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.
- Created by
- Amanda Peet
Seasons and episodes
1 season · 6 episodes
S1 E1Brilliant Mistake
Aug 20, 20217.430 min
With the department facing budget cuts and low enrollment, Ji-Yoon vows to make some changes as chair while one professor struggles to keep it together.
S1 E2The Faculty Party
Aug 20, 20216.730 min
Tired of the lack of diversity in Pembroke's staff, Ji-Yoon makes a bold decision during a faculty soiree. A video from Bill's lecture causes a stir.
S1 E3The Town Hall
Aug 20, 20216.730 min
Bill hosts a town hall with the students that quickly takes a turn. Joan starts a fire. A dinner with the dean puts Ji-Yoon in an awkward position.
S1 E4Don't Kill Bill
Aug 20, 20216.730 min
Pressure mounts for Ji-Yoon to turn the department around after Bill's suspension. The hiring of a new professor undermines Yaz's chance at tenure.
S1 E5The Last Bus in Town
Aug 20, 20216.930 min
Ji-Yoon visits Pembroke's new lecturer as Bill joins in on a Korean tradition. The tenured professors band together, and Yaz receives an enticing offer.
S1 E6The Chair
Aug 20, 20216.930 min
As his hearing approaches, Bill's academic future comes into question. Ji-Yoon's revelation puts the board on the spot and shakes up the department.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where can I watch The Chair?
- The Chair is streaming on Netflix. It can also be rented or bought on Apple TV Store. Availability is refreshed weekly.
- How many seasons of The Chair are there?
- The Chair has 1 season and 6 episodes. Status: Cancelled.
- Will there be a new season of The Chair?
- The Chair has been canceled; no new episodes are scheduled. The final episode aired on August 20, 2021.
- Who stars in The Chair?
- The Chair stars Sandra Oh, Nana Mensah, Jay Duplass, Holland Taylor, Bob Balaban.
