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'The Chair Company' Becomes HBO's Biggest Comedy Debut in 5 Years
5 Nov
Summary
- 'The Chair Company' pulls in 1.4 million viewers in first 3 days
- Show ranks #2 on HBO Max's US Top 10 list
- Praised by critics for its wit, originality, and unpredictable charm
In a remarkable feat, Tim Robinson's latest HBO comedy, 'The Chair Company', has become an overnight sensation, marking the network's biggest comedy debut in the past five years. Since premiering on October 12, the series has pulled in a massive 1.4 million viewers within its first three days, the strongest start for a comedy since 'Avenue 5'.
Known for his offbeat humor in 'I Think You Should Leave', Robinson has once again teamed up with co-creator Zach Kanin to deliver another absurdly funny ride. The show has quickly climbed to the No. 2 spot on HBO Max's US Top 10 list, holding its own against popular titles like 'Last Week Tonight with John Oliver', 'Smiling Friends', and 'I Love LA at Home'.
The success of 'The Chair Company' extends beyond the US, as the series is also performing exceptionally well internationally. It has ranked in the Top 5 on HBO Max across several countries, including Australia, Belgium, Iceland, Latvia, and Portugal, where it has even reached the No. 2 spot. The show is also making waves on Amazon Prime Video's weekly charts, recently debuting at No. 10.
Critics have been equally enthusiastic, with 'The Chair Company' currently holding a perfect 100% "Certified Fresh" score on Rotten Tomatoes. Twenty-one top critics have praised the show's wit, originality, and unpredictable charm, cementing its status as a must-watch comedy.
