Shocking Revelation: Why 'Just Like That' Season 3 Could Ruin Carrie's Best SATC Ending!

Summary

And Just Like That Season 3 needs to deliver on the highly anticipated appearance of Samantha Jones or it will be seen as a waste of time.

In order to prevent the ongoing frustrating will-they-won't-they dynamic, Season 3 should address and resolve the unconventional relationship between Carrie and Aidan.

The introduction of new characters in Season 2 did not provide enough depth and attention, causing them to appear one-dimensional and uninteresting.

Despite the promising ending in the previous season, And Just Like That... has been renewed for another season. The Sex and the City revival faced some initial challenges but managed to find its stride in season 2. Carrie moved on from Big's death, Miranda moved on from her past relationships, and Charlotte unexpectedly emerged as the most relatable and down-to-earth character. While there were moments that rivaled the original series, season 2 largely maintained its quality without dipping to new lows.

Nevertheless, there was a lot at stake, particularly with the anticipated return of Samantha Jones and Carrie's former boyfriend, Aidan. Both characters had significant appearances in an emotional season 2 finale that seemed like a fitting series conclusion. However, And Just Like That... has been plagued by ongoing issues that need to be addressed in order for the show to continue stylishly into season 3.

12 And Just Like That Season 3 Now Has High Samantha Expectations

And Just Like That... spent the entire season building up to the highly anticipated cameo of Samantha Jones, only to disappoint viewers with a mere 75-second phone call. In this call, Sam regretfully informs Carrie that she won't be able to attend her dinner party. Seeing Sam back on screen, portrayed by the magnificent Kim Cattrall, only served to amplify how much her absence was felt throughout the revival. Now, as we eagerly await season 3, there are greater expectations for a more satisfying appearance from Sam. If this storyline is left unresolved, and the awkward conversation is all we get to see of Sam and the City, then season 3 will undoubtedly be seen as a wasted effort.

11 And Just Like That Season 2 Needed To End Carrie & Aidan's Rocky Romance

In the final moments of And Just Like That... season 2, the peculiar love story took an even more peculiar turn. Carrie and Aidan made the surprising decision to take a five-year hiatus of sorts. Aidan, faced with his son's increasingly reckless behavior, opted to stay at home and put an end to his visits to Carrie and New York. However, he expected Carrie to patiently wait for him and potentially visit him until Wyatt reached the age of 18. The couple found themselves at a crossroads, needing to either commit to being together or part ways, as season 3 promises to delve into the familiar will-they-won't-they narrative that has plagued them for two decades.

10 AJLT Season 2's Apartment Sendoff Was A Perfect Carrie Bookend

The era came to an end when Carrie made the decision to sell her apartment, hoping for a fresh start and a new future with Aidan. However, there is uncertainty if this new beginning will actually materialize. A lavish party was held in the apartment, which was filled with cherished Sex and the City memories, making it a fitting setting to conclude the series. Even when Carrie married Big and moved uptown, she couldn't bring herself to part with the apartment because it held so much sentimental value. Now, with an even more unpredictable future, she is content to let go of it, signaling that she has become a woman who prioritizes her own needs above anyone else's.

9 And Just Like That Never Knew What To Do With Steve

From saddling him with hearing aids at 50 to reducing him to a mere narrative prop for Miranda's emotional journey, And Just Like That... has continuously struggled to find a meaningful role for Steve. He is often inserted into storylines that have no relevance to him, while the ones that do involve his family rarely present things from his perspective, unlike the attention given to the other male characters. In season 2, a forced C plot emerges, centered around an oyster shack on Coney Island that supposedly has always caught his interest. However, this plot only serves to visually depict what he has truly become all along - discarded and overlooked.

8 AJLT Season 2 Never Made The Other Cast Interesting

On paper, characters like documentary filmmaker Lisa Todd Wexley (Nicole Ari Parker), real estate agent Seema Patel (Sarita Choudhury), or Dr. Nya Wallace (Karen Pittman) should have been as dynamic and interesting as the Fab Four. However, fans are only given fleeting glimpses of them attempting to organize dinner parties or navigating their children's romantic lives. Despite being introduced and initially garnering fans' investment due to their integration into Carrie, Miranda, and Charlotte's lives, And Just Like That... ultimately fails to fulfill its promise of delving deeper into their emotional depth. Consequently, these characters remain as flat and one-dimensional as ever.

