Tyler James Williams plays young Chris, Terry Crews plays his father Julius, Tichina Arnold plays his mother Rochelle, and the series is narrated by Chris Rock.
Main cast
- Chris Rock (narrator / older Chris)Chris Rock1–4Main
- Chris Rock (lead, young Chris)Tyler James Williams1–4Main
- Julius RockTerry Crews1–4Main
- Rochelle RockTichina Arnold1–4Main
- Tonya RockImani Hakim1–4Main
- Drew RockTequan Richmond1–4Main
- Gregory ‘Greg’ WattersVincent Martella1–4Main
Supporting cast
- CarusoTravis Flory1–3Supp
- Mr. OmarJacqie R. Johnson3–4Supp
Guest & voice
- Ms. MorelloJacqueline Mazarella1Guest
- Kid (multiple episodes)Jordan Puryear1–2Guest
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About this cast
Everybody Hates Chris is a semi-autobiographical sitcom created by Chris Rock and Ali LeRoi, with Rock narrating and the story told from his perspective. The show ran for four seasons on UPN (later The CW) in the US and aired on Channel 4 in the UK. The main cast includes Tyler James Williams as Chris, Terry Crews as Julius, and Tichina Arnold as Rochelle.
FAQs
Who plays young Chris in Everybody Hates Chris?
Tyler James Williams plays the young Chris Rock, the main character of the series.
Who narrates Everybody Hates Chris?
Chris Rock himself narrates the series as the older version of the main character.
Was Everybody Hates Chris based on a true story?
Yes, it is a semi-autobiographical sitcom based on Chris Rock’s childhood in Brooklyn, New York.
When was Everybody Hates Chris broadcast in the UK?
The series aired on Channel 4 in the UK, typically from 2006 onwards, and later on Comedy Central.
How many seasons of Everybody Hates Chris are there?
The show has four seasons, which originally aired from 2005 to 2009.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026