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HBO's 'Girls' Revival to Premiere in 2027 with Lena Dunham and Original Cast

HBO's 'Girls' Revival to Premiere in 2027 with Lena Dunham and Original Cast

Oct 14, 2026 - 15:17
HBO's 'Girls' Revival to Premiere in 2027 with Lena Dunham and Original Cast
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HBO's 'Girls' Revival to Premiere in 2027 with Lena Dunham and Original Cast

Key Highlights

  • HBO announces 'Girls' revival with Lena Dunham and original cast.
  • Production to begin in 2027.
  • Original cast set to reprise their roles.

Lena Dunham, the creator, writer, and star of the hit HBO series 'Girls,' has announced that the show will return for a limited run in 2027, with the original cast set to reprise their roles. The five-episode revival will be produced by HBO and will see the return of Allison Williams as Marnie Michaels.

Jemima Kirke as Jessa Johansson, Zosia Mamet as Shoshanna Shapiro, and Andrew Rannells as Elijah Krantz. Judd Apatow, who helped greenlight the show, will also return as executive producer.

After years of speculation, Lena Dunham has confirmed that HBO is reviving her hit series Girls in a limited run. The show's creator had previously stated that she would only return to the franchise if there was a compelling narrative to share. Dunham admits to missing her characters, but notes that she struggled to envision them in the present day.

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The forthcoming revival's title has yet to be revealed. With Dunham playfully acknowledging that the cast remains uncertain about the show's future identity.

The revival series will commence production in 2027, a decade after the show's finale aired. The original series ran for six seasons from 2012 to 2017 and was nominated for 19 Emmys, winning two, including best casting.

Four actresses sit in a line on black chairs while on stage with the lettering HBO seen in the background.
Image caption, Girls' stars Lena Dunham, Jemima Kirke, Zosia Mamet and Allison Williams

Dunham has been working on other projects since the show ended, including the Netflix series Too MuchSharp Stick.Famesick,Girls and her personal life.

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Dunham's return to her passion project is a rare occurrence, one that brings a sense of renewal and deep appreciation. The writer has been reflecting on her experience. Sharing insights on her Substack platform, and expressing her gratitude towards the individuals who have rekindled her enthusiasm for her work.

is a significant development for fans of the show, who have been waiting for a return to the beloved characters and storylines.

Luis Felbar and Lena Dunham look at the camera while embracing and posing in front of a colourful background on the red carpet of a screening of Too Much at the Barbican in London in 2025.
Luis Felbar and Lena Dunham look at the camera while embracing and posing in front of a colourful background on the red carpet of a screening of Too Much at the Barbican in London in 2025.

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