Tim Robinson's New Comedy Series "The Chair Company" Set to Premiere on HBO

Tim Robinson's latest comedy series, _The Chair Company_, is scheduled to premiere on HBO and HBO Max on October 12, 2025, at 10 p.m. ET/PT. The show, co-created with Zach Kanin, follows the character William Ronald Trosper, portrayed by Robinson, who embarks on an investigation into a vast conspiracy following an embarrassing incident at work. The series consists of eight episodes, with new episodes released weekly until the season finale on November 30.

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In addition to Tim Robinson, the cast includes Lake Bell as Barb Trosper, Sophia Lillis as Natalie Trosper, Will Price as Seth Trosper, and Joseph Tudisco as Mike Santini. Lou Diamond Phillips will have a recurring role as Jeff Levjman. The series is executive produced by Robinson and Kanin, alongside Adam McKay and Todd Schulman for HyperObject Industries, and Andrew DeYoung, who also directed the pilot.

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Robinson and Kanin have a history of creating character-driven narratives, as seen in their previous work on _Detroiters_ and _I Think You Should Leave_. While discussing _The Chair Company_, Robinson noted, “None of this is thought out. It’s not planned. It’s not on purpose,” indicating a spontaneous approach to storytelling. He described his character, Ron, as prideful and less challenging for viewers compared to his previous roles, suggesting that Ron may have found a purpose in his investigation.

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Amy Gravitt, executive vice president of HBO and Max comedy programming, expressed enthusiasm about the series, stating, “With an imprint only Tim and Zach can have on a character, William Ronald Trosper follows in the strong tradition of HBO comedy leads. I couldn’t be happier to announce the pickup of this wildly enjoyable show.” Robinson and Kanin also conveyed their excitement about collaborating with HBO and the talented cast and crew involved in the project.

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While the series has generated anticipation, some critics may question the reliance on familiar comedic tropes, particularly the theme of embarrassment that has characterized Robinson's previous work. The approach of creating humor from cringe-worthy situations may not appeal to all audiences, raising concerns about the potential repetitiveness of the narrative style.

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As the premiere date approaches, HBO has released first-look images from the series, although Kanin advises viewers to avoid spoilers for a more surprising experience. The series aims to blend humor with a narrative that explores personal and professional challenges, setting the stage for a unique comedic offering in the fall television lineup.

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• “It’s not planned. It’s not on purpose.” — Tim Robinson, Actor/Creator

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• “With an imprint only Tim and Zach can have on a character, William Ronald Trosper follows in the strong tradition of HBO comedy leads. I couldn’t be happier to announce the pickup of this wildly enjoyable show.” — Amy Gravitt, EVP, HBO & Max Comedy Programming

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• “When I watch a show or a movie, I don’t want to know anything about it,” — Zach Kanin, Co-Creator

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