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: Sandra Oh, Nana Mensah, Jay Duplass
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Season 1
6 episodes
1. Brilliant 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 together.TV-MACC30minAug 20, 2021
2. The 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.TV-MACC30minAug 20, 2021
3. The 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.TV-MACC30minAug 20, 2021
4. Don'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.TV-MACC30minAug 20, 2021
5. The 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 offer.TV-MACC30minAug 20, 2021
6. The 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.TV-MACC30minAug 20, 2021
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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.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Amanda Peet, Annie Julia Wyman
- Studio
- BLB Media, Nice work Ravelli
Maturity rating
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Audio languages
English, Korean
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