'Sex and the City's sequel series, 'And Just Like That,' has been renewed for a third season on Max -- here's everything we know!
And Just Like That, we're already getting excited about season 3!
Max announced in August 2023 that its Sex and the City reboot has been renewed for season 3. The streaming service later revealed, however, that the show won't be returning until 2025 by sharing a montage clip promoting the third season.
While fans are keen to get a resolution to the season 2 storylines, the wait may seem endless. However, things are moving forward. In May 2024, Sarah Jessica Parker shared a pic from the first season 3 table read to Instagram.
The season 3 table read also introduced fans to a new addition to the cast -- Rosie O'Donnell!
One face fans should not expect to see again is that of Samantha Jones. After her surprise cameo in the season two finale, Kim Cattrall has denied rumors that she's coming back for more scenes in the third season.
In the wake of that confusing season 2 finale -- where Carrie Bradshaw (Parker) and Aidan Shaw (John Corbett) say their goodbyes for five years and Samantha Jones makes her triumphant return to the franchise for a brief cameo -- fans certainly have some questions.
Showrunner and executive producer Michael Patrick King shared the news of the show's renewal in a statement, saying, "We are thrilled to spend more time in the Sex and the City universe telling new stories about the lives of these relatable and aspirational characters played by these amazing actors. And Just Like That… here comes season 3.”
Meanwhile, Parker teased more "layers" ahead and described the upcoming season as having a "soufflé quality."
"It just feels really lovely," she told Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager.
As the actress put it, "There will be layers and complexity and complications as there always are -- certainly in Carrie's life."
Here's everything to know so far about season 3.
PREMIERE DATE
The exact premiere date for season 3 of And Just Like That is currently unknown, but following the SAG-AFTRA and Writers Guild strikes, there's been a delay in production. Season 1 aired in late 2021 and season 2 premiered in August 2023, leaving more than a year gap between the two installments.
Max announced in December that the show would be returning in 2025 in a promotional clip for several of its shows.
In May 2024, Parker shared a pic from the first season 3 table read to Instagram. "Here. We. Go. X, SJ," she captioned the secretive shot.
CAST
Though the cast is currently unknown, it's safe to assume that Parker, Cynthia Nixon (Miranda Hobbes) and Kristin Davis (Charlotte York Goldenblatt) will be returning for season 3 as all three women serve as executive producers on the series. After Aidan made his exit, he seemed to think that he'd be gone for years, while Carrie quipped that it might be sooner than that -- leaving open the possibility for Corbett's future reappearance.
In February 2024, Nicole Ari Parker spoke with ET about going "back to work" on the show in a few months, confirming her return. And Parker's May 2024 table read Instagram post also tagged Mario Cantone and Sarita Choudhury, which seems to confirm they will also be returning for the new season.
However, the reboot will be also losing some established characters in season 3. In February 2024, it was reported that Sara Ramírez would not be reprising their role as divisive comedian Ché Diaz, after appearing in the first two seasons.
Speaking to Variety in May 2024, Nixon said that Ramírez and showrunner Michael Patrick King made the decision together. "They created such an amazing character -- such a controversial character, but such an amazing character," Nixon told the outlet of Ramírez. "I think they felt, and Michael Patrick felt, that that character had run its course. They came in and shook everything up, and then the arc was completed."
In March 2024, it was also confirmed that Karen Pittman is not returning as Professor Nya Wallace in season 3. Nya was a recurring character in season 1, where she befriended Miranda at Columbia before becoming a regular character -- and reluctant roommate -- in season 2.
"It has been a joy to have Karen Pittman play the smart and stunning Professor Nya Wallace on the first two seasons of And Just Like That…," a Max spokesperson told ET in a statement. "As we have thoroughly enjoyed working with this dynamic actress, so too have others. Due to her commitments to two other streamer series, it has become apparent that filming three shows at once isn't possible."
"Due to the production realities, we are disappointed to announce that scheduling conflicts will not allow us to continue with this character as part of season 3 of And Just Like That…," the statement continued. "Karen and Nya will be missed, and her Max family and fans will all be cheering her on in her other endeavors."
However, season 3's first table read also introduced fans to a new addition to the cast -- Rosie O'Donnell!
The actress and comedian also shared an Instagram post of her script, revealing that she'll be playing a character called "Mary." (She also happened to reveal the title of the premiere episode -- "Outlook Good.")
O'Donnell isn't the only new face joining the series for season 3. In June 2024, Max announced that Law & Order star Mehcad Brooks, Spider-Man: Homecoming's Logan Marshall-Green and The Affair's Jonathan Cake would be recurring guest stars in the upcoming episodes. The show also elevated Sebastiano Pigazzi and Dolly Wells to series regulars as production continued in New York City.
WILL SAMANTHA RETURN?
Though Cattrall appeared in person for the season 2 finale, the actress did not seem open to future cameos when speaking with Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager on Today in June 2023.
"I don't think I'll ever say goodbye to Samantha," she said. "She's like a lot of other characters that I've done over the years. I get very emotionally attached and protective of my characters. She gave me so much, and I'm so appreciative of her."
When asked if she'd return for a potential season 3, Cattrall replied, "That's as far as I'm going to go."
Cattrall doubled down on not making more appearances when a report emerged in July 2024 speculating that she would be in scenes of the upcoming third season. In response to a tweet that read, "#AndJustLikeThat - It Looks Like #KimCattrall (aka Samantha Jones) Will Be Back For 'And Just Like That...' Season 3 After All!" and cited that report, the actress wrote, "Aw that’s so kind but I’m not."
WILL CARRIE AND AIDEN STAY TOGETHER?
Showrunner King spoke about the wording of Carrie's season 2 finale dialogue during the And Just Like That...The Writers Room Max podcast, specifically flagging Carrie's line, "Well, I may get some time off for good behavior."
King adds, "You would only say that if you're already going, 'It's not gonna be five years.' She's very cute, but she does go on to say, 'There will be others.'"
Though the ultimate fate of the couple is unknown, Parker did discuss the idea of bringing more of Carrie's exes back to the franchise while speaking with ET ahead of the season 2 premiere.
"There's not just one borough in New York, there are a lot of boroughs," she said. "And there's a lot of interesting people in New York and specifically, there's a lot of interesting men and I would think that Carrie is still curious enough to want to know what else is out there."
In May, Corbett was spotted filming for season 3, meaning it's highly likely that Aiden will be making another appearance.
In photos obtained by ET, Corbett can be seen performing as Aidan with a cigarette dangling from his lips while holding a duffel bag in one hand. Another photo showed Corbett throwing stones at Carrie's window in what seems to be becoming a trend for the character.
In another shot, Corbett hugs his co-star in an off-screen moment as they're surrounded by crew members.
Seasons 1 and 2 of And Just Like That are currently streaming on Max.
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