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UPI
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- UPI
Lena Waithe's 'The Chi' will return for Season 8
1 of 5 | Lena Waithe, actress and producer, attends the premiere of the motion picture romantic musical fantasy "Wicked" in November. Her show "The Chi," was renewed for Season 8. File Photo by John McCoy/UPI | License Photo May 29 (UPI) -- Paramount+ announced on Thursday that Lena Waithe's The Chi will return for Season 8. The news arrived after the Season 7 premiere, which accumulated some two million viewers across platforms, a press release states. "The Chi is a timely coming-of-age story centering on a group of residents on the South Side of Chicago who become linked by coincidence but bonded by the need for connection and redemption," an official synopsis reads. "This season, with Alicia (Lynn Whitfield) at the helm, the pivotal women of The Chi rise to reclaim their power." Jacob Latimore, Yolonda Ross, Shamon Brown Jr., Michael V. Epps, Birgundi Baker, Luke James, Phylicia Rashad, Raquel Robinson, Karrueche TranKyla Pratt Punkie Johnson, Reagan Gomez and Tammy Townsend also star in Season 7.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Chi Renewed for Season 8
Douda may be done, but The Chi just keeps going. The drama has been renewed for Season 8, our sister site Deadline reports. More from TVLine The Chi Scores Its Most-Streamed Premiere Ever, 7 Seasons In Hacks Renewed for Season 5 at Max Phil Robertson, Duck Dynasty Star, Dead at 79 The renewal comes a day after the network announced that The Chi's Season 7 opener drew two million cross-platform viewers, making it the most-streamed season premiere in the series' history — up +2% versus last season. 'With the seventh season of The Chi, [series creator] Lena Waithe raised the bar creatively and it shattered viewership records, becoming the most-watched season premiere in the show's history,' Chris McCarthy, President of Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios, said in a statement regarding the premiere numbers. 'Lena's storytelling defies convention and cuts through cliché, revealing the depth, power and complexity of life on the South Side of Chicago with fearless honesty.' The show opened its Season 8 writers' room in February, months before Season 7 premiered. The Chi is a coming-of-age story about a group of residents on the South Side of Chicago who become 'linked by coincidence but bonded by the need for connection and redemption.' The ensemble cast includes Jacob Latimore (as Emmett), Lynn Whitfield (Alicia), Yolonda Ross (Jada), Shamon Brown Jr. (Papa), Michael V. Epps (Jake), Birgundi Baker (Kiesha) and Luke James (Trig). Are you glad to hear will be back next season? Let us know in the comments! Best of TVLine 'Missing' Shows, Found! The Latest on Ahsoka, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, P-Valley, Sugar and 25+ Others Yellowjackets Mysteries: An Up-to-Date List of the Series' Biggest Questions (and Answers?) The Emmys' Most Memorable Moments: Laughter, Tears, Historical Wins, 'The Big One' and More
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Chi Scores Its Most-Streamed Premiere Ever, 7 Seasons In
More people than ever are finding their way to The Chi via streaming. The Showtime drama's recent Season 7 opener drew two million cross-platform viewers, making it the most-streamed season premiere in the series' history — up +2% versus last season. More from TVLine Ratings: American Music Awards on CBS Delivers Best Audience Since 2019 YOU, Ransom Canyon, The Last of Us Lead Nielsen Streaming Top 10; Andor Returns With Series High The Chi Season 7 Premiere: Alicia Kills [Spoiler] in Vengeful Attack - But Did She Get the Right Man? Plus, Grade It! TVLine readers gave the episode an average grade of 'B+'; read Kim Roots' recap. 'With the seventh season of The Chi, [series creator] Lena Waithe raised the bar creatively and it shattered viewership records, becoming the most-watched season premiere in the show's history,' Chris McCarthy, President of Showtime/MTV Entertainment Studios, said in a statement. 'Lena's storytelling defies convention and cuts through cliché, revealing the depth, power and complexity of life on the South Side of Chicago with fearless honesty.' The Chi, which debuted in January 2018 and is produced entirely in its titular, windy city, is a coming-of-age story centering on a group of residents on the South Side of Chicago who become 'linked by coincidence but bonded by the need for connection and redemption.' The ensemble cast boasts Jacob Latimore (as Emmett), Lynn Whitfield (Alicia), Yolonda Ross (Jada), Shamon Brown Jr. (Papa), Michael V. Epps (Jake), Birgundi Baker (Kiesha) and Luke James (Trig). Season 7 guest stars include returnees Kadeem Hardison, Chris Lee, Brett Gray, Rotimi, Jackie Long, Charmin Lee, Jill Marie Jones and Daniel J. Watts, plus first-timers Hannaha Hall, Jason Weaver, La La Anthony, Vic Mensa, Kandi Burruss, Tai Davis, Rolando Boyce, Ahmad Ferguson, Cortez Smith, Genesis Denise Hale, Joel Steingold, Judae'a Brown, Zaria Imani Primer, L'lerrét Jazelle and Brian Keys. Series creator Waithe (Twenties, Master of None) serves as executive producer alongside co-showrunners Justin Hillian and Jewel Coronel, Common, Aaron Kaplan, Rick Famuyiwa, Resheida Brady-Anderson, Derek Dudley, Shelby Stone and Naomi Funabashi. Supervising producers Deondray Gossfield and Quincy LeNear Gossfield directed multiple episodes in Season 7. Want scoop on , or for any other TV show? Shoot an email to InsideLine@ and your question may be answered via Matt's Inside Line!
