After years away, The Comeback is making its return to HBO — with the revival marking the end of Valerie Cherish’s story.
The beloved cult comedy, led by Lisa Kudrow, is set to premiere its third and concluding season on March 22 at 10:30 p.m. ET on HBO, with episodes available to stream on HBO Max. The eight-episode season will air weekly, leading up to the series finale on May 10.
First introduced in 2005 and revived once before in 2014, the mockumentary-style series chronicles Kudrow’s wonderfully misguided sitcom actress Valerie Cherish as she tirelessly — and often awkwardly — chases fame in Hollywood. Now, more than two decades after audiences first met her, Valerie is stepping back into the spotlight for a final chapter.
In the upcoming season, Valerie secures what appears to be her big break: the lead role in a new sitcom called ‘How’s That?!’, along with an executive producer title. However, her enthusiasm quickly fades when she learns the show’s scripts are being generated by artificial intelligence, setting the stage for another painfully funny round of showbiz misadventures.
The series was co-created by Kudrow and Michael Patrick King, who continue as executive producers alongside John Melfi and Dan Bucatinsky. Bucatinsky also returns on screen, with Laura Silverman and Damian Young reprising their roles. Additional cast members this season include Tim Bagley, Matt Cook, Jack O’Brien, Ella Stiller, John Early, Barry Shabaka Henley, Abbi Jacobson, Tony Macht, Brittany O’Grady, Zane Phillips, Julian Stern and Andrew Scott.
Following each episode, viewers can stream the show’s official HBO companion video podcast on HBO Max. Hosted by Evan Ross Katz, the series will feature conversations with Kudrow and King, along with appearances from cast members and other guests, offering behind-the-scenes insights and a closer look at Valerie Cherish’s enduring legacy.
See the trailer for ‘The Comeback’ – HERE.
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