Fans of The Comeback have a major reason to be excited: Andrew Scott (aka "Hot Priest" from Fleabag) is joining the series.
During a conversation with Parade, creator Michael Patrick King shared what viewers can expect from Scott’s character in Season 3 of the hit HBO comedy, premiering March 22, and it sounds like he’ll play a significant role.
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“Andrew plays the head of the studio, which is interesting because he's in a lot of episodes,” King said.
Michael Patrick King is widely recognized for shaping some of television’s most iconic comedies. The Emmy-winning writer, director, and producer was a driving creative force behind Sex and the City (1998–2004), its feature films Sex and the City (2008) and Sex and the City 2 (2010), as well as the revival series And Just Like That… (2021–2025).
He also co-created The Comeback, the HBO comedy that first premiered in 2005 before returning for a second season in 2014. The series became a cult favorite for its sharp satire of Hollywood and its mockumentary-style storytelling, exploring the absurdities of fame, ego, and the entertainment industry with a unique blend of humor and discomfort. King’s work often blends comedy with an incisive look at celebrity culture, a tone that made The Comeback stand out in a landscape dominated by traditional sitcoms.
At the center of the show is Lisa Kudrow, who stars as Valerie Cherish, a former sitcom star attempting to revive her career while allowing cameras to document her journey for a reality show. Kudrow, best known for her Emmy-winning role as Phoebe Buffay on Friends, earned widespread acclaim for the performance, which blends cringeworthy comedy with genuine vulnerability. Her portrayal captures the awkwardness, ambition, and occasional desperation of someone navigating the world of Hollywood, making Valerie both relatable and unforgettable.
(L-R) Lisa Kudrow, Dan Bucatinsky and Andrew Scott in 'The Comeback'Courtesy of HBO
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Andrew Scott has become a fan favorite in recent years thanks to a range of memorable roles across television and film. The Irish actor earned global attention for playing the charismatic priest opposite Phoebe Waller-Bridge in Fleabag. Fans quickly dubbed the character the “Hot Priest” thanks to his undeniable charm and the electric chemistry between the two characters, turning the nickname into a pop culture phenomenon. Beyond Fleabag, Scott has impressed audiences in projects like Black Mirror, Catherine the Great, and the film 1917, showcasing his range from intense drama to sharp comedy. Most recently we saw Scott in the Knives Out franchise as Lee Ross in Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, playing a best-selling author who has gone off the grid.
“We didn’t think we were going to do any guest star cameos, and we got a call,” King recalled. “Andrew’s like, ‘Anything?’ He loves The Comeback. We’re like, ‘Yes, everything! You can be in everything.’”
Scott will appear across multiple episodes, and while King kept many details under wraps, he hinted fans will be pleased. “He’s great,” King said. “And you'll be surprised. He's everything you'd want him to be.”
With King’s sharp writing, Kudrow’s fearless performance, and now Scott’s magnetic presence, the new season of The Comeback promises to blend biting satire with unexpected heart, giving fans both laughs and surprises along the way.
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