Mint
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
The Chi Season 7: New episodes, broadcast details and how to stream on OTT
The highly anticipated Season 7 of The Chi premiered May 16 exclusively on Paramount+ with SHOWTIME OTT. New episodes will be available to stream every Friday on the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME OTT platform, with a traditional broadcast following on SHOWTIME each Sunday starting May 18. This season, the power dynamics in Chicago's South Side are shifting. When Douda (Curtiss Cook) loses his grip on power, the women of The Chi begin rising to take back control. The show promises a high-stakes battle where loyalties are tested, rivalries ignite, and the quest for the crown comes at a dangerous price. 'There's only one crown, and it will come at a heavy cost.' Premiere Dates (Streaming on Paramount+ with SHOWTIME OTT / Airing on SHOWTIME): Episode 1, 'Black Friday' – May 16 / May 18 Episode 2, 'The Fall Out' – May 23 / May 25 Episode 3, 'More Life' – May 30 / June 1 Episode 4, 'Mother's Day' – June 6 / June 8 Episode 5, 'Safe Harbor' – June 13 / June 15 Episode 6, 'Do The Chi Thing' – June 20 / June 22 Episode 7, 'Unfinished Business' – June 27 / June 29 Episode 8, 'A Bet Is A Bet' – July 11 / July 13 Episode 9, 'Last Respects' – July 18 / July 20 Episode 10, 'Tha Block Is Hot' – July 25 / July 27 Episodes 11 ('Ready Or Not') and 12 ('Rebirth') – Premiere dates to be announced Created by Emmy-winner Lena Waithe, The Chi is a coming-of-age story set in Chicago's South Side. It follows a community of interconnected residents navigating life, love, danger, and dreams in one of America's most vibrant — and vulnerable — neighborhoods. Season 7 boasts a robust cast led by: Kadeem Hardison, Chris Lee, Brett Gray, Rotimi, Jackie Long, Jill Marie Jones, Vic Mensa, Kandi Burruss, La La Anthony, and more.
Mint
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
The Chi Season 7 returns with new episodes: Broadcast details and how to stream on OTT
The highly anticipated Season 7 of The Chi premiered May 16 exclusively on Paramount+ with SHOWTIME OTT. New episodes will be available to stream every Friday on the Paramount+ with SHOWTIME OTT platform, with a traditional broadcast following on SHOWTIME each Sunday starting May 18. This season, the power dynamics in Chicago's South Side are shifting. When Douda (Curtiss Cook) loses his grip on power, the women of The Chi begin rising to take back control. The show promises a high-stakes battle where loyalties are tested, rivalries ignite, and the quest for the crown comes at a dangerous price. 'There's only one crown, and it will come at a heavy cost.' Premiere Dates (Streaming on Paramount+ with SHOWTIME OTT / Airing on SHOWTIME): Episode 1, 'Black Friday' – May 16 / May 18 Episode 2, 'The Fall Out' – May 23 / May 25 Episode 3, 'More Life' – May 30 / June 1 Episode 4, 'Mother's Day' – June 6 / June 8 Episode 5, 'Safe Harbor' – June 13 / June 15 Episode 6, 'Do The Chi Thing' – June 20 / June 22 Episode 7, 'Unfinished Business' – June 27 / June 29 Episode 8, 'A Bet Is A Bet' – July 11 / July 13 Episode 9, 'Last Respects' – July 18 / July 20 Episode 10, 'Tha Block Is Hot' – July 25 / July 27 Episodes 11 ('Ready Or Not') and 12 ('Rebirth') – Premiere dates to be announced Created by Emmy-winner Lena Waithe, The Chi is a coming-of-age story set in Chicago's South Side. It follows a community of interconnected residents navigating life, love, danger, and dreams in one of America's most vibrant — and vulnerable — neighborhoods. Season 7 boasts a robust cast led by: Kadeem Hardison, Chris Lee, Brett Gray, Rotimi, Jackie Long, Jill Marie Jones, Vic Mensa, Kandi Burruss, La La Anthony, and more. Stream new episodes of The Chi every Friday on Paramount+ with SHOWTIME, or catch them Sundays on SHOWTIME. Viewers can also try the service for free at
