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Larry David, Obamas Set for HBO Sketch Comedy on U.S. History

Produced by Higher Ground, the six-episode comedy will spotlight underrecognized historical figures through Larry David’s trademark satire to honor the nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026.

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Former US President Barack Obama arrives onstage after his wife and former First Lady Michelle Obama introduced him on the second day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois, on August 20, 2024. Inset: Larry David arrives at the PaleyFest LA 2024 - "Curb Your Enthusiasm" at Dolby Theatre on April 18, 2024 in Hollywood, California.

Overview

  • HBO has officially ordered an untitled six-episode, half-hour sketch comedy series on American history executive produced by Larry David, Jeff Schaffer and Barack and Michelle Obama’s Higher Ground Productions.
  • David will write, executive produce and star in the series while his longtime collaborator Jeff Schaffer co-writes, directs and executive produces.
  • The show’s logline teases a playful twist: “President and Mrs. Obama wanted to honor America’s 250th anniversary … But then Larry David called.”
  • Casting will reunite familiar faces from Curb Your Enthusiasm alongside a slate of guest stars to populate each historical sketch.
  • No premiere date has been announced, but the series is slated for release in 2026 to coincide with the Semiquincentennial celebration.