After the dramatic events of "The Chi" season 7, it's safe to say there's plenty of fallout to be dealt with in the new episodes. Now, the final instalment will bring the Lena Waithe drama series to an end once and for all, and we can tell you how to watch "The Chi" season 8 online from anywhere in the world using a VPN.
'The Chi' season 8 — release date and time, streaming details and more
"The Chi" season 8 premieres on Friday, May 22, 2026 on the the Paramount+ streaming service, with new episodes playing weekly from there onwards.
• U.S. — Paramount+
• U.K. — Disney Plus
• Australia — Disney Plus
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In these new episodes, we'll see Emmett try to handle family life while also grieving for his late mother and running his business.
For Victor, things are even more tumultuous, after he was found in the wrong place at the wrong time at the murder scene of Alicia. Meanwhile, the criminal lifestyle Jake tried to escape is looking like it will suck him back in after the return of his brother, Reg.
"The Chi" season 8 will comprise of 10 intense episodes to keep us hooked over the next few weeks. So, here’s our guide to how you can watch "The Chi" season 8 online from anywhere in the world.
How to watch 'The Chi' season 8 for $1
In the U.S., sign up to Walmart Plus' 30-day trial for $1 and you'll get access to a streaming service of your choice. Make sure you select Paramount+ to watch "The Chi" season 8.
How to watch 'The Chi' from anywhere
If you’re traveling and find that your usual streaming apps stop working outside your home region, a VPN (virtual private network) can help. It lets your device connect via a secure server back home, so you can use your existing subscriptions as normal.
Tom’s Guide has tested a wide range of services, and NordVPN is the one we most often recommend for streaming thanks to its fast speeds and broad device support. You can also try it risk-free with a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Using a VPN is straightforward; follow these steps.
1. Install the VPN of your choice. As noted, NordVPN is our preferred option.
2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're in the U.K. on vacation and want to view your regular American service, you'd select U.S. from the list.
3. Sit back and enjoy the show. Head to Paramount+ and stream new episodes of "The Chi" online.
How to watch ‘The Chi’ in the U.S.
How to watch 'The Chi' season 8 in Canada
In Canada, "The Chi" will be available on Paramount+. The first episode of season 8 will drop on Friday, May 22.
Prices start at CA$7.99/month and rise to CA$15.99 for 4k and Dolby Atmos inclusion.
Not in Canada right now? A VPN can help you access your usual Canadian streaming services when you’re overseas. We recommend NordVPN for its speed, reliability, and ease of use.
How to watch ‘The Chi’ season 8 in Australia
Things are a little different in Australia. Showtime titles often head to Disney Plus in other regions outside the U.S. and that's the case for "The Chi" season 8.
There have been no details of the international roll out dates yet, though. We'll update this page when we know more.
Prices start at AU$9.99/month in Australia.
Not in Australia right now? We recommend NordVPN to unblock Disney Plus and stream from anywhere.
How to watch ‘The Chi’ season 8 in the U.K.
It's a similar story in the U.K., with "The Chi" season 8 heading to Disney Plus rather than Paramount+ there.
Prices begin from just £5.99/month.
Abroad? Don’t panic. You can use one of the best streaming VPN services to log into your regular UK streaming accounts from overseas. We recommend NordVPN for its speed, reliability, and trusted security features.
'The Chi' season 8 FAQs
'The Chi' — Cast
- Jacob Latimore as Emmett Washington
- Birgundi Baker as Kiesha Williams
- Luke James as Victor Taylor
- Shamon Brown Jr. as Stanley “Papa” Jackson
- Michael V. Epps as Jake Taylor
- Hannaha Hall as Tiffany
- Jason Weaver as Rashaad Marshall
'The Chi' season 8 — confirmed episode list
Episode 1: A grief-ridden Tiff finds comfort in an unexpected place. Kiesha consoles Emmett as he grapples with a new family dynamic. (May 22, 2026)
Episode 2: Shaad and Victor's fight to get out of their unfair prison sentence sends Patience down a path to find proof of their innocence. (May 29, 2026)
Episode 3: Synopsis TBC (June 5, 2026)
Episode 4: Synopsis TBC (June 12, 2026)
Episode 5: Synopsis TBC (June 19, 2026)
Episode 6: Synopsis TBC (June 26, 2026)
Episode 7: Synopsis TBC (July 3, 2026)
Episode 8: Synopsis TBC (July 10, 2026)
Episode 9: Synopsis TBC (July 17, 2026)
Episode 10: Synopsis TBC (July 23, 2026)
'The Chi' season 8 — Trailer
Why is "The Chi" ending?
Creator Lena Waithe discussed the decision to bring the show to a close in an interview with Entertainment Weekly.
She said: "I know, for the sake of our story and our characters, it's the right thing. I am committed to delivering a final season that our Chi Family deserves."
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