"A wonderful place to stop": And Just Like That showrunner says that concluding the sequel drama with Season 3 was the correct choice

The journey that began in the late ‘90s with Sex and the City has now come to its modern-day end. Last week, showrunner Michael Patrick King confirmed that the sequel series will wrap up after its third season.

In an Instagram post, King shared his thoughts on the decision, saying that,

"While I was writing the last episode of And Just Like That... season 3, it became clear to me that this might be a wonderful place to stop.The announcement, co-signed by lead actress and executive producer Sarah Jessica Parker, came as a surprise to some—especially mid-season—but in hindsight, it feels like the most logical step. After three seasons of trying to evolve these beloved characters into the present day, the revival never quite managed to strike the balance between nostalgia and reinvention.

And though the final season has been extended to 12 episodes with a two-part finale, the truth is, the end has been quietly approaching for some time. With mixed reactions, storytelling missteps, and a disconnect from the original's core charm, ending And Just Like That now might be the best way to preserve what’s left of its legacy.

And Just Like That Season 3 tried to course-correct, but got caught in the chaos

There was real hope when And Just Like That Season 3 premiered. The show seemed to have listened, at least a bit. Che was out, Aidan was back, and the character dynamics felt promising again. Carrie and Aidan’s rekindled romance brought a familiar warmth, while Charlotte and Harry provided a sense of stability. But things quickly started to fall apart.

Aidan’s character went off-course, Miranda’s subplot with a nun confused viewers, and even dramatic moments like Harry’s sudden cancer scare felt out of place and lacked emotional depth. Instead of grounding the chaos with meaningful substance (something the original series did well), the show focused on spectacle and shock. It tried to juggle too many storylines, and as a result, the emotional core was lost.

The sequel never really heard what its audience was saying

It’s well known that fans have been vocal since the first season aired. They wanted to see familiar friendships thrive, characters develop naturally, and that warm, nostalgic feeling return. But And Just Like That often seemed more interested in reinvention than connection. Whether it was the awkward handling of new characters, the sidelining of familiar favorites, or the absence of that classic witty charm, it just didn’t feel right the way it was supposed to.

Even when the show delivered a beautiful moment like Kim Cattrall’s brief return as Samantha in Season 2, it felt more like a fleeting gift than a genuine comeback. The revival made an effort, but it often seemed like it was speaking a different language from its fanbase. And maybe that’s why ending it now, with a few good moments still intact, feels like the right decision.

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So yes, it may not have been the revival everyone hoped for, but it had its moments. And with Season 3 officially being the final chapter, maybe it’s best to say goodbye with grace. Or, as King put it himself, at “a wonderful place to stop.”

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