The Sex and the City universe keeps growing, and despite mixed reviews, the main characters are far from done. The third season of And Just Like That…, created by Michael Patrick King, will premiere on Max on May 29, promising more drama, awkward laughs, and intimate conversations among women navigating friendship, sex, family, and self-identity in their fifties.
This highly anticipated comeback will feature 12 episodes released weekly on Thursdays until August 14. Set against the ever-vibrant backdrop of New York City, the series continues to follow the lives of Carrie Bradshaw, Miranda Hobbes, Charlotte York, and their newer companions: Seema Patel and Lisa Todd Wexley. According to Sarah Jessica Parker, this season “will see the past and present collide with fresh surprises.”
A generational expansion of the original universe
A spin-off of the iconic HBO show Sex and the City, the series dives deeper into the transitions that come with age. It’s no longer about discovering the city in your twenties, but facing complex decisions with new priorities: teenage children, transformed marriages, menopause, career reinvention, and the ghosts of past loves.
As recently highlighted by Entertainment Weekly, the evolution of characters like Charlotte—now coping with her children’s growing independence—and Miranda—rediscovering her desires and identity—is a bold move to portray life stages rarely shown at the heart of TV stories. Characters like Seema (Sarita Choudhury) and Lisa (Nicole Ari Parker) expand the narrative, bringing diverse voices that more accurately reflect today’s city life.
The cast also includes familiar faces like Evan Handler, David Eigenberg, and Mario Cantone, as well as John Corbett reprising his role as Aidan, sparking rumors of a romantic rekindling with Carrie.
Classic production with a contemporary twist
The series is once again helmed by Michael Patrick King, alongside powerhouse executive producers Sarah Jessica Parker, Kristin Davis, and Cynthia Nixon, who also star in the show. Their involvement ensures that the storylines maintain emotional consistency and the sharp, stylish tone that turned the original series into a global phenomenon.
As Vanity Fair previously noted, the creative team aims for a balance between nostalgia and reinvention. The third season doesn’t shy away from nodding to iconic moments of the past, while daring to tackle more personal issues such as loneliness in older age, systemic racism, and the pressure to stay relevant in a digital world.
Costume design remains a major aesthetic pillar. While Patricia Field does not return as stylist, her influence lingers in the fashion choices of Carrie, Miranda, and Charlotte, now blending vintage staples with emerging designers to reflect a modern sophistication.
Comeback of the year or a farewell chapter?
Even though And Just Like That… has received mixed feedback, its audience remains loyal. The return of iconic characters like Samantha Jones—even in cameo form—still tugs at the hearts of longtime fans. The big question is whether this new season can balance comedy, emotion, and social commentary without losing the essence that made Sex and the City a classic.
With its premiere scheduled for late May, the series will face stiff competition from other streaming giants, but its strength lies in a fan base that’s grown alongside these women. Will this be the best season yet or just another chapter before a final goodbye?
