'The Comeback' Season 3 Sets HBO Release Date, Drops First Trailer

Variety

by Joseph Otterson

February 26, 2026

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**The Comeback' Season 3 Makes Its HBO Debut on March 22** 'The Comeback' is set to make a triumphant return with its third season, premiering on HBO on March 22 at 10:30 p.m. ET/PT. The highly anticipated installment will also be available for streaming on HBO Max. While billed as the final season, fans of the series know that "The Comeback" has a history of surprising comebacks, leaving room for future possibilities. The comedy revolves around Valerie Cherish (played by Lisa Kudrow), a former sitcom star now starring in a new AI-written show and continuing her quest for Hollywood success over a decade after the events of the second season. **A Star-Studded Cast and Creative Team** The cast includes returning favorites like Dan Bucatinsky, Laura Silverman, Damian Young, 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. The series is created by Michael Patrick King and Lisa Kudrow, who also serve as executive producers alongside John Melfi and Bucatinsky. Known for its sharp wit and introspective look at the entertainment industry, "The Comeback" has been a labor of love for its creators and stars. **A Cult Classic Returns** When it first debuted on HBO in 2005, "The Comeback" didn't achieve the commercial success it deserved. However, over time, it built a dedicated cult following, which led to its successful revival in 2014. The show's second season received critical acclaim and solid

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Originally published on Variety on 2/26/2026