Kristin Davis Remains Hopeful for Future 'Sex and the City' Installments Despite Viewer Criticism
While the revival series "And Just Like That..." may have garnered more criticism than praise from its audience, star Kristin Davis is not ready to say goodbye to the beloved "Sex and the City" franchise just yet. In a recent episode of her podcast, "Are You a Charlotte?" Davis revealed that she has not watched the series finale of "And Just Like That..." which aired on HBO Max in August, stating, "because I’m in denial and I would like to remain that way."
Davis Reflects on the Finale's Lackluster Impact
During a conversation with former co-star Mario Cantone, Davis acknowledged that the episode titled "Party of One," set during Thanksgiving, failed to leave a memorable or profound impression as a series conclusion. "I know what was on the page, and I know that when the girls and I got together for dinner and we were like, 'Wait, what did we do and what did we do?'" she explained. "And we couldn’t really remember, which is not a good sign."
Davis emphasized that her optimism for more content is not based on concrete plans but rather a personal belief. "This is not based on anything real," she continued. "In my mind, we’re going to do something else. I don’t think it’ll be a whole season, but I think we will do something else."
The Legacy and Challenges of the Franchise
Davis portrayed Charlotte York-Goldenblatt across all six seasons of HBO's original "Sex and the City" series and in both feature films. Longtime fans were thrilled when it was announced that Davis would reprise her role alongside co-stars Cynthia Nixon as Miranda Hobbes and Sarah Jessica Parker as Carrie Bradshaw in "And Just Like That...," which premiered in December 2021.
However, the revival series never quite captured the cultural zeitgeist in the same way as its predecessor, receiving mixed to negative reviews over its three-season run. Critics and viewers were particularly unimpressed with "Party of One," notably for its inclusion of an unglamorous plot point involving literal poop, which many found jarring and out of place.
Ongoing Interest and Ownership Uncertainties
Despite the criticisms, interest in the franchise remains robust. This was evident earlier this month when actor Chris Noth, who played Carrie's on-again, off-again love interest Mr. Big, made a seemingly shady comment about Parker on Instagram, later clarifying it was intended as sarcastic. The incident sparked widespread fan reaction, highlighting the enduring public fascination with the series.
Davis pointed out a significant hurdle for any future projects: the uncertain ownership of the "Sex and the City" rights. This issue arises amid Netflix's plans to acquire Warner Bros., the parent company of HBO Max. "No one knows who owns us right now, you know, so there’s that, that’s got to be worked out," she said, adding, "I feel like we’ve been going for so long, you know. Why finish now?"
Cantone Supports Davis's Sentiments
Mario Cantone echoed Davis's hopeful outlook, emphasizing the show's production value. "I know we’re an expensive show, but we’re worth it," he remarked. "It’s beautifully shot, it’s like a movie. I mean, it’s like there’s no CGI or like that. It’s just all New York. It’s either studio sets or the beautiful locations of New York City, so that’s thrilling."
As the franchise navigates these challenges, Davis's optimism serves as a beacon for fans who are eager to see more stories from the world of "Sex and the City," even if the path forward remains unclear.
