‘And Just Like That’ Boss Michael Patrick King on the Secrets of ‘Sex’ — From Samantha’s Shocking Scene to Che Back on Top

Is finally hitting its stride? The reboot is four episodes into its sophomore season, and Thursday's episode proved to be its best yet. With Miranda Hobbes (Cynthia Nixon) back in New York City, the original gang, including Carrie Bradshaw (Sarah Jessica Parker), Charlotte York Goldenblatt (Kristin Davis), and honorary member Anthony Marantino (Mario Cantone), is able to meet up for lunch for some gossip and dirty talk, just like the old days. There are quips about Miranda's new fluid lifestyle with Anthony calling her «Rachel Maddow.» There are not-so-subtle euphemisms on Charlotte's part — mayo, confetti, and a finale of fireworks (Happy July 4th!), no less — and at the heart of it, there's the friendships fans of the original  series have come to know and love. But Miranda is also forced back into all parts of her old life, including staying in her former home with ex Steve Brady (David Eisenberg), who has taken to shirtless boxing with a punching bag and her depressed son, Brady (Niall Cunningham), who is home recovering from a tough breakup. The family goes to therapy, and Brady verbalizes what we've all been thinking as Miranda stays silent. «This is not who she is, just so you know,» he tells the therapist. And it's not who Miranda is.

After a rather subdued start to season 3 last week, the spinoff series,, packed more of an emotional punch this week. As Carrie Bradshaw (Sarah Jessica Parker) is asked to narrate the audiobook version of her book about the death of her husband, Mr.

Kim Cattrall made one big demand before agreeing to reprise her role of Samantha Jones. On Wednesday's episode of , the 66-year-old actress revealed what she asked for before signing on for a cameo on .«It's very interesting to get a call from the head of HBO saying, 'What can we do?' I went, 'Hmmm.

We’re pretty sure Kim Cattrall is the only member of the original Sex and the City crew we HAVEN’T yet heard from about her return!

Sex and the City fans can relax, Cynthia Nixon is ‘a Miranda’.

After working with Cynthia Nixon and Kristin Davis for over two decades, “And Just Like That” showrunner, Michael Patrick King, expands on how he conducts conversations about intimate scenes with the actresses, now that they’re in their 50s.

Kim Cattrall reprising her role as Samantha in HBO Max’s “And Just Like That” is a “magical treat,” tease showrunner Michael Patrick King.

And Just Like That ). As a refresher, the podcast producer simmered in the background during season one until he and Carrie had one hell of a passionate kiss in the elevator during the last few seconds of the finale. While Carrie had gone on dates with other men following , Franklyn seemed to hold the most promise given that he understands the media world, had earned her trust, and honestly, was as hot as the concrete on a summer's day in New York City. When Glamour spoke to , the actor who plays Franklyn, last May, he told us that the producers wanted the ending to be a surprise. In fact, Hernandez didn't even know until he got the script that he'd be locking lips with .“I was just as surprised as everybody else…but it was such an exciting ending.” he said at the time.

Spoilers ahead! If you haven’t seen the season 2 premiere of “And Just Like That” on Max, proceed with caution.

And Just Like ThatThough the season 2 premiere of started with Elton John and Britney Spears' «Hold Me Closer,» it really would have been more appropriate for episode two considering the A-list guest stars. In the words of Phoebe Buffay, «Hold me closer, Tony Danza!»On Thursday, Max dropped the first two episodes of the spinoff series.And though the start to the sophomore season was rather tame, the second episode did feature two standout guest appearances.Tony Danza was cast as himself playing the father of Ché Diaz (Sara Ramirez) in a pilot of the nonbinary comedian's life.Danza doesn't disappoint with Ché's girlfriend, Miranda Hobbes (Cynthia Nixon), cracking a Who's the Boss? joke and the actor claiming his fans are referred to as the «Danza-Lions.»Danza insists upon his character being Italian despite Ché's background as Mexican-Irish.«I've come too far to get canceled now!» Danza declares.But Tony's not the only memorable celebrity cameo.

