Black Ink Crew: Chicago

Season 5

TV-14

Black Ink Crew: Chicago follows a passionate and ambitious group of tattoo artists and friends through the unforgiving streets of Chicago as they band together to create new identities for themselves, their families, and their business.

Where to Watch Season 5

24 Episodes

9MAG Is Forever
E1
Episode 19MAG Is ForeverWeeks after Ryan's dramatic takeover of 9MAG, tensions run high between Phor and Don, Ryan and Rachel reach the end of the road, and Charmaine undergoes a medical procedure.
Give Me a Smoothie Gina
E2
Episode 2Give Me a Smoothie GinaLily becomes a reluctant co-parent when Bella moves in, Charmaine gabs about Phor's sexts on the radio, and Van finally forgives Ryan for past betrayals.
Tattoo Shop of Horrors
E3
Episode 3Tattoo Shop of HorrorsDon has taken over as manager and tensions are building between him and Brittany. Ryan invites an artist from California to come tattoo at the shop, and throws a Halloween party. Van hires an apprentice that rubs everyone the wrong way.
Michael Jackson Is ALIVE!
E4
Episode 4Michael Jackson Is ALIVE!Charmaine takes the 9MAG crew to Vegas for a tattoo convention in an attempt to prove her worth to Ryan; when Van's apprentice shows up, everyone speculates on where she's going to be sleeping at night.
She's Here If You Evenita
E5
Episode 5She's Here If You EvenitaVan decides to commit to Jenn after hooking up with Evenita, Shine gets frustrated by 9MAG's unprofessionalism, and Junior arrives to tear up the Vegas Strip with the guys.
Phor
E6
Episode 6PhorLily sees Junior and Adriana for the first time since Jamaica, Don struggles to be there for both his dad and Phor as they battle depression, and Jenn confronts Van.
Potato With a Scarf On
E7
Episode 7Potato With a Scarf OnJunior is officially back at 9MAG; Charmaine hooks Ryan up with a celebrity client and the gang get together for Friendsgiving.
I Didn't Say I Hate Her (I Just Don't Like Her)
E8
Episode 8I Didn't Say I Hate Her (I Just Don't Like Her)All of 9MAG reacts to what happened on Friendsgiving. Junior gets in touch with himself and his past, Don expands his horizons and Charmaine outs Lily as a racist.
I Hope You Make It to America
E9
Episode 9I Hope You Make It to AmericaRyan gets an ominous call for a meeting from the building management to discuss the future of 9MAG; Lily uses her break from the shop to focus on her art; Charmaine decides to organize a protest.
Lacuna Matata
E10
Episode 10Lacuna MatataRyan toils in secrecy on a new mystery shop; Van scares some sense into his daughter's boyfriend; rising actor Don ponders a move to NYC; Phor shines in the studio while Charmaine wants answers about her future with 9MAG.
Don't Come for Queen Latifah
E11
Episode 11Don't Come for Queen LatifahVan bullies Bella with a tyrannical set of new rules at the old shop, Ryan shuts Phor out of the new shop, and Lily turns up at the old 9MAG's party to defend Bella.
Ryantology
E12
Episode 12RyantologyVan’s leadership skills are put under the microscope, as the old shop continues to suffer; Lily wonders if she still has a future at 9Mag; Charmaine’s parents come to town; and Phor receives a baller opportunity.
Team Bonding!
E13
Episode 13Team Bonding!The new 9MAG and the old 9MAG head to Miami for team-building, Charmaine struggles to find happiness, and Ryan reveals his feelings about the old team.
From Chi-ami to Sky-ami
E14
Episode 14From Chi-ami to Sky-amiMandatory team bonding in Miami pays off as Charmaine and Lily put years of beef behind them. Phor makes his triumphant return to the stage. When Lily lashes out at Neek, Ryan's hard-won 9MAG peace goes left. Charmaine faces a heartbreaking decision.
The Cover Up Is Worse Than the Crime
E15
Episode 15The Cover Up Is Worse Than the CrimeVan defends himself and his artwork against a few unhappy clients causing legal trouble for Ryan. While Don and Ashley view houses at the top of their non-existent budget, a familiar face returns for a second chance at life and love at 9MAG.
What Is This, A Reunion Show?
E16
Episode 16What Is This, A Reunion Show?Past and present members of the 9MAG crew attend the Chicago Tattoo Convention, where they dig up old conspiracy theories and drag old rivalries to the ground.
The Steve Harvey Show
E17
Episode 17The Steve Harvey ShowAfter showing no remorse for tarnishing the 9MAG brand at the Chicago Tattoo Convention, Van fires Lily. Charmaine goes back on her word forcing Neek to give her an ultimatum. Ryan and Phor fly to LA for an appearance on the Steve Harvey show.
Deja Vu
E18
Episode 18Deja VuCharmaine returns to 9MAG in hopes of getting her job back, Van takes his daughter on a college tour, and Don asks Ashley for another chance at a perfect wedding. A rumor started by an unlikely source gains legs quickly.
The Vianna and the Long Haitian
E19
Episode 19The Vianna and the Long HaitianNeek plans to surprise Charmaine in South Carolina with a marriage proposal and invites the crew along for the event. A few unexpected guests and a history lesson force everyone to revisit the past and be grateful for the present.
Period, End of Sentence
E20
Episode 20Period, End of SentenceThe happiest day of Charmaine's life is overshadowed by a rumor that won't die. Ryan decides it's time for a change at 9MAG and Don is just the one to make it.
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