HBO’s ‘The Chair Company’ Season Finale Explores Ron’s Dark Descent

LOS ANGELES, CA — HBO’s surreal comedy, ‘The Chair Company,’ wrapped its first season with a gripping finale on November 30, 2025. The episode, titled ‘Minnie Mouse coming back wasn’t on my bingo card,’ follows the troubled character Ron Trosper as he navigates personal and professional chaos.

In the finale, Ron finds himself in a tense conversation with Fisher Robay CEO Jeff Levjman, portrayed by Lou Diamond Phillips. The moment serves as an unexpected opportunity for Ron, who has been on shaky ground with his colleagues following a confrontation with Jeff.

Instead of accepting Jeff’s backhanded compliment with humility, Ron interprets it as a challenge. ‘Ron, he’s content with a nice, simple life,’ Jeff states, unaware of the excessive thrill-seeking that has overtaken Ron’s life.

As the episode progresses, viewers witness Ron’s internal struggle as he grapples with a conspiracy involving the Tecca company, which he believes has committed serious fraud. The stakes rise as he considers exposing their wrongdoing, but doing so could jeopardize his wife Barb’s business. Lake Bell plays Barb, who has supported Ron’s investigation while trying to keep the family together.

Despite Ron’s obsession, his family suffers due to his neglect. His son Seth and daughter Natalie struggle with their own challenges, prompting Ron to reconsider his priorities. Each new lead in his investigation only deepens his descent into madness.

In a critical scene, Ron confronts Mike, a delusional character played by Joseph Tudisco, whose attachment to Ron complicates matters further. As Ron’s reality starts blurring with his delusions, the question remains whether he will choose to dive deeper into the conspiracies or retreat to his prior life.

The finale concludes with a shocking revelation from a mysterious caller that hints at Ron being drawn further into madness. As Ron contemplates whether his quest for truth is a remedy or a disease, the audience is left on the edge of their seats about what awaits in Season 2.

‘The Chair Company’ Season 1 is now available on HBO Max, with a second season already confirmed, promising more twists in Ron’s chaotic journey.