
This sitcom chronicles the misadventures of teenager Chris as he grows up in 1980s Brooklyn. Chris is surrounded by eccentric family members, including frugal father Julius, intimidating mother Rochelle, spoiled sister Tonya and younger brother Drew, who is more popular than Chris. The show is based on the life of comedian Chris Rock, who serves as the narrator for the show and is also an executive producer.

Chris must defend himself at an impeachment hearing after the school newspaper runs several inflammatory stories about his class presidency.

Chris notices that he can do no wrong after Julius lends him a pair of lucky socks; Drew and Tonya decide to play their parents against each other.

Chris refuses to do his chores; Mr. Omar decides to say whatever is on his mind.

Chris asks Tasha to be his girlfriend; Rochelle finds out that Julius was married to someone else before her.