The final season sees Chris becoming more cynical as he realizes that hard work doesn't always lead to an immediate payoff. The series famously concludes with a parody of The Sopranos finale. As the family gathers in a diner, Chris waits for the results of his (High School Equivalency) exam. If he passes, his childhood—and the premise of the show—is effectively over. The screen cuts to black, leaving his future open-ended but implying his eventual transition into the world of stand-up comedy. Why it Matters
: Chris spends four seasons trying to shed his nerdy image, even briefly adopting a "tougher" persona in Season 4 that ultimately leads to poor grades. Everybody Hates Chris complete season 1-4