
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' mother insists he take his younger siblings out trick-or-treating, which jeopardizes his own plans.

Chris and Greg get caught cutting school to see a movie; Rochelle decides to help out at the school's book fair; Julius tries to renew his driver's license.

Julius and Chris pick up extra work for the holidays by playing Santa Claus at a local department store.

Chris and Greg each must care for an egg for a parenting skills lesson; Julius learns that the family's electric bill is over the budget.