The Chi Season 7 release schedule: When do the new episodes drop?

Finally, after all the wait, The Chi Season 7 has finally dropped! Fans no longer have to guess or wonder anymore—the new season has already begun releasing, and the release schedule has been officially confirmed by the network. For anyone still in doubt about the details, we have it all spelled out now.

So, to answer the burning question, here's the scoop: The Chi Season 7 premiered on Friday, May 16, 2025, for streamers on Paramount+ with Showtime, and on Sunday, May 18, 2025, for cable users on Showtime. The show is releasing weekly, with a new episode available every week.

What time do new episodes of The Chi Season 7 release?

New episodes of The Chi Season 7 drop every Friday on Paramount+ with Showtime for streaming users. If you’re watching on traditional cable, tune in to Showtime at 9 p.m. ET every Sunday.

This staggered release pattern is consistent with the approach used in recent seasons and offers flexibility for both streaming and cable audiences.

How many episodes are there in The Chi Season 7?

No official count of episodes for Season 7 has been announced as of now. Previous seasons varied by quantity—some had 10 episodes and others had 16 episodes in two parts for Season 6. Though audiences hope for a longer run again, Showtime has made no mention of the episode count for Season 7.

Where can you watch The Chi Season 7?

The series continues to be available on streaming and cable platforms. For streaming, new episodes are posted to Paramount+ with Showtime each Friday. For those who prefer watching on actual TV, new episodes of The Chi are on Showtime each Sunday at 9 p.m. ET. Past seasons are available to catch up on both platforms.

Is The Chi renewed beyond Season 7?

So far, Showtime (now under the Paramount+ with Showtime banner) has made no official statements about renewals past Season 7. Attention, for the meantime, remains on the weekly rollout of the fresh season. All the rumored news about the show's future will occur later in the year, subject to performance and viewership.

In short, The Chi Season 7 premiered on May 16, 2025 (streaming) and May 18, 2025 (cable), with episodes shown every Friday and Sunday, depending on your platform. While there is no official number of episodes just yet, viewers now have a planned schedule they can use to follow their release.

All former reports are now moot, with the show officially back on the air and making its way through its seventh season.