Australian comic Chris Lilley has confirmed that one of his classic characters will be returning for his new comedy series later this year.

Lilley announced on his Twitter and Facebook pages today (September 4) that at least one familiar face from his former shows would be appearing in his latest project and encouraged fans to vote on who they think will be returning.

Lilley, whose hit shows include Summer Heights High, We Can Be Heroes and Angry Boys, started shooting a new mockumentary-style show for ABC in Australia earlier this year. Like his previous series, it is expected to air on BBC Three in the UK.

Characters potentially making a comeback include Summer Heights High trio Jonah, Mr G and Ja'mie, Angry Boys characters S.mouse, Gran and Daniel and Nathan Sims and We Can Be Heroes character Phil Olivetti.

Speaking to Digital Spy about his new show last year, Lilley said: "I'm well under way with a new project and I'm keeping it a bit of a secret and under wraps for now. It's along the same lines as my other shows, it's a mockumentary style and I'll play the characters.

"I want to keep as much of the show as possible a secret, but if you've loved my last three shows, this is part four."

Watch some classic Chris Lilley in Summer Heights High:

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