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Season 2 – The Comeback

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"The Comeback" tells the story of a B-list sitcom star so desperate to revive her career that she agrees to star in a reality television show called, appropriately enough, "The Comeback." Cameras follow Valerie Cherish's every move as she angles to keep her head above the Hollywood fray, even as she's woefully out of touch with modern show business. And in the madness that is network television, there is nothing braver than a 40-year-old ingenue who's not quite ready to give up the spotlight.
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The Comeback — Season 2

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Critics Consensus

Substantially similar to its predecessor in all the best ways, The Comeback's resurrection season thrives on Lisa Kudrow's starring performance as Valerie Cherish.

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Liz Shannon Miller IndieWire Mar 2, 2020
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Dark, challenging and smart on a new level. Go to Full Review Jonathan Bernstein Daily Telegraph (UK) Mar 11, 2015
4/5
In its previous incarnation, Valerie was marooned on a sitcom she hated, now she's the star of a sitcom about the sitcom she hated. It's a brilliant idea. Go to Full Review Drew Grant Observer Jan 7, 2015
Valerie might be having a "comeback," but it feels like we are meeting her for the first time. Go to Full Review Erik Anderson Awards Watch Mar 2, 2020
One thing is certain: The Comeback's second season is even better than its first. It's a masterclass. Poignant, funny, uncomfortable, unflinching. Go to Full Review Kari Croop Common Sense Media Nov 18, 2014
4/5
Shrewd reality spoof is smart; mature humor. Go to Full Review Matt Roush TV Guide Nov 11, 2014
I couldn't be more thrilled that the network has finally seen the light to give The Comeback another try. Its time has come. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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jane M @RT22944970 Apr 29, 2026 This season was just great! Give Lisa all the awards! Ugh, loved Mickey all through and through! See more Steven R @RT24127245 Aug 25, 2025 Excellent television and possibly one of the best finales a sitcom could write. Not only did Lisa up her game in the second season, but the writing was more nuanced for maximum emotional and comedic effect. Bravo to all involved and I’m perched for the third (and last one!) season. See more Vicki G @RT11331199 Oct 25, 2024 Amazing comedy series See more Nov 28, 2021 I simply LOVE Lisa and this show is surely her best work. Loved the 1st season as well. Raw and real. See more Sep 19, 2020 I believe that the long time between seasons 1 and 2 makes everything even better. There a tons of layers in it. I am writting in 2020 and it is just the perfect timeing for the third. See more Raymond H @RayHortonIndiana Sep 15, 2017 Love it! Cringe-worthy and all! See more Read all reviews
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Lisa Kudrow

Valerie Cherish

Robert Michael Morris

Mickey Deane

Damian Young

Mark Berman

Laura Silverman

Jane

Lance Barber

Paulie G.

Dan Bucatinsky

Billy

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Nov 9, 2014 Valerie Makes a Pilot While shooting footage for a reality TV pilot, Valerie Cherish learns that her nemesis is creating a series about a sitcom writer and his relationship with a neurotic, older actress; Valerie crashes the offices of HBO. Details Episode 2 Aired Nov 16, 2014 Valerie Tries to Get Yesterday Back HBO asks Valerie to bring back the producer that followed her on "Room and Bored"; Val's publicist gets her an appointment with celebrity stylist Brad Goreski. Details Episode 3 Aired Nov 23, 2014 Valerie Is Brought to Her Knees Valerie is excited to meet her co-star during the first day on set for "Seeing Red"; Valerie puts on a brave face while filming a fantasy sequence in the show. Details Episode 4 Aired Nov 30, 2014 Valerie Saves the Show Valerie makes an impulsive decision when she learns that some of her scenes may be cut; Valerie brushes up on her improvisation skills at The Groundlings Theatre. Details Episode 5 Aired Dec 7, 2014 Valerie Is Taken Seriously A new director forces Valerie out of her comfort zone; Billy is upset when HBO publicity sets up an interview for Valerie; Valerie is worried about Paulie G. Details Episode 6 Aired Dec 14, 2014 Valerie Cooks in the Desert Valerie tries to plan a special date night for her and Mark, but her plans are thwarted by a grueling reshoot in the desert; Valerie makes Paulie anxious by talking about early reviews of "Seeing Red." Details Episode 7 Aired Dec 21, 2014 Valerie Faces the Critics As "Seeing Red" hits the air, Valerie is exposed to a variety of critical thoughts about her career; Val gets a surprise while on a trip to Mickey's apartment. Details Episode 8 Aired Dec 28, 2014 Valerie Gets What She Really Wants Valerie gets her first real taste of success; Valerie turns heads at Juna's Hollywood party; Valerie wonders if her husband will be there on the biggest night of her life. Details

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The Comeback — Season 2

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Season Info

Director
John Riggi
Executive Producer
Michael Patrick King, Lisa Kudrow, John P. Melfi, Dan Bucatinsky
Network
HBO
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Nov 9, 2014
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