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Michael Patrick King believes ‘And Just Like That’ will eventually find its place in TV history. The Sex and the City showrunner shared his thoughts on why the polarizing reboot deserves a second look as he promotes his other HBO revival, ‘The Comeback.’ King draws parallels between both shows, suggesting perceptions change over time.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Showrunner’s Prediction: King told The Guardian on April 4, 2026, that ‘And Just Like That’ will ‘potentially age well’ based on his experience with ‘The Comeback’
- The DNA Argument: King argues the show shares the same DNA as the original, exploring individual versus society themes at different life stages
- Series Conclusion: ‘And Just Like That’ ended in August 2025 after three seasons with no planned revival currently announced
- Future Projects: King indicated new projects are possible through careful fan engagement and character evolution discussions
King’s ‘Comeback’ Lesson Fuels His Optimism About the Reboot
Michael Patrick King has experienced the long game in television. His first creation, ‘The Comeback,’ initially failed when it aired in 2005 but eventually resurrected in 2014 after gaining cult status. The critical reappraisal taught King that narratives around shows can shift dramatically.
Now ‘The Comeback’ is returning for its third and final season. This journey has convinced King that ‘And Just Like That’ could experience similar cultural rehabilitation. He explained that ‘The Comeback’ failed upon release, but grew in relevance as the world caught up. The same redemption arc, he believes, awaits the controversial SATC reboot.
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Sex and the City showrunner says ‘And Just Like That’ will age well, hinting future projects possible
Comparing Two Generations, Two Challenges
King’s defense of ‘And Just Like That’ centers on thematic consistency. The original ‘Sex and the City’ tackled societal expectations for married 35-year-old women. The reboot shifted that lens to 55-year-old women navigating fashion choices and age-related stereotypes.
Both versions ultimately explore the individual versus society, a concept King championed throughout. However, the reboot’s darker tone, character changes, and Mr. Big’s death immediately alienated longtime fans. Critics argued the show betrayed its roots. King counters that evolution was necessary and staying faithful to the original would have been a creative disaster.
Why the Show’s Ending Wasn’t Really an Ending
| Element | Details |
| Series Run | May 2021 to November 2025 on HBO Max |
| Total Seasons | 3 seasons concluded |
| Cancellation Date | August 1, 2025 official announcement by King |
| Cast Key Players | Sarah Jessica Parker, Kristin Davis, Cynthia Nixon |
King explained that the series finale left all relationships in a place where fans can write their own conclusions. He told Entertainment Weekly that the team ‘did everything we wanted to do fully’ with the individual versus society theme. This calculated open ending suggests future projects remain possible, though nothing is greenlit currently.
“If there was a great disaster, it would have been if ‘And Just Like That’ tried to be ‘Sex and the City.’ It’s much better to come back, break it, and be a new show, even though you’re going to get hit with, ‘We like the other show better.'”
— Michael Patrick King, Showrunner and Creator, The Guardian
What About Future Sex and the City Projects
Kristin Davis, who plays Charlotte York, previously suggested that the final episode wasn’t truly a series finale. She stated in interviews that the cast and King could potentially return for new projects in the future. King’s recent comments hint at openness to future endeavors without making definitive promises.
‘The Comeback’ returning nine years later proves that TV revivals can happen unexpectedly. King’s track record suggests ‘Sex and the City’ universe could see new content emerge, whether as limited series, new episodes, or spin-off projects. For now, fans remain in limbo, waiting for clues about what comes next.
Will Time Prove King Right About the Reboot’s Legacy
The critical consensus remains divided on ‘And Just Like That.’ Some essays argue the show brilliantly modernized the aging female narrative. Others insist it fundamentally misunderstood what fans loved about the original series. King’s optimism relies on eventual cultural reassessment.
‘The Comeback’ demonstrates television redemption arcs exist. King believes ‘And Just Like That’ will follow a similar path, gaining appreciation as new audiences discover it and current fans revisit with fresh perspective. Only time will reveal if the showrunner’s prediction proves accurate.
Sources
- Entertainment Weekly – Coverage of Michael Patrick King’s ‘And Just Like That’ commentary and April 4, 2026 interview
- The Guardian – Michael Patrick King’s primary interview discussing ‘The Comeback’ and future projects
- People Magazine – Documentation of ‘And Just Like That’ series conclusion and cancellation timeline
