"And Just Like That...", the successor to the iconic 'Sex and the City', is set to end after a third season, according to an official announcement from HBO. The news was revealed by showrunner Michael Patrick King on social media, where he expressed how writing the final episode led him to realize it was the perfect time to bring the story to a close.
The series, which picks up with Carrie Bradshaw and friends navigating life, love, and fashion in their 50s, is a continuation of the narrative established in the original 'Sex and the City'. Ahead of its two-part finale, King shared that he and lead actress Sarah Jessica Parker, who portrays Bradshaw, kept the news under wraps to ensure that the final season could be enjoyed without the weight of its conclusion overshadowing viewers' experiences. Parker honored the series with a heartfelt poem and a montage of memories from the show, while co-star Kristin Davis, known for her role as Charlotte York, expressed her sadness over the impending finale.
Originally based on Candace Bushnell's writings, the franchise has previously spawned two films. However, King emphasized that the Sex and the City narrative’s ongoing exploration would come to an end, leaving fans without the possibility of further spin-offs. Ratings for the reboot have steadily decreased, with initial episodes attracting 1.1 million households, while recent episodes have seen less than half of that viewership.
The reboot has faced scrutiny, particularly for its attempt to diversify the cast, which some critics felt was not executed well. Publications like Elle magazine have commented on the ineffectiveness of these attempts, and The Guardian referred to it as "heavy-handed". Viewers have also pointed out apparent inconsistencies in the storyline, such as confusing character deaths, prompting clarification from the production team.
The third and final season also saw a change in characters, with Che Diaz, a character that received significant backlash, being replaced by a new character working at the BBC. As the announcement of the series' end reverberates through social media, fans have voiced their mixed feelings, with some hoping for a longer run and a chance for improvement rather than an outright conclusion.
