Controversy Surrounds the Ending of And Just Like That Series, Sparking Debate Among Sex and the City Fans; Creator Provides Explanation on Why He Believed the Time Had Come to Conclude the Show
The series finale of "And Just Like That...," titled "Party of One," has sparked a wave of mixed reactions among fans, with many expressing disappointment and sadness at the conclusion of the beloved characters' stories.
The finale, which sees Carrie Bradshaw (played by Sarah Jessica Parker) parting ways with Aidan Shaw (John Corbett), has been met with criticism, with some viewers calling it "the worst series finale I've ever seen." However, others have shown love for Carrie Bradshaw's journey towards self-discovery and independence.
One viewer expressed their admiration for Carrie, stating, "I love that Carrie Bradshaw finally seems okay with being on her own, but I'm still going to miss her."
The absence of Chris Noth's character, Mr. Big, in the series finale was also significant and acknowledged by the creator, Michael Patrick King. Sarah Jessica Parker, who played Carrie Bradshaw, was reportedly sad about the death of Mr. Big's character early in Season 1.
Despite the negative feedback, King has confirmed that the series finale was his intended ending and he wouldn't have stopped it otherwise. He credits HBO Max for allowing the team to end the series where they did.
The finale's unexpected plot choices and handling of beloved characters have led to a heated online discussion, with some viewers posting their reactions on the show's Instagram post. Some have been particularly vocal with criticism, while others have shared their sadness at the end of the series.
Interestingly, the reaction to the finale seems to be a stark contrast to the finale of the original "Sex and the City" show in 2004. According to writers Julie Rottenberg and Elisa Zuritsky, who were part of the franchise from earlier seasons, the reaction was the opposite of a heated debate, suggesting a different reception for the new series.
For fans who want to revisit the world of "Sex and the City," all six seasons of the original show are available for streaming with a Netflix subscription. The series finale of "And Just Like That..." is available for streaming on HBO Max, along with every episode of the current series.
In a potential twist, King has not completely ruled out the possibility of revisiting the "Sex and the City" universe in the future. With the mixed reactions to the series finale, it remains to be seen whether fans will be open to a return to the world of Carrie Bradshaw and her friends.
[1] Rottenberg, J., & Zuritsky, E. (2022). "And Just Like That..." Finale: A Contrast to the Original "Sex and the City" Finale. The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved from https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/and-just-like-that-finale-sex-and-the-city-contrast-1235105273/
The viewer's daily blend of entertainment includes streaming the "And Just Like That..." finale on HBO Max, as well as revisiting the original "Sex and the City" series on Netflix for a blast from the past. Despite the mixed reactions to the series finale, some fans are open to the possibility of seeing more of Carrie Bradshaw and her friends in the future.
