Harry Lawtey has been one of the core faces of Industry ever since it premiered on HBO in 2020. His character, Robert, quickly became a fan favorite because he was chaotic, ambitious, emotional, and relatable in his own flawed way. He worked at Pierpoint and tried to keep up with the intense world of high finance. But his personal life was always just as messy as his professional one.
One of the biggest turning points for Robert was his complicated relationship with Yasmin. He fell for her deeply. Their dynamic was messy and magnetic. But everything came crashing down when Yasmin got engaged to Henry Muck, a massively wealthy tech CEO. That moment broke Robert. Many fans still talk about it as one of the show’s most heartbreaking scenes. Yet even after all of that emotional damage, Robert kept moving forward and tried to create a new path for himself.
Season 3 ended on a hopeful note for him. Robert decided to join a psilocybin startup and became the pitchman for the company. It felt like a fresh beginning. Something outside Pierpoint. Something that could help him evolve beyond his old patterns and toxic habits. A lot of viewers were curious to see if this new journey would finally bring his character some peace and progress. But now that Lawtey is out, the show will not continue that storyline.
Is Harry Lawtey quitting the cast of Industry season 4?
Harry Lawtey is leaving Industry after three full seasons on the show, and the news has left fans genuinely surprised. Many viewers were excited to see what Season 4 would bring for his character, Robert. But it has now been confirmed that Lawtey will not return due to scheduling conflicts. A source close to the production shared that his exit is simply a matter of timing and availability, not creative differences or drama behind the scenes.
Even with his departure, HBO is moving full speed ahead with the next chapter of the series.
The network has announced that Industry Season 4 will premiere on Sunday, January 11, at 9/8c.
The new season is expected to dive deeper into the ruthless and fast-moving world of global finance. It will introduce new challenges, new characters and new scandals that fit perfectly with the show’s sharp tone. But fans will definitely feel the absence of Robert, who brought a very real and often vulnerable energy to the drama.
Many viewers are now taking to social media to express how much they will miss Harry Lawtey’s presence on screen. Some are hopeful that he may return someday, even for a cameo. Others are grateful for the journey he has already given them through three intense seasons.
Industry season 4 trailer
HBO has released a teaser trailer for Season 4. The clip uses Nina Simone’s “Lilac Wine” as the soundtrack. It gives the first look at Max Minghella from The Handmaid’s Tale and Kal Penn from Designated Survivor. The trailer also shows Harper and Yasmin locking eyes from across the room. From the way the footage looks, this season is shaping up to be intense, dramatic, and full of strong performances.
