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HBO MAX and like that… it’s officially finished.
The sequel series, which brings back Sex and City’s favorite Carrie, Miranda and Charlotte, ends the run with a 12-episode third season and a two-part finale. The news comes from showrunner Michael Patrick King. Michael Patrick King revealed that the final decision was made while writing the final episode of the season.
“And just like that… the ongoing storytelling of sex and urban universes is coming to an end,” King said in a statement. “I was writing the final episode and it turned out like that… like in season 3, this could be a great place to stop.”
King explained that he worked closely with Sarah Jessica Parker, Casey Blouses of HBO and Sarah Aubrey to bring the series to its conclusion. “We decided to end the popular series this year with a two-part finale and expand the original series orders from 10 episodes to 12,” he said.
Creative choices
As reported in Deadline, the choice to end the series was creative, but it may also have a play role in reducing viewership. That way… it attracted strong viewers during its debut, but its ratings fell over time. According to SAMBATV, the season 3 premiere saw 429,000 households fall from 463,000 in season 2. Despite the continued media attention and fan involvement, the character arc was largely unfolding, and it felt like the desire for further continuity was reduced.
Reactions from the cast
Sarah Jessica Parker, who has played Carrie Bradshaw for nearly 30 years, looked back at the end of the series in a Hartfelt Instagram post. “Carrie Bradshaw has ruled my professional heartbeat for 27 years. I think I’ve loved her more than anything,” Parker wrote. “I know that others love her the same way I do. I’m frustrated, blamed, and entrenched. All these emotional symphonies were the biggest soundtrack and the most consequential companion.”
Parker expressed his deep gratitude to the audience, her co-stars, and the entire production team. I love you so much. ”
She concluded her message with a note to fans about the upcoming finale.
Cynthia Nixon, who has played Miranda Hobbes since Sex and the City began in 1998, also shared feelings about the show’s ending. “I can’t believe we’re in the wild and beautiful. It looks like the ride is almost over,” she posted. “It was a great joy from start to finish. I miss out on doing so many incredible jobs with these people every day, but we know that we will always be part of each other’s lives.”
Christine Davis (Charlotte York) said, “I’m extremely sad. I love our beautiful cast and crew. 400 artisans work hard on our show at Deeprab.” She added thanks to her fans: “We love you forever.”
Nicole Ali Parker, who joined the Revival series as Lisa Todd Wexley, described her experience as “the honor and joy of being part of this iconic family.” She thanked King, Parker, Nixon, Davis and the team behind the series, saying, “From day one to the end, it was exactly like that: It’s amazing.”
Kim Cattrall, who did not participate in the series except for a season 2 cameo, shared a photo of Sunset with the caption, “It’s the end of a very long week.”
Looking back at the revival
It premiered in 2021 and as such… continued life as a central trio – Carrie (Parker), Miranda (Nixon) and Charlotte (Davis) worked on the love, friendship and change of New York City. The show’s three seasons of run covers a range of stories, including Carrie’s loss of Mr. Big, his new relationship with Miranda and Choi Diaz, and Charlotte’s evolving family life.
The series sparked debate and divided opinions, but longtime fans gave the opportunity to revisit these familiar characters, even if the surrounding landscape and personal life shifted.
The final two episodes and like that… are expected to air soon, bringing the long-term Saga to conclusion.
