The development of Sex and the City in 1998 was a shift for television. It explored the notion that stories of friendship, love, and life in New York City were not especially unique or perfect enough. Once again in 2021, we find 50-year-old Carrie Bradshaw, Miranda Hobbes, and Charlotte York in And Just Like That.
Inspired by the book of Candace Bushnell, Michael Patrick King created this popular show for HBO Max, which takes place eleven years after Sex and the City 2, delving into navigating a mid-life crisis with contemporary sensibilities while threading the absolute best pieces of bittersweet humour, full weight of emotion, and discovery.
Along with the show’s original stars, Sarah Jessica Parker (Carrie), Cynthia Nixon (Miranda), and Kristin Davis (Charlotte), there were also new characters such as Seema Patel, played by Sarita Choudhury, and Lisa Todd Wexley, played by Nicole Ari Parker. Fans of the series still miss the sass of Samantha Jones, played by Kim Cattrall, in And Just Like That.
And Just Like That, Season 3, Episode 12, the series finale, airs on August 14, 2025, at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT on HBO Max. This episode is the second part of a two-part finale, following the first part (Episode 11), which premiered on August 7, 2025. Fans should expect a lot of nostalgic moments as we reach the end of this 12-episode season, which was initially supposed to be 10 episodes, to give the characters a proper send-off.
In many ways, Season 3, which debuted on May 29, 2025, has been a rollercoaster, as even Carrie and Aidan's new romance had its familiar bumps, one being the breakup in Episode 9, which was similar to a routine heartbreak moment. There were a lot of great new characters, including Rosie O'Donnell as Mary and guest stars such as Patti LuPone.
This season is seen to be addressing modern changes like those in self-love, identity, and societal detractors, all in high glam and style. Episode 10 had some surprises, like Brady's return, in addition to his return, and other surprises that have fans talking.
In Episode 11, Carrie deals with the ramifications of her choices after Aidan (John Corbett) comes to understand her independence and her former relationships. Miranda navigates the tension in her new relationship with Joy. She questions what their future could be. Charlotte struggles with raising children (and their independence), and Seema deals with Adam's commitment issues. The episode closes with significant conflicts, setting up the major resolutions to come and leaving viewers thirsty for closure in Episode 12.
And Just Like That Season 3 is exclusively streaming on HBO Max now, and Episode 12 will drop on August 14, 2025, at 9 p.m. ET. Settle in and make a cosy night of it as this season finale is a beautiful love letter to all Sex and the City fans, combining a nostalgia kick with modern storytelling.
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