Lisa Kudrow returns as the famously persistent Valerie Cherish this week, marking the end of a long television journey. HBO is bringing back The Comeback for its third and final season, and viewers finally have a full look at when each new episode will drop.
The series first appeared in 2005 and surprised everyone with a second season in 2014. Now, more than two decades after audiences first met the struggling sitcom actress, Valerie Cherish is making one last attempt to find her place in Hollywood.
Episode Release Dates for The Comeback Season 3
The Comeback Season 3 premieres on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at 10:30 p.m. ET on HBO. Each new episode will arrive weekly on Sundays at the same time, giving fans time to enjoy Valerie’s latest adventures without rushing through the eight-episode season.
The full release schedule for The Comeback Season 3:
- Episode 1 – Sunday, March 22
- Episode 2 – Sunday, March 29
- Episode 3 – Sunday, April 5
- Episode 4 – Sunday, April 12
- Episode 5 – Sunday, April 19
- Episode 6 – Sunday, April 26
- Episode 7 – Sunday, May 3
- Episode 8 (Finale) – Sunday, May 10
The season will wrap up with its final episode on Sunday, May 10, 2026, giving viewers eight weeks to follow Valerie’s story to its conclusion.
Where to Watch The Comeback Season 3
You can watch the new episodes in two ways. The show airs live on HBO at the scheduled time each Sunday. For those who prefer streaming, every episode will also be available on HBO Max (now called Max) at the same time they air.
If you want to catch up before the new season, both Season 1 and Season 2 are currently streaming on HBO Max. The first two seasons have a small number of episodes, making it easy to get through them quickly before the premiere.
What to Expect in the Final Season
In the third season, Valerie lands what looks like her biggest break yet. She secures the lead role in a new sitcom called How’s That?! and also gets an executive producer title. But things get complicated when she finds out the show’s scripts are being written by artificial intelligence.
The new season looks at how Hollywood has changed since Valerie first appeared on screens. The show uses its signature mockumentary style to show Valerie dealing with modern entertainment industry issues while staying true to her character’s awkward but determined nature.
Amy Gravitt, executive vice president for HBO and Max Comedy Programming, shared her thoughts when the renewal was announced last year.
“No matter what the industry throws at her, Valerie Cherish is a survivor. On the 20th anniversary of her debut, Michael Patrick King and Lisa Kudrow have brilliantly scripted her return to HBO and we can’t wait to see that.”
Cast Members Returning and New Faces
Lisa Kudrow returns as Valerie Cherish. The main cast also includes Dan Bucatinsky as Billy Staton, Valerie’s publicist, along with Laura Silverman, Damian Young, and Tim Bagley.
New additions to the cast for this final season include Andrew Scott, Matt Cook, Jack O’Brien, Ella Stiller, John Early, Barry Shabaka Henley, Abbi Jacobson, Tony Macht, Brittany O’Grady, Zane Phillips, and Julian Stern.
The series was created by Michael Patrick King and Lisa Kudrow, who also serve as executive producers alongside John Melfi and Dan Bucatinsky.
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Companion Podcast and Early Reviews
Following each episode, viewers can check out The Comeback’s Official HBO Companion Video Podcast on HBO Max. Host Evan Ross Katz talks with Lisa Kudrow and Michael Patrick King about the storylines, how the series started, and why Valerie Cherish still matters today. The podcast also features guest appearances from cast members and others involved with the show.
Ahead of its premiere, The Comeback Season 3 has received positive early feedback, holding an 89% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on initial reviews.
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