Episode 1: Episode 1
Release Date
May 22, 2026
Genre
Drama
Rating
TV-MA
Network
Paramount+ with Showtime
Language
English
Episode Summary
In the Season 8 premiere, the South Side community comes together after an unexpected event shakes their world. Old friends reunite, new challenges arise, and everyone must choose between fear and hope. With heartfelt moments and the power of togetherness, the episode reminds us that even difficult times can bring people closer.
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Cast & Crew
The Chi S8E1:
Lena Waithe
Executive Producer
Jacob Latimore
Actor
Alex R. Hibbert
Actor
Yolonda Ross
Actor
Shamon Brown Jr.
Actor
Michael Epps
Actor
Birgundi Baker
Actor
Tyla Abercrumbie
Actor
Miriam A. Hyman
Actor
Curtiss Cook
Actor
Luke James
Actor
Aaron Kaplan
Executive Producer
Common
Executive Producer
Elwood Reid
Executive Producer