5 Jason Mitchell movies and TV shows to watch after The Chi

Jason Mitchell has had a career that proves that he's more than a one-role actor. While many first found out about him because of his role on The Chi, his resume stretches far beyond just the streets of Chicago.

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If you loved what he brought to the Showtime series, there are plenty of other projects where he delivers just as well.

Here are five Jason Mitchell movies and shows you should check out after The Chi.

5 Jason Mitchell movies and TV shows to watch after The Chi

1] Straight Outta Compton:

Before The Chi, Jason Mitchell was known for playing Eazy-E in Straight Outta Compton. This role let him take flight for his career in acting. Mitchell didn't just play Eazy-E but captured every emotion and pain of the iconic Black rapper. Watching him in this film feels like watching Eazy-E come back to life.

The movie looks at the rise of N.W.A., one of the most talked about hip-hop groups of all time, and Mitchell's performance is what stands out the most because of the energy he brought to the role. Eazy-E was not just a sharp businessman but also a flawed human being whose choices brought wins and tragedy, and Jason Mitchell acted that out perfectly.

For fans who loved Mitchell's The Chi, this film is a no-brainer.

2] Mudbound:

In Mudbound, Jason Mitchell plays a character named Ronsel Jackson, a Black soldier who is on his way back home from World War II, where division and hatred between the Whites and Blacks are still part of daily and everyday life.

Mitchell plays Ronsel in a heartbreaking but also extremely powerful way. Ronsel is brave at war on the frontlines, but all of his dignity is taken away due to his race in his own hometown.

The film does a great job of presenting harsh truths, and Jason Mitchell handles it with grace. His chemistry with Garrett Hedlund's Jamie McAllan makes the story even more human because it shows a rare friendship that crosses all lines when it comes to the races of the characters.

Mudbound is one of those films that sticks with you long after you're done watching the film, and Mitchell is a huge reason why you should.

3] Kong: Skull Island:

Jason Mitchell also knows how to light and spark blockbuster movies. In Kong: Skull Island, he plays a character named Glenn Mills, a helicopter pilot who's part of the Vietnam crew sent to the island.

Unlike some of the other soldiers, Mitchell's Mills is full of life and is a chill and laid-back guy. He's the guy cracking jokes in the middle of all the commotion, which is what makes him so lovable and fun to watch.

What makes his role fun is how natural Mitchell feels, even when the world around him is full of giant monsters. He never fades as a background character despite sharing the screen with big MCU stars like Tom Hiddleston, Brie Larson, and Samuel L. Jackson.

Fans who loved him in The Chi will enjoy how he deals with the adventure here.

4] Zola:

Then there's Zola, the wild A24 movie that feels like a Twitter thread come to life. Mitchell plays Dion, a character who gets caught up in the messy and dangerous trip that the lead women find themselves in.

While his screen time isn't much, he still makes himself feel seen on screen. Dion is here to add unpredictability to the film, and Jason Mitchell excels in doing just that.

The film is funny and often shocking. Mitchell fits into the madness perfectly, showing once again that he can adapt to roles given to him.

If you're looking for something opposite to The Chi, Zola is the film you need to watch.

5] Freedom Fighters: The Ray

Not every fan knows this, but Jason Mitchell also lent his voice to animation in Freedom Fighters: The Ray. Here, he voices John Trujillo as well as his Earth-X counterpart, Black Condor. It's a different side of Mitchell, one that lets him walk into the world of superheroes and alternate Earths within the Arrowverse.

The show may not be as high-profile as some of his films, but hearing Jason Mitchell's voice bring energy to a character proves his versatility. Even in animation, his performance carries weight.

For fans who only know him through The Chi, this is a cool way to see him stretch into the comic-book universe and show off yet another side of his talent.

Jason Mitchell has shown time and again that he's not just a one-note actor. From the unforgettable biopic Straight Outta Compton to Mudbound and even the monster madness of Kong: Skull Island, he's proven that he can thrive in any space.

Throw in the fun of Zola and his animated turn in Freedom Fighters: The Ray, and you've got a career full of variety. If you loved him in The Chi, these 5 projects are a must-add to your watch next list.