Netflix has once again found itself at the center of the streaming world’s attention with the return of its hit romantic comedy series, Nobody Wants This. Season 2, which premiered globally on October 23, 2025, has quickly cemented its place among the platform’s top performers, debuting at number two on Netflix’s global top 10 list by October 25, according to Forbes and Netflix’s own rankings. The show’s signature blend of sharp humor, complicated relationships, and religious dilemmas has kept audiences glued to their screens, even as critics debate whether anything of substance actually happens over the course of its ten-episode run.
At the heart of Nobody Wants This is the story of Noah, a rabbi played by Adam Brody, and Joanne, a secular Los Angeles woman portrayed by Kristen Bell. Their relationship, which began as a surprise hit for Netflix last fall, continues to navigate the thorny issue of Joanne’s possible conversion to Judaism. As The Atlantic noted in its October 25 review, the first season “told the story of a rabbi and a secular Los Angeles gal falling for each other,” and quickly climbed to the top of Netflix’s most-watched list for weeks. The chemistry between Brody and Bell, both beloved by millennials for their earlier television roles, proved irresistible to viewers.
Season 2 picks up exactly where its predecessor left off: Noah and Joanne still can’t agree on whether Joanne should convert, and this indecision forms the backbone of the entire season. Astonishingly, as The Atlantic put it, “Essentially zero happens over the course of 10 episodes.” The finale even mirrors the previous season’s ending, with the couple nearly breaking up at a party over the religious conflict, only to reunite once again without reaching a resolution. Some critics have pointed out that this cyclical storytelling risks wearing thin, with one reviewer asking, “How many times are we going to do this?”
Despite these narrative frustrations, the show’s popularity is undeniable. The new season quickly racked up massive viewership, with Variety and Netflix reporting that Nobody Wants This had previously pulled in 15.9 million views in its debut week last year and spent six weeks in the global top 10. The binge-release strategy—dropping all ten episodes at once—has clearly struck a chord with fans, who wasted no time in devouring the latest installment.
Season 2 also saw some notable changes behind the scenes. Showrunners Jenni Konner and Bruce Eric Kaplan took over creative duties this year, a shift that brought a subtle softening to some of the show’s previously criticized characters. According to The Atlantic, “Season 2 softens the most obnoxious characters, Noah’s mother and sister-in-law, which is nice, I guess, but leaves even fewer meager plot scraps to be stretched across 10 episodes.” While this adjustment may have made the supporting cast more palatable, it did little to address the central narrative stasis that has become the series’ hallmark.
Critical reception has remained generally positive, albeit with a slight dip compared to the first season. As reported by Digital Spy, Season 2 currently holds an 81% score on Rotten Tomatoes, down from Season 1’s impressive 95%. The consensus reads: “In its second outing, Nobody Wants This’ sharp humor and warmly chaotic ensemble keep it an engaging and emotionally observant rom-com that still charms even as it stumbles.” Fans, meanwhile, have taken to social media to express their devotion, with one writing on X, “Please please let there be a season 3 and beyond... that was soo good.” Another viewer declared, “I need season 3 immediately.”
The cast for Season 2 remains a major draw. Kristen Bell and Adam Brody reprise their roles as the star-crossed couple, while Brody’s real-life wife, Leighton Meester, joins the cast as Abby. Other returning favorites include Justine Lupe as Joanne’s sister Morgan, Timothy Simons as Noah’s brother Sasha, and Jackie Tohn as Sasha’s wife Esther. New additions this season—Seth Rogen, Miles Fowler, Alex Karpovsky, and Kate Berlant—have also brought fresh dynamics to the ensemble.
With all this momentum, the question on everyone’s mind is: will Nobody Wants This return for a third season? While Netflix has yet to make an official renewal announcement, the signs are overwhelmingly positive. In a recent interview with Parade, Kristen Bell provided a promising update: “The writer’s room is working right now. You never know if you’re gonna be able to shoot because that’s way above our pay grade, and they decide what shows are gonna be shot. But the writer’s room is writing it right now. That we know.” This behind-the-scenes activity suggests that Netflix is at least seriously considering the show’s future, if not already quietly moving forward.
Industry experts seem to agree that a third season is all but inevitable. As Forbes observed, “The writer’s room jump-start is a huge clue about Netflix’s confidence. They wouldn’t invest in Season 3 development if they doubted the show’s future.” The show’s performance metrics—both in terms of viewership and critical response—place it firmly in the upper echelon of Netflix comedies. If the network sticks to its typical release pattern, fans could expect to see Season 3 as early as Fall 2026.
The creative inspiration for Nobody Wants This is also worth noting. The series is loosely based on the real-life experience of creator Erin Foster, who fell for a Jewish man and eventually converted. While the show takes creative liberties—most notably by making the love interest a rabbi, unlike Foster’s actual husband—it has sparked conversations about faith, identity, and the complexities of interfaith relationships. As The Atlantic points out, “There’s a huge difference between getting involved with a guy who happens to be Jewish and a guy who has organized his life around his faith, and this show never manages to convince me it’s given much thought to the latter.”
For now, viewers can stream all ten episodes of Season 2 on Netflix, immersing themselves in the ongoing saga of Noah and Joanne’s will-they-or-won’t-they journey. Whether you find the show’s narrative inertia maddening or oddly comforting, there’s no denying its cultural resonance. As the streaming giant weighs its options, fans and critics alike are left to wonder: will the next season finally move the story forward, or is the endless impasse part of the magic?
One thing’s for certain—Nobody Wants This has become a defining example of Netflix’s unique approach to television: sometimes, doing almost nothing is exactly what audiences want.
