HBO is officially bringing back the groundbreaking and polarizing comedy series Girls for a special seventh season. Creator and star Lena Dunham will reunite with the core original cast-including Allison Williams, Jemima Kirke, and Zosia Mamet-to revisit the characters nearly a decade after the show concluded its initial six-season run in 2017.
The limited revival will consist of five episodes and is scheduled to begin filming in 2027, ten years after the series finale aired. According to network announcements, Andrew Rannells will also return to reprise his role as Elijah Krantz. Amy Gravitt, Executive Vice President and Head of HBO & HBO Max Comedy Programming, expressed enthusiasm about shifting the narrative focus from the chaos of early adulthood to the milestones of turning 40.
The Return of the Core Cast
The upcoming five-episode arc will catch up with the central friend group as they navigate a drastically changed world. The returning characters and their respective actors include:
- Lena Dunham as Hannah Horvath
- Allison Williams as Marnie Michaels
- Jemima Kirke as Jessa Johansson
- Zosia Mamet as Shoshanna Shapiro
- Andrew Rannells as Elijah Krantz
Notably absent from the returning lineup is Adam Driver, who portrayed Hannah’s volatile on-and-off love interest, Adam Sackler. Also missing from the production team is former co-showrunner Jenni Konner, who will not be involved in the new season.
Creative Vision and Background
During its initial run from 2012 to 2017, Girls earned 19 Emmy nominations and two wins, cementing its status as a defining cultural touchstone of the mid-2010s. Dunham explained that the inspiration for returning to the series struck around her 40th birthday, prompting her to imagine where the characters would be in the present day.
“We always said we would only return to Girls if there was a specific story we were burning to tell,” Dunham said in a statement. “I’ve missed these characters, but for a long time I couldn’t quite picture them in the present day. Then, right around my fortieth birthday, they started talking to me in the shower.”
Production details and an official premiere date have not yet been announced by HBO, but fans can stream the first six seasons on Max while awaiting further updates on the upcoming limited series.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Girls Revival
When will Girls Season 7 begin filming?
Production for the five-episode limited revival is scheduled to begin in 2027, roughly a decade after the Season 6 finale.
Which original cast members are returning?
Lena Dunham, Allison Williams, Jemima Kirke, Zosia Mamet, and Andrew Rannells are all confirmed to reprise their original roles.
Is Adam Driver returning for the new season?
No, Adam Driver is not on the cast list for the Season 7 revival.
How many episodes will the revival be?
HBO has ordered a limited run of five new episodes for the seventh season.
Where can I watch the original seasons of Girls?
All six original seasons of Girls are currently available to stream on Max.
