The brilliant creator behind Netflix’s hit comedy seriesI Think You Should Leaveis revving up a new project for HBO.Tim Robinsonis co-creating and starring inThe Chair Company,which has just been greenlit by the premium cable channel.The cast includes Lake Bell, Sophia Lillis, Will Price, and Joseph Tudisco. Meanwhile, Robinson is currently set to star in a feature film alongside Paul Rudd titledFriendship, which features his penchant for awkward humor on the big screen.
ViaThe Hollywood Reporter, HBO has picked up a series order for Tim Robinson’s upcoming comedy series,currently titledThe Chair Company.Robinson will write and executive produce alongside writer Zach Kanin, who previously collaborated with him onI Think You Should Leave,Detroiters, andSaturday Night Live. Adam McKay (Vice) and Todd Schulman (Borat) will also serve as executive producers through their company, HyperObject Industries. UnlikeI Think You Should Leave, it seems the new HBO show will not be a sketch comedy, instead following a specific protagonist and narrative.Check out theofficial loglineforThe Chair Company:
The Chair Companywill follow a man named William Ronald Trosper (Robinson) who, after an embarrassing incident at work, finds himself investigating a far-reaching conspiracy.
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Directed by Andrew DeYoung(Our Flag Means Death),Friendshipis the next big project featuring Tim Robinson, whichpremiered to glowing reviews at the Toronto International Film Festival. It’s a departure from the typical Robinson affair when it comes to the format, but allegedly featureshis signature cringy, awkward humor found in all of his projects.TIFF(Peter Kuplowsky) officially described the film as follows:
When an errant delivery pulls suburban dad Craig Waterman (Tim Robinson) into the orbit of his mysterious and charismatic new neighbour Austin Carmichael (Paul Rudd), a sweet bromance seems to blossom over an innocent evening of urban exploration, punk rock, and a mutual appreciation for paleolithic antiquities. But what should have been the start of a beautiful friendship is soon waylaid as Craig’s obsessive personality begins to alienate his new pal, subsequently inducing a spiral that threatens to upend Craig’s entire life.
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OutsideThe Chair CompanyandFriendship,Tim Robinson fans and those unfamiliar with his work will have tobinge his earlier shows if they want to see him sooner rather than later. On Netflix,I Think You Should Leaveis the best sketch comedy show in ages,a surreal and truly inventive seriesthat, for many, may be an acquired taste. Some of its sketches will force viewers to pause more than once due to its extremely cringeworthy nature.It certainly took this writer several episodes to get used to the comedy.Meanwhile,Detroitersis also a good way to get to know Robinson and his ability to bounce off comedically with a co-lead in Sam Richardson.
