” – Recap/ Review with Spoilers
As one character celebrates a birthday, viewers are forced to mourn the loss of yet another character on “The Chi.”
The Chi: Season 3 Episode 5 “Terror Town” – Recap/ Review with Spoilers
As darkness descends upon the southside, it illuminates a few in regards to the situation they are in. Both good and bad.
The Chi: Season 3 Episode 4 “Gangway” – Recap/ Review with Spoilers
Ronnie finds a lead on Kiesha case that brings Nina to tears as Kevin goes on a date, and we bring more focus to Douda’s mayoral campaign.
The Chi: Season 3 Episode 3 “Buss Down” – Recap/ Review with Spoilers
It’s day 7 of Kiesha being missing, and as this begins to fracture Kevin’s family, it offers the chance for conversation and for one character’s redemption.
The Chi: Season 3 Episode 2 “Brewfurd” – Recap/ Review with Spoilers
As Trig struggles with Jake and Imani to a certain degree, Kiesha missing for nearly three days brings high-level anxiety to her family.
The Chi: Season 3 Episode 1 “Foe ‘Nem” (Season Premiere) – Recap/ Review with Spoilers
After addressing Brandon, “The Chi” addresses the multiple younger characters who are teenagers, or are doing their best to grip with pending adulthood.
The Chi: Season 2 – Summary, Review (with Spoilers)
Season 2 of The Chi, despite issues caused by Jason Mitchell, retains the vibe of being a high-brow urban drama which balances both the dark and beauty of an urban area.
The Chi: Season 2, Episode 10 “The Scorpion and The Frog” [Season Finale] – Recap, Review (with Spoilers)
While we already knew certain characters wouldn’t make it past this season, additional names get added, and it becomes clear there is a lot of change on the horizon.
The Chi: Season 2, Episode 9 “Guilt, Viral Videos, and Ass Whuppings” – Recap, Review (with Spoilers)
As the show preps for Brandon’s exit, it becomes clear there is more than enough going on that his time can be used well.
The Chi: Season 2, Episode 8 “Lean Into It” – Recap, Review (with Spoilers)
As we approach the season finale and know certain people are going to be written off, you’re left to question if others may join them?
Lena Waithe, Creator of The Chi, Speaks On Jason Mitchell, Ayanna Floyd Davis, and The Chi Season 3
Creator of The Chi, Lena Waithe, speaks out on Jason Mitchell, how things were handled, and how they will affect season 3
The Chi: Season 2, Episode 7 “Blind Eye” – Recap, Review (with Spoilers)
Alongside venturing into Detective Cruz’s past, part Detective Toussaint’s is revealed, and Jerrika makes a big move. As does Douda to make sure Brandon becomes a fat fish.
The Chi: Season 2, Episode 6 “A Leg Up” – Recap, Review (with Spoilers)
The ladies of The Chi continue to get a voice as Keisha gets features and Emmet’s past partners. Alongside this, Brandon decides to get a leg up and Ronnie reveals a trigger to Jada.
The Chi: Season 2, Episode 5 “Feeling The Heat” – Recap, Review (with Spoilers)
It’s an episode of redemption, sweetness, and perhaps a rare reprieve in The Chi. Well, before it likely goes to hell.
The Chi: Season 2, Episode 4 “Showdown” – Recap, Review (with Spoilers)
Jerrika and Brandon’s relationship gets tested as Ronnie learns he will be paying restitution for a long time.
The Chi: Season 2, Episode 3 “Past Due” – Recap, Review (with Spoilers)
Kevin and Brandon FINALLY reconnect as Ronnie is hoping he can get out thanks to Detective Cruz rushing to close Coogie’s case.
The Chi: Season 2, Episode 2 “Every day I’m Hustlin'” – Recap, Review (with Spoilers)
As the investigation into Miss Ethel’s attack begins, it appears Ronnie may get out, and Brandon may have more issues than Reggie
The Chi: Season 2, Episode 1 “Eruptions” – Recap, Review (with Spoilers)
Everyone struggles to either grow up, find stability, or just not succumb to the bad side of Chicago.
The Chi: Season 1 – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
The Chi acts as a bridge between the 80s – 00s Black Renassiance to the modern one by reviving familiar stories, continuing ones that got cut short, as well as featuring characters who were seldom seen or heard.
The Chi: Season 1/ Episode 10 “Ease On Down The Road” [Season Finale] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
The Chi ends in a polar opposite way to how it began. There is peace, little to no drama, and rather than focusing on endings, it is all about new beginnings. Though not necessarily of the positive kind.
The Chi: Season 1/ Episode 9 “Namaste Muthaf*ka” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
What goes around comes around isn’t just about karma in this episode, but also what happens in darkness will eventually be exposed by the sun. Whether you walk into the light or not.
The Chi: Season 1/ Episode 8 “Wallet” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
As Brandon figures out how to start his next chapter, Quentin treks backwards to prove a point to Trice and Reg of who not to f*** with.
The Chi: Season 1/ Episode 7 “The Whistle” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
People pay for their deeds, good or otherwise, and while some are as sweet as a kiss, others are as brutal as a bullet.
The Chi: Season 1/ Episode 6 “Penetrate a Fraud” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
As Brandon and Sarah grow closer, a major piece of evidence comes into Detective Cruz’s hand. Though considering the moves Quentin is making, Jason may not remain his focus for long.
The Chi: Season 1/ Episode 5 “Today Was A Good Day” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
While the title of the episode maybe, “Today Was a Good Day” that doesn’t necessarily apply to most of the characters on the show.
The Chi: Season 1/ Episode 4 “Quaking Grass” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
Violence begets violence, and there can never be peace as long as revenge links together like chains. In other words, things only get worse for damn near everyone.
The Chi: Season 1/ Episode 3 “Ghosts” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
As Ronnie’s life continues to get complicated, the women of The Chi finally begin to be developed – somewhat.
The Chi: Season 1/ Episode 2 “Alee” – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
The Chi still treats its female characters dirty, but as it delves deeper into Chicago post-Jason and Coogie’s death, there is hope for others.
The Chi: Season 1/ Episode 1 “Pilot” [Series Premiere] – Recap/ Review (with Spoilers)
The Chi seems like the evolved form of the urban dramas which dominate Black late 80s through early 00s nostalgia.
