Series

The Chair

2021★ 6.51 seasons

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.

Cast

Featured cast

Sandra OhDr. Ji-Yoon Kim

Nana MensahYasmin 'Yaz' McKay

Jay DuplassBill Dobson

Holland TaylorJoan Hambling

Bob BalabanElliot Rentz

David MorsePaul Larson

Episodes

1Brilliant MistakeWith the department facing budget cuts and low enrollment, Ji-Yoon vows to make some changes as chair while one professor struggles to keep it togeth…30 min

2The Faculty PartyTired 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.30 min

3The Town HallBill 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.30 min

4Don't Kill BillPressure 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.30 min

5The Last Bus in TownJi-Yoon visits Pembroke's new lecturer as Bill joins in on a Korean tradition. The tenured professors band together, and Yaz receives an enticing off…30 min

6The ChairAs 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.30 min

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