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Tim Robinson's 'The Chair Company' Premieres October 2025

9/8/2025

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Tim Robinson's comedy series, The Chair Company, debuts on HBO and HBO Max on October 12, 2025.
The plot centers on Robinson's character, William Ronald Trosper, who investigates a conspiracy following a work mishap.
Co-creator Zach Kanin notes the series lacks a definitive plan, saying, “None of this is thought out.”
The cast features Lake Bell, Sophia Lillis, Will Price, and Lou Diamond Phillips.
Andrew DeYoung directed the pilot and is an executive producer. The series includes eight episodes.

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Story summary

Tim Robinson's comedy series, The Chair Company, debuts on HBO and HBO Max on October 12, 2025.
The plot centers on Robinson's character, William Ronald Trosper, who investigates a conspiracy following a work mishap.
Co-creator Zach Kanin notes the series lacks a definitive plan, saying, “None of this is thought out.”
The cast features Lake Bell, Sophia Lillis, Will Price, and Lou Diamond Phillips.
Andrew DeYoung directed the pilot and is an executive producer. The series includes eight episodes.