HBO’s Barry is fresh off setting a new series high with 2.5 million viewers on Sunday night from a combination of two airings, HBO Go and HBO Now. With viewership growing for the underappreciated show, it’s no wonder Barry Season 3 is already green lit.
The Bill Hader-led drama/dark comedy likely picked up some new long term viewers after the big Game of Thrones – ‘The Long Night’ episode with a brilliant capsule episode that delivered the biggest series laughs and best direction yet.
There are now only three episodes left in Barry Season 2 and HBO has passed along their names and descriptions.
Here’s a breakdown of what’s coming for Barry and when those episodes will air. A mild spoiler warning applies for viewers that want to go in with clean eyes.
Season 2, Episode 6: ‘The Truth Has a Ring to It
Date: Sunday, May 5th (10:20-10:50 pm)
In preparation for his big scene with Sally (Sarah Goldberg), Barry (Bill Hader) works with Gene (Henry Winkler) to help get into character. Sally resolves to embrace her truth. Noho Hank (Anthony Carrigan) prepares for a big night with his newly-trained men. Fuches (Stephen Root) goes on a mission.
Written by Emily Heller; directed by Alec Berg.
Season 2, Episode 7: ‘The Audition’
Date: Sunday, May 12th (10:20-10:50 pm)
Barry (Bill Hader) prepares for his first audition under Gene’s (Henry Winkler) guidance. Sally (Sarah Goldberg) takes a stand in a meeting with a major TV producer. Noho Hank (Anthony Carrigan) bares all.
Written by Liz Sarnoff; directed by Alec Berg.
Season 2, Episode 8: ‘berkman > block’ (season finale)
Date: Sunday, May 19th (10:20-10:55 pm)
Barry (Bill Hader) is out for vengeance. Noho Hank (Anthony Carrigan) faces the looming threat of being sent home. Sally (Sarah Goldberg) makes a split-second decision on the night of the acting class’ big performance. Fuches (Stephen Root) turns to an unexpected source for help.
Written by Alec Berg & Bill Hader; directed by Bill Hader.
