Easter is approaching, bringing a variety of new television shows to look forward to. Among the most anticipated is “The Comeback,” returning to HBO Max for its third and final season. This comedy stars Lisa Kudrow as Valerie Cherish, a former sitcom star navigating her latest career revival. Additionally, Netflix will release “Something Very Bad Is Going To Happen” on March 26, featuring a bride’s growing dread before her wedding, produced by the Duffer Brothers. Disney Plus will premiere “The Testaments” on April 8, a follow-up to “The Handmaid’s Tale,” set 15 years later and focusing on characters like Aunt Lydia and June’s daughter, Agnes. Other notable shows include “Riot Women,” a UK drama about midlife women forming a punk band, debuting on April 2, and “Malcolm In The Middle: Life’s Still Unfair,” which returns on April 10 to revisit the beloved family after 20 years.
Why It Matters
The return of these shows highlights the evolving landscape of television, particularly in how content is being tailored for audiences seeking nostalgia, representation, and diverse narratives. “The Comeback” exemplifies a unique time span in programming, having been released across three different decades, while “The Testaments” continues the story of “The Handmaid’s Tale,” which has sparked discussions around gender and societal issues since its original publication. The success of series like “Riot Women” reflects a growing trend in media to showcase stories centered around women of various ages, which may influence future programming decisions in the industry.
