Season 1 – The Chair Company

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Oct 2025

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After an embarrassing incident at work, William Ronald Trosper finds himself investigating a far-reaching conspiracy.

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Critics Consensus

Tim Robinson's volcanic comedic ethos finds an ideal outlet in The Chair Company, a descent into paranoia that finds huge laughs in deeply uncomfortable places.

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Audience Says

Showcasing Tim Robinson’s unique brand of cringe humor, The Chair Company tickles the smart funny bone of those who enjoy comedy with a touch of mystery -- rewarding anyone willing to embrace the descent into absurdity.

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Shirley Li

The Atlantic

Dec 2

The clearest distillation yet of what makes Robinson so compelling as a performer.

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Molly Fischer

The New Yorker

Dec 2

An unexpectedly expansive, even heartwarming, vision of cringe comedy.

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Phillip Maciak

The New Republic

Nov 10

The Chair Company manages to be both a high-surrealist critique of the dehumanization of work and a portrait of fragile humanity. You won’t get swept away by its narrative or its cast of characters, but you might find yourself, unaccountably, moved.

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John Stark

Mac the Movie Guy

Jan 23

79/100

The Chair Company will keep you up at nights, not because it is frightening, but because you won’t be able to stop thinking about it. A truly singular vision from a mad genius. Don’t let it be spoiled for you.

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Emiliano Basile

EscribiendoCine

Jan 22

8/10

The Chair Company solidifies Robinson as one of the most unique voices in contemporary comedy, capable of using absurdity not only for gags, but to expose an era defined by anxiety and a desperate need for belonging. [Full review in Spanish]

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Ana Yorke

PopMatters

Jan 21

It is a disturbing, but surprisingly humane watch that finds kindness and understanding for the horrors of being a worker in the 21st century in the most bizarre places.

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Bry C

@BryanCooper Feb 15

This promised to have the kind of story arc that made Breaking Bad so compelling. However, half way through this series, while the main character lost the plot, so unfortunately did the show. The premise of looking into the seedy goings on of a shell company had me invested, but the final few episodes were a complete cop out, with a 'finale' that made me wonder if I'd mislaid an episode 9 somewhere. What I thought was going to tackle a heavy topic ended up just finishing with a shrug. The delivery of the 'comedy' was very abrasive. Everyone shouts all their dialog, which soon became very antagonistic. There was, ironically, almost no comedy relief and I found the series draining. Don't listen to the so-called approved 'critics'. They know this is brain-rotting tripe, but they have their own puppet-masters to satiate. I give it some credit for the idea and the potential of an interesting topic. However, I regret giving it my time and will avoid the 2nd season like the plague.

Sandra S

@Sandra589 Feb 6

Misterioso e caótica,são as palavras que defino essa perfeição com humor constrangedor do personagem principal que conseguiu me tirar boas risadas e me deixou aflita por muito tempo a cada descoberta,uma atmosfera calma mais ao mesmo tempo cheia de segredos recomendo muito para quem esta procurando algo diferente.

Gordon M.

@gordumb Jan 20

This show had some funny ideas and is decently executed. I appreciate the unseriousness and pacing, but some of the `screaming = funny` and `corny = funny` delivery feels lazy.

Raymond S

Jan 17

Makes me want to read a book instead, or fix something around the house. Watching this makes you dumber, imao.

John D.

@johndoe Jan 17

This show is awful. Not funny at all and so boring. I don’t understand how this has any positive reviews. Zero stars.

Lesley P

@StrangestThings Jan 16

No laughs, cringy, and virtually no likable characters. One of the worst shows I’ve ever seen.

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Tim Robinson

William Ronald Trosper

Lake Bell

Barb Trosper

Sophia Lillis

Natalie Trosper

Will Price

Seth Trosper

Joseph Tudisco

Mike Santini

Bradley Stryker

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Episode 1

Aired Oct 12, 2025

Life Goes by Too F**King Fast, It Really Does

After an embarrassing incident at work, Ron Trosper tries to solve the problem and finds himself investigating a conspiracy.

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Episode 2

Aired Oct 19, 2025

New Blood. There's 5 Rons Now

Ron aids in Natalie's wedding preparation and continues to try to solve the problem.

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Episode 3

Aired Oct 26, 2025

@BrownDerbyHistoricVids Little bit of Hollywood? Okayyy.

After an unnerving encounter, Ron installs a security system at his house and doubles down on his pursuit.

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Episode 4

Aired Nov 2, 2025

Bahld Harmon birthplace (disputed)

While developing a new hypothesis, Ron finds himself at the center of a series of confusing encounters.

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Episode 5

Aired Nov 9, 2025

I won. Zoom in.

While investigating a new avenue, Ron is led down a dangerous path.

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Episode 6

Aired Nov 16, 2025

Happy Birthday, a friend

Amid shifting circumstances, Ron explores every avenue.

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Episode 7

Aired Nov 23, 2025

I said to my dog, "How do you like my hippie shirt?"

Amidst changing circumstances, Ron explores all possibilities.

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Episode 8

Aired Nov 30, 2025

Minnie Mouse Coming Back Wasn't on My Bingo Card

A young boy shoots Hollywood producer Stacy Crystals with a 3D-printed gun, accusing him of ruining his father's life; while Ron is suspended from work, he reconnects with his family.

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