As the stars of Curb Your Enthusiasm gathered to celebrate the show’s 12th and purportedly final season in Los Angeles, an air of uncertainty lingered—Is this truly the end for Larry David’s iconic creation? The HBO comedy has enjoyed a 24-year run, including a notable six-year hiatus from 2011 to 2017, with the question of its return often hanging in the balance. Despite the show’s history of uncertainties, this time, co-star and executive producer Jeff Garlin affirmed that Larry David had explicitly stated, “This is the last season.”
The premiere event saw Jeff Garlin acknowledging the annual suspense surrounding the show’s return. However, he highlighted that Larry David had never definitively declared it the final season until now. David’s proclamation raised eyebrows, leaving fans intrigued about the circumstances that led to this decision. Garlin assured that all would become clear when audiences delved into the latest season.
Larry David, the mastermind behind Curb Your Enthusiasm, disclosed his decision to conclude the series in a statement made in December. His intention was to shed the “Larry David” persona and return to being the thoughtful, kind, and considerate person he was before portraying the show’s often irritable character. When questioned about why this was the right time to bring the curtain down, David’s response was characteristically straightforward: “Because I said so.”
David insisted that he was not lying and addressed past instances where he hinted at the end of the show, clarifying that this time, it was indeed the conclusion. He asserted that the decision to end the show was not a long-term plan but something that arose early in the season.
While Larry David remains resolute about the finality of Curb Your Enthusiasm, the cast holds varying opinions. Susie Essman and Cheryl Hines admitted to initial skepticism, having heard similar claims from David in the past. However, they now trust that this season marks the show’s true conclusion.
J.B. Smoove, on the other hand, expressed skepticism, stating, “I don’t believe that man.” He predicted that David might get bored and return to creating, citing the therapeutic nature of the show.
As the cast contemplates the end, thoughts turn to the future and the possibility of spinoffs. Susie Essman, Cheryl Hines, and J.B. Smoove expressed interest in pursuing Curb Your Enthusiasm spinoffs, with Essman humorously suggesting, “Let’s discuss it with Larry!”
As Curb Your Enthusiasm embarks on its purported final season, Larry David’s decisive declaration adds an intriguing layer to the show’s legacy. While the cast shares mixed feelings, fans can anticipate a season filled with the signature humor and unpredictable twists that have defined the series. Whether this truly marks the end or sparks new ventures, only time will tell in the unpredictable world of Larry David’s comedic universe.