Key Points
- HBO confirms The Chair Company will return for Season 2.
- Season 1 finale aired Sunday, November 30 at 10 p.m. ET.
- The comedy, led by Tim Robinson, averaged 3.3 million U.S. viewers.
- HBO calls it the “top freshman comedy in platform history.”
- Cast includes Lake Bell, Sophia Lillis, Will Price, Joseph Tudisco, and Lou Diamond Phillips.
Season 1 Finale Marks a Milestone
The first season of The Chair Company concluded on Sunday (Nov. 30) at 10 p.m. ET, wrapping up Ron Trosper’s journey as he faced the fallout from a pivotal decision. The HBO comedy, created and headlined by Tim Robinson, quickly became a breakout hit for the network.
Plot and Characters
The series follows Ron Trosper (Robinson), an office worker whose embarrassing workplace incident spirals into a larger conspiracy investigation.
The ensemble cast features Lake Bell as Barb Trosper, Sophia Lillis as Natalie Trosper, Will Price as Seth Trosper, Joseph Tudisco as Mike Santini, and Lou Diamond Phillips as Jeff Levjman.
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Renewal Announcement
HBO officially confirmed the renewal of The Chair Company for Season 2 earlier this month during a press presentation in New York. Casey Bloys, chairman of HBO and HBO Max Content, praised the series’ performance, noting it has become “HBO’s top freshman comedy in platform history.”
According to Variety, the show averaged 3.3 million viewers in the U.S., cementing its place as one of HBO’s most successful new comedies.
Why It Matters
The renewal underscores HBO’s continued investment in original comedy programming, a genre that has historically delivered both critical acclaim and strong subscriber engagement. With Robinson’s unique comedic style resonating with audiences, the series has carved out a distinct identity in HBO’s lineup.
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What Happens Next
Season 2 of The Chair Company is now officially in development. While HBO has not yet announced a premiere date, fans can expect more of Robinson’s offbeat humor and the continuation of Ron Trosper’s conspiracy-laden journey.
The eight-episode first season remains available to stream on HBO and HBO Max.
