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The Comeback

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description The Comeback Overview

The Comeback is an HBO sitcom centered around Valerie Cherish, portrayed by Lisa Kudrow, in contemporary Los Angeles. Created by Kudrow and Michael Patrick King, the show ran for three seasons—originally from 2005 to 2006, then revived in 2014 and again in 2026—before concluding with a final episode in May 2026.

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help The Comeback FAQ

How many seasons of The Comeback are there?

The HBO series has two seasons: the original 2005 season and a revival season in 2014. Lisa Kudrow returned as Valerie Cherish for the revival nearly a decade after the first run.

Who created The Comeback?

The Comeback was created by Lisa Kudrow and Michael Patrick King. Kudrow also stars as Valerie Cherish, a former sitcom actress trying to manage a reality-TV comeback.

What is Room and Bored in The Comeback?

Room and Bored is the fictional sitcom Valerie lands in the first season. Much of the comedy comes from the gap between Valerie's self-image and how the reality crew captures her on set.

How is The Comeback connected to HBO's reality-TV satire?

The series is shot as if Valerie is being followed by a reality crew, making the camera itself part of the joke. That format made it feel ahead of its time when it premiered in 2005.

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