Audiences welcomed back Showtime’s The Chi, as the drama series witnessed a remarkable 65% surge in streaming viewership on Paramount+ following the release of the first eight episodes of Season 6 on August 4.
During the first seven days, the Season 6 premiere garnered more than 1.8 million viewers, making it the most-watched season debut in The Chi‘s history, according to Paramount Global.
Domenic DiMeglio, EVP and chief marketing officer, Paramount Streaming stated, “As the first new season of a Showtime scripted series to premiere on Paramount+, The Chi broke out with its largest premiere audience ever, showcasing the power of our new Paramount+ with Showtime plan. It gives all of us great pleasure to be able to continue to engage the loyal audience that this incredible show has built over the years while at the same time being able to introduce it to new audiences as part of Paramount+.”
Season 6 of the series adopted a split release approach, with episodes premiering on Paramount+ on Wednesdays and subsequently airing on Showtime on Sundays.
The show’s sixth season comprised 16 episodes, with plans to air the second half at a later date that remains undisclosed.
The Chi, created and executive produced by Lena Waithe and her Hillman Grad banner, along with executive producer Common, portrays the lives of South Side Chicago residents, delving into themes of connection and redemption.
Here is the synopsis for Season 6:
This season, life in The Chi reverberates between the highest highs and lowest lows. Big dreams are finally realized but at a cost and everyone will be tested in unimaginable ways as they calculate the risks and rewards of their next big move.
Emmett (Jacob Latimore) and Kiesha’s (Birgundi Baker) blissful blended union is tested by his insatiable drive to expand Smokey’s and a new perilous partnership, while Kiesha finally races toward a rewarding new career. Douda (Curtiss Cook) deals with the fallout of Q’s murder and its effect on the shifting loyalty of his inner circle. Victor’s (Luke James) bold declaration of love for both his new girlfriend and his beloved community will impact his political ambitions. Happily married Jada (Yolonda Ross) mentors Emmett and her besties as they navigate relationships. Kevin (Alex Hibbert) is becoming a brilliant master gamer but struggles with the youthful pitfalls of early independence. Jake (Michael V. Epps) launches a new business, and Papa (Shamon Brown Jr.) falls for an older woman while questioning his faith. What will become of their pursuits will be revealed over the course of this season’s sixteen jaw-dropping episodes.
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