Common Sense Media Review
By Marty Brown
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Tim Robinson vehicle adds suspense to comedy of discomfort.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 15+?
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The Chair Company
What's the Story?
THE CHAIR COMPANY introduces William Ronald Trosper (Tim Robinson), a newly promoted father of two who's in charge of the construction of a new mall. When he embarrasses himself in front of his peers and coworkers by falling through a chair, Trosper becomes obsessed with the company who made it.
Is It Any Good?
Tim Robinson excels at playing tightly wound everyman types who quickly become unraveled under pressure. The Chair Company features Robinson in one of many variations on this role. It's a character that works better in short sketches than at length (see also: Friendship), but the series supports Robinson with a deep ensemble and legitimately intriguing plot. The comedic bits don't always work, but Robinson is easy to root for and has occasional moments of absolute genius.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the style of comedy in The Chair Company. How is it unique? What does it want you to be laughing about? What other comedies do you know in this style?
What drives William Ronald Trosper? What are his values? How do his actions compare to his goals and values?
Why does Trosper seem to make so many mistakes? What are his priorities? How does he treat his personal priorities compared to the needs of his job and family?
TV Details
- Premiere date : October 12, 2025
- Cast : Tim Robinson , Lake Bell , Lou Diamond Phillips
- Network : HBO
- Genre : Comedy
- Topics : Friendship , Sports , STEM
- TV rating :
- Last updated : December 3, 2025
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