The Chair
- Drama
- Comedy
At a major university, the first woman of color to become chair tries to meet the dizzying demands and high expectations of a failing English department.
The Chair is a comedy-drama series that premiered on Netflix on August 20, 2021, following the first woman of color appointed to lead a struggling English department at a major university. The show has been canceled after one season. Viewers interested in workplace comedies with dramatic depth will find this series explores the pressures of institutional leadership and departmental politics.
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Nana MensahYasmin 'Yaz' McKay
Holland TaylorJoan Hambling
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Jay DuplassBill Dobson
Bob BalabanElliot Rentz
Everly CarganillaJu-Hee 'Ju Ju' Kim
David MorsePaul Larson
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Michelle DoMichelle
Ji Yong LeeHabi
Ron CrawfordProfessor McHale
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Jordan TysonCapri
Marcia DeBonisLaurie
Trailer
The Chair | Official Trailer | Netflix
Seasons
1 season
Episodes · Season 1
Full season| # | Title | Air date | Runtime | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Brilliant Mistake | 2021-08-20 | 30m | 7.4 |
| 02 | The Faculty Party | 2021-08-20 | 30m | 6.7 |
| 03 | The Town Hall | 2021-08-20 | 30m | 6.7 |
| 04 | Don't Kill Bill | 2021-08-20 | 30m | 6.7 |
| 05 | The Last Bus in Town | 2021-08-20 | 30m | 6.9 |
| 06 | The Chair | 2021-08-20 | 30m | 6.9 |
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Is The Chair renewed or cancelled?
The Chair has been cancelled — there are no plans for another season.
The Chair — frequently asked
When did The Chair premiere and where can I watch it?
The Chair premiered on Netflix on August 20, 2021. All episodes are available to stream on the platform.
How many seasons of The Chair are there?
One season of The Chair was released. The series was canceled after the first season and will not continue.
What is The Chair about?
The series follows the first woman of color to become chair of an English department at a major university as she navigates the demands of leading a failing department while managing high expectations.
Is The Chair confirmed canceled?
Yes, The Chair has been canceled and no additional seasons are in development.
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