'The Chi' Trailer Highlights the Humanity in Chicago Citizens

A coming-of-age series.

Entertainment
564 0   Comments
Prefer Hypebeast on Google
Save

Showtime has presented the first look for its upcoming hour-long drama series The Chi, created and executive produced by Lena Waithe (Master of None), and Chi-town-based MC Common. The show boasts an impressive ensemble of actors like Jason Mitchell (Straight Outta Compton,) Jacob Latimore, Tiffany Boone and is helmed by Dope director Rick Famuyiwa.

Set in the South Side of Chicago, The Chi looks to explore the humanity behind the violent headlines instead of sensationalizing the negativity the Windy City has garnered over the past few years. The Chi premieres January 7, 2018 on Showtime, but for now, check out the visuals above and share your thoughts in the comment section.

Read Full Article

What to Read Next

Samuel L. Jackson Plays a Minigun-Wielding POTUS in Official Trailer for 'The Beast'
Entertainment

Samuel L. Jackson Plays a Minigun-Wielding POTUS in Official Trailer for 'The Beast'

Directed by Renny Harlin, the upcoming action-thriller sees the U.S. President weaponize the heavily armored presidential limousine.

Prime Video Explores Muhammad Ali's Formative Years in Official 'The Greatest' Trailer
Entertainment

Prime Video Explores Muhammad Ali's Formative Years in Official 'The Greatest' Trailer

Jaalen Best embodies Cassius Clay alongside Michael Ealy and Omari Hardwick in the first authorized scripted series.

Netflix Tests "Does Power Corrupt?" in Tense Official Trailer for 'The New Stanford Prison Experiment'
Entertainment

Netflix Tests "Does Power Corrupt?" in Tense Official Trailer for 'The New Stanford Prison Experiment'

30 volunteers enter an operational prison facility in a six-part unscripted psychological series.


Crispin Glover Terrorizes Rob Lowe's Family in 'The Third Parent' Teaser Trailer
Entertainment

Crispin Glover Terrorizes Rob Lowe's Family in 'The Third Parent' Teaser Trailer

Bleecker Street brings Elias Witherow’s viral creepypasta to the big screen in January 2027.

Nike's KD 10 Is next to Welcome The "Multicolor" Look
Footwear

Nike's KD 10 Is next to Welcome The "Multicolor" Look

Adding some flair to the hardwood.

KIDILL Spring/Summer 2018 Is Punk Perfection
Fashion

KIDILL Spring/Summer 2018 Is Punk Perfection

Punk’s not dead — at least, not in Japan.

Carhartt WIP Enlists Underground Resistance for Exclusive Workwear Capsule
Fashion

Carhartt WIP Enlists Underground Resistance for Exclusive Workwear Capsule

Blending functional and industrial design cues.

JAY-Z Slams America's Criminal Justice System in Powerful 'New York Times' Op-Ed
Music

JAY-Z Slams America's Criminal Justice System in Powerful 'New York Times' Op-Ed

“Probation is a trap and we must fight for Meek Mill.”

Follow Lauren Tsai to Her Favorite Places in Tokyo
City Guides

Follow Lauren Tsai to Her Favorite Places in Tokyo

The model-illustrator gives us a city guide on the Japanese capital.

SOPH. Presents Massive Attack's Japan Tour T-Shirt
Fashion

SOPH. Presents Massive Attack's Japan Tour T-Shirt

Designed alongside Tom Hingston.


Japan's LANTIKI Displays Masterful Styling in "Fall Foliage" Editorial
Fashion

Japan's LANTIKI Displays Masterful Styling in "Fall Foliage" Editorial

Effortless looks with plenty of relaxed cuts.

adidas Originals EQT Support ADV in Core Black/Sub Green for Black Friday
Footwear

adidas Originals EQT Support ADV in Core Black/Sub Green for Black Friday

Adding another option to the silhouette.

Stream Miguel's New Album Single, "Pineapple Skies"
Music

Stream Miguel's New Album Single, "Pineapple Skies"

Off ‘War & Leisure’ dropping on December 1.

Carhartt WIP's Fall/Winter 2017 Abandons Gimmicks for Wearable Gear
Fashion

Carhartt WIP's Fall/Winter 2017 Abandons Gimmicks for Wearable Gear

More wardrobe staples from the heritage brand.

Major Lazer Reconnects With MØ on New Soundtrack, 'Give Me Future'
Music

Major Lazer Reconnects With MØ on New Soundtrack, 'Give Me Future'

Could this be “Lean On” 2.0?

A Conversation With Skateboarding's Renaissance Man: Steve Olson
Sports

A Conversation With Skateboarding's Renaissance Man: Steve Olson

The skater-turned-artist talks early beginnings of skateboarding and his transition into art.

More ▾