New HBO show praised for ‘bizarre’ and ‘terrifying’ finale featuring unhinged cliffhanger

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1 Dec 2025 • 9:03 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • The season finale of Tim Robinson’s new HBO comedy The Chair Company has aired, leaving viewers amused, confused and scared in equal measure.
  • The show sees Friendship and I Think You Should Leave star, Robinson, play Ron Trosper, a man who is convinced he’s uncovered a conspiracy theory following an embarassing incident at work.
  • The unconventional show effectively builds an eerie, Lynchian atmosphere, hinting at supernatural elements in often absurd scenarios involving unhinged characters.
  • A surprising revelation in the finale points to one of Ron's co-workers as the alleged mastermind behind his downfall, driven by revenge for a forgotten slight.
  • Some fans called the final episode “terrifying” and “bizarre”, while many compared it to David Lynch’s acclaimed TV series Twin Peaks.
  • A second season for The Chair Company has already been commissioned, with HBO stating last month they were “thrilled by the incredible response”.

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