Get ready for a hilarious comeback! Lisa Kudrow's iconic comedy series, 'The Comeback', is back for its final season, and it's bringing some fresh faces to the spotlight.
HBO has announced an impressive lineup of guest stars joining the beloved show's third and last season. Among them are the talented John Early and Abbi Jacobson, alongside Barry Shabaka Henley, Tony Macht, Brittany O'Grady, Zane Phillips, and Julian Stern, making his TV debut.
But here's where it gets interesting... This season marks a significant milestone, as it's been a whopping 20 years since the first season premiered in 2005, and a decade since season two.
In 'The Comeback', Lisa Kudrow plays Valerie Cherish, an actress who rose to fame in the early '90s and is now determined to reclaim her place in the entertainment industry. The first season followed her journey as she landed a role in a new comedy series, with the twist of being featured in a reality show documenting the making of the scripted show. Season two took an even more intriguing turn, as Cherish was cast in an HBO project based on the life of the sitcom writer who had caused her so much grief in season one.
And this is the part most people miss... Despite her personal struggles, Cherish's professional life was thriving, earning her widespread acclaim.
The third season, created by Michael Patrick King and Lisa Kudrow, is currently in production and is set to debut on HBO and HBO Max in 2026. King and Kudrow are executive producers, joined by John Melfi and Dan Bucatinsky.
As for the cast's representation, Early is backed by UTA and Rise Management, while Henley is represented by BRS Gage and Rugolo Entertainment. Jacobson is with UTA, Macht is with Sweet 180 and Nicolosi & Co., and O'Grady is represented by CAA and Suskin/Karshan Management. Phillips is with BRS/Gage and Prime Talent Media, and Stern is with Untitled Entertainment.
So, what do you think about this star-studded final season of 'The Comeback'? Will it live up to the show's legacy? Share your thoughts and predictions in the comments below!
(P.S. Deadline broke the news first about the final season's casting.)