7 AJLT Season 2 Couldn't Get The Kids' Storylines Right

As Brady (Niall Cunningham) and Lily (Cathy Ang) transition into their teenage years, And Just Like That... has faced the challenge of balancing their evolving narratives alongside those of their parents. It would be peculiar to entirely disregard their journey into young adulthood. While there were numerous storylines centered on Brady and Lily when they were infants, their current coming-of-age plots seem detached and lacking direction, portraying teenagers solely as self-centered and irritable individuals.

6 And Just Like That Season 3 Must Show SATC Miranda

Miranda is the character who has faced the most challenging journey among the original cast - not due to the loss of a spouse, but rather due to the loss of her own identity. Along the way, the pragmatic, logical, and determined Miranda was replaced by a timid, flustered, and overwhelmed version of herself. While it was expected that her exploration of her sexuality and modern terminology would entail some level of awkwardness or humor, the writers took it a step further and made it truly humiliating. After her bold BBC interview that concluded season 2, it is crucial for And Just Like That... to revive the seasoned and unapologetic Sex and the City Miranda for season 3 and stop neglecting her.

5 AJLT Season 2 Made Big Even More Irrelevant

Following Big's unexpected demise in the premiere season of And Just Like That..., fans realized they were in entirely new territory, and a significant portion of the first season focused on Carrie's exploration of her grief. To make matters worse, not only did the second season see Carrie moving on from Big, but it also portrayed him as a "mistake" and diminished his significance. Regardless of one's opinion on Big or Chris Noth as an actor, the character played a vital role in Sex and the City and, more importantly, in Carrie's life and her enduring belief in romance. Moreover, a substantial amount of his considerable wealth is supporting Carrie through her book deals, so it would be appropriate for the series to give him the recognition he deserves.

4 AJLT Focused Even More On Wealth

3 AJLT Doesn't Have Any Framing Device For Its Episodes

Seeing Carrie, Miranda, and Charlotte in couture was part of the reason for watching Sex and the City in the first place, but the opulence depicted in And Just Like That... surpasses their wildest imaginations, bordering on being disconnected from reality. Carrie's fashion sense used to feature a charming mix of vintage items and thrifted gems paired with designer pieces. However, the current series seems to undermine the essence of its predecessor by fully embracing its exaggerated wealth, exemplified by showing Carrie confidently braving a snowstorm in New York City while donning a ballgown puffer coat from the 2019 Moncler Genius collection. The characters have evolved into the very individuals they once despised but secretly admired.

A major drawback of And Just Like That... has been the absence of a cohesive framing device throughout the series. While Sex and the City moved away from characters breaking the fourth wall (a relic of the '90s), it retained Carrie's voiceover due to its effectiveness as a narrative framework. Each episode revolved around the subject of her columns, serving as the main plot, while subplots involving her friends intertwined seamlessly, culminating in a coherent and meaningful conclusion. By neglecting to establish any framing element for the episodes, the series lacks cohesion and logical progression.

2 AJLT That Season 2 Still Struggled With Diverse Storylines

Despite attempting to make Che less irritating or exploring other members of the LGBTQ+ community in episodes that examined Anthony's identity as a top, And Just Like That... still faced challenges when it came to diverse storylines. Instead of feeling like natural inclusions in the overall fabric of the series, they often felt like items on a checklist. The series, which already lacked diversity despite its focus on the diverse city of NYC, made season 2's efforts appear more as a superficial attempt to please rather than a genuine step forward in progress.

1 And Just Like That Season 3 Would Need To Be Funnier

And Just Like That... suffers from the unfortunate drawback of occasionally delivering an episode that perfectly captures the original series' warm and humorous essence, only to taint the remainder of the season. Giuseppe's serious discussion about Anthony constructing an "ass wall" struck a rebellious tone, as if the show managed to unexpectedly find humor within its own seriousness. This serves as a reminder to viewers of the potentially discarded scenes left on the cutting room floor, and the hopeful existence of a superior third season within And Just Like That...