The first season of The Comeback premiered back in 2005 to low ratings, which caused it not to be renewed. But just like a few other fan-favorites (see, Family Guy or Arrested Development) HBO has resurrected the series for a second go round, which makes the series’ title even more apropos!!
Has-been TV star Valerie Cherish is still busy trying to put together her comeback by hiring a crew to follow her around and record her every move. Then she’s hired to play the lead on a new HBO show that was actually meant to expose her as a horrible person. Will it help or hurt her efforts?
In spite of all the years that have gone by, The Comeback is still a great comedy and I was ecstatic when I heard the news that it was coming back. Lisa Kudrow is absolutely amazing as Valerie, and she’s such a great actress she totally inhabits her character, warts and all.
She and Robert Michael Morris’ Mickey Deane are now on screen in practically each and every scene, and there couldn’t be a better pairing. Kudrow and Morris have their characters down so well, it really feels like they’ve been working together for decades like in the show.
This isn’t a show that quickly conquers you. You have to stick with it to understand its dynamics, but if you do you will be rewarded with a fantastic storyline played out by one of the finest comedic actresses in the business.
A must see that by the end replenishes your heart with faith in humanity, even that of a Hollywood celebrity.
Grade – Season 2: 9
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