And Just Like ThatThough there was little to no mention of Samantha Jones (Kim Cattrall) in the season 2 premiere of, another one of Carrie Bradshaw's (Sarah Jessica Parker) missing besties does get a special shout-out.Max released the first two episodes of season 2 of the spinoff series, and in the premiere, Carrie and Co. head to the Met Gala.

And Just Like That we're back! Whether you love it or love to hate watch it, Max's spinoff series,, has returned for a second season after the much-discussed first season in 2021.On Thursday, the streaming service released the first two episodes, and while there was no Big death or traumatic funerals, there were still plenty of gasp-worthy moments — almost entirely centered around Miranda Hobbes (Cynthia Nixon) and Ché Diaz's (Sara Ramirez) relationship.The show opened with a sexy montage of all of our favorite characters, old and new, getting it on to the soundtrack of Elton John and Britney Spears' «Hold Me Closer.»Carrie Bradshaw (Sarah Jessica Parker) is hooking up with her podcast producer, Franklyn (Iva Hernandez), Miranda is California dreamin' with Ché while the nonbinary comedian is filming their pilot, Charlotte York Goldenblatt (Kristin Davis) is keeping the spark alive with her husband, Harry Goldenblatt (Evan Handler), as are Lisa Todd Wexley (Nicole Ari Parker) and her husband, Herbert Wexley (Chris Jackson). Even serial single realtor Seema Patel (Sarita Choudhury) has found a special someone.

John Corbett played one of Carrie Bradshaw’s many suitors on “Sex and the City”, yet continues to be fondly remembered by fans.

And Just Like That returns for its second season this month.Created by Michael Patrick King, the series reunites Sarah Jessica Parker as Carrie Bradshaw, Cynthia Nixon as Miranda Hobbes and Kristin Davis as Charlotte York-Goldenblatt for a sequel series to the original Sex And The City.The show’s first season debuted in 2021. It was renewed for a second season on Max in March last year, which will feature the brief return of Kim Cattrall’s Samantha.The second season spans 11 episodes in total, one more than the first.

Like a disastrous first date where there’s still something there (that zsa zsa zsu, perhaps), season two of “And Just Like That…” proves that everyone deserves a second chance. In its first ten episodes, back in 2021 and 2022, the “Sex and the City” reboot was grating and clumsy, full of cringe-inducing dialogue and misguided attempts at relevancy, absent everything that made the original series a must-watch for generations of women.

McKinley Franklin editor New York City will light up pink Wednesday in honor of the 25th anniversary of “Sex and the City” and the upcoming second season of “And Just Like That.” At sunset, several iconic New York City buildings (including the Empire State Building, Javits Center, One Bryant Park, One World Trade Center and Pier 17) will glisten a pink shade to celebrate the series and its offshoot. As such a prominent piece of “Sex and the City,” New York City plays an integral part in the legacy of the show. Max’s followup, “And Just Like That,” was developed and executive produced Michael Patrick King, alongside executive producers John Melfi, Julie Rottenberg, Elisa Zuritsky, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kristin Davis and Cynthia Nixon. Season 2 of the series debuts with two episodes on Thursday, June 22. 

Well, Carrie and Aidan shippers, it looks like And Just Like That creators have BIG plans for the two!

While the world has been freaking out about Kim Cattrall‘s truly surprising return to the Sex and the City universe, her cast mates have been speaking out — and not everyone is so thrilled. Or, at least, they don’t love the circumstances…

Can Aidan Shaw and Carrie Bradshaw finally make it work? And Just Like That creator Michael Patrick King dropped a big hint about their future.

The cat is out of the bag—Kim Cattrall will briefly return as Samantha Jones in Season 2 of Max’s And Just Like That… and the appearance was meant to be a big surprise, according to stars and executive producers Sarah Jessica Parker, Michael Patrick King, Cynthia Nixon and Kristin Davis, who told Deadline they’re very disappointed it was leaked. But now that everybody knows, they also want to temper expectations because the cameo is small but meaningful.