It’s been a long time coming. Are we talking about the return of The Chi, or the women of The Chi asserting their influence over the South Side? Both! In the latest season of the hit SHOWTIME® drama series, the likes of Alicia (Lynn Whitfield), Jada (Yolonda Ross) and Kiesha (Birgundi Baker) topple anything that obstructs their path to the top. Now that’s power..
Scroll on to learn everything we know about the seventh season of The Chi, including the premiere date, synopsis, cast, and guest stars.
What is The Chi Season 7 release date?
The Chi Season 7 premiered Friday, May 16, on Paramount+ with the Paramount+ Premium plan.
Where is The Chi Season 7 filmed?
The Chi Season 7 was produced entirely in Chicago.
What is The Chi Season 7 synopsis?
As we mentioned, The Chi Season 7 puts the women of the series front and center. The characters assert their dominance, and refuse to relinquish their power once it’s been achieved. When one wins the crown, however, one must accept the rivalries, back-biting, and lost friendships that go with it.
Who’s in The Chi Season 7 cast?
Here’s the list of the regular season cast for The Chi Season 7:
- Jacob Latimore as Emmett Washington
- Lynn Whitfield as Alicia
- Yolonda Ross as Jada
- Washington Shamon Brown Jr. as Stanley “Papa” Jackson
- Michael V. Epps as Jake Taylor
- Birgundi Baker as Kiesha Williams
- Luke James as Victor “Trig” Taylor
The new season also boasts a considerable number of actors in guest-starring roles. See below for a rundown.
- La La Anthony as Dom
- Rolando Boyce as Darnell Robinson
- Judae’a Brown as Jemma St. John
- Kandi Burruss as Roselyn Perry
- Tai Davis as Tracy Roxboro
- Ahmad Ferguson as Bakari
- Brett Gray as Damien
- Genesis Denise Hale as Maisha
- Hannaha Hall as Tiffany
- Kadeem Hardison as Professor Gardner
- L’lerrét Jazelle as Fatima
- Jill Marie Jones as Bianca
- Brian Keys as Cairo
- Charmin Lee as Judge Bradley
- Chris Lee as Hannibal
- Jackie Long as Keith
- Vic Mensa as Jamal
- Zaria Imani Primer as Lynae
- Rotimi as Charles
- Cortez Smith as Nuck
- Joel Steingold as Marcus St. John
- Daniel J. Watts as Pastor Zeke
- Jason Weaver as Shaad
Tony® winner Phylicia Rashad, NAACP Award® Winner Wendy Raquel Robinson, and Emmy® winner Karrueche Tran are also slated to appear in guest-starring roles in the new season.
Rashad plays the role of Renee, one of the few people who sees Pastor Zeke (Daniel J. Watts) for the man he truly is, and can get through to him.
Robinson plays the sweet, but no-nonsense Riley Dalton, who has suffered great loss, but whose past allows her to help others through their own hardships.
Tran portrays Zuri, a woman who can never seem to outrun trouble, no matter how hard she tries.
How many episodes are in The Chi Season 7?
The Chi Season 7 has 10 episodes:
- Black Friday
- The Fall Out
- More Life
- Mother’s Day
- Safe Harbor
- Do The Chi Thing
- Unfinished Business
- A Bet Is A Bet
- Last Respects
- Tha Block Is Hot
When did The Chi premiere?
The Chi, created and executive produced by Emmy® winner Lena Waithe, premiered on Jan. 7, 2018. All episodes of The Chi stream on Paramount+ with the Paramount+ Premium plan.
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