Sex and the City Reboot 'And Just Like That...' Announces Final Season

The reboot of the iconic series, originally based on Candace Bushnell’s books, has faced mixed reviews and declining viewership, leading to its imminent end.

In a recent announcement, HBO revealed that the reboot 'And Just Like That...', an extension of the beloved 'Sex and the City' franchise, will conclude following its forthcoming third season. Showrunner Michael Patrick King shared this news via Instagram, stating his realization while writing the final episode that it was an appropriate moment to end the series.

The show, inspired by Carrie Bradshaw's famous catchphrase, delves into the lives and romantic escapades of its iconic characters now navigating their 50s in New York City. With a final two-part episode yet to air, King and Sarah Jessica Parker, who portrays Carrie, withheld this information until now to prevent the word "final" from overshadowing the season's enjoyment.

Parker expressed her sentiments through a heartfelt poem and photo montage on social media, marking "this chapter complete", while her co-star Kristin Davis, known for her role as Charlotte York, voiced her deep sadness over the news. Originally based on Bushnell's books, the franchise has already been turned into two feature films. However, King made it clear that the "ongoing storytelling of the Sex and the City universe" is concluding, dashing hopes for further spin-offs.

Audience numbers for the series have seen a steady decline over its run. The premiere episode captured the attention of 1.1 million U.S. households, while the most recent episode attracted less than half that audience, as per tracking by Samba TV.

The reboot has faced substantial criticism, particularly regarding its diversity efforts. Elle magazine remarked that the endeavor felt inadequate, while The Guardian characterized it as "heavy-handed overcompensation" in response to the franchise's historical issues with racial insensitivity. Additionally, viewers pointed out several plot discrepancies, including a character surviving two separate deaths. The production team addressed this confusion, clarifying that the initial death referenced was actually that of a stepfather.

Moreover, the final season introduced changes such as the replacement of Che Diaz, who was deemed by The Daily Beast as “the worst character on TV,” with a new character associated with the BBC.

As the news of the show's conclusion spreads, reactions from fans have surfaced across social media, some expressing that they wished the series would continue until all characters retired in leisure. Others conveyed a desire for the show to improve rather than end.

Overall, the end of 'And Just Like That...' marks a significant moment for fans who have been following the evolution of these characters over the years, leaving an impact that resonates within the realm of television storytelling.