The Definitive 'And Just Like That...' Episode Guide: 12 Final Episodes, Cast Changes, And The August 2025 Series Finale
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The Final Chapter: Season 3 Episode Count and Release Schedule
The third season of *And Just Like That...* is set to be the biggest yet, not only in terms of plot but also in length. After the first season had 10 episodes and the second had 11, the final season will feature 12 episodes, making it the longest run of the series. The season premiered on May 29, 2025, and will run weekly until the dramatic conclusion in August. The news that this will be the *final* season was a surprise announcement to many fans, confirming that the journey of the New York trio will conclude this year.Key Dates for the 12-Episode Final Season
The Max Original series has set a clear schedule for its final bow, ensuring fans can mark their calendars for every pivotal moment. The season premiere, titled "Outlook Good," kicked off the final arc.- Season Premiere: May 29, 2025
- Episode Count: 12 episodes
- Weekly Airing: Every Thursday on Max (US)
- Series Finale: August 14, 2025 (A surprise two-part episode)
Major Cast Exits and Returning Characters for Season 3
A significant aspect of the third season is the shifting dynamic among the main cast and the supporting players. While the core friendship of Carrie, Miranda, and Charlotte remains, two major characters from the first two seasons will not be returning, which is expected to dramatically alter the storylines.Departing Main Cast Members
The most talked-about cast change involves the departure of two key figures who were central to Miranda's and the ensemble's arcs:- Sara Ramirez as Che Diaz: The non-binary stand-up comedian and Miranda's former love interest will not return for the final season. This departure signals a major shift for Miranda Hobbes's storyline, which is expected to focus on her next steps after her tumultuous relationship with Che.
- Karen Pittman as Dr. Nya Wallace: The Columbia Law professor, who became a close friend to Miranda, is also confirmed to not be returning. This character's absence leaves a void in the professional and personal lives of the group, particularly as Miranda continues her career transition.
The Core Cast and Key Returning Entities
The heart of the series, the original trio, is back, alongside a robust ensemble of friends and love interests. The final season will focus intensely on these relationships.| Actor | Character | Role in Season 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Sarah Jessica Parker | Carrie Bradshaw | Navigating her new, luxurious, and mostly unfurnished townhouse. Her relationship with Aidan Shaw is a central focus, particularly the five-year agreement. |
| Cynthia Nixon | Miranda Hobbes | Exploring life post-Che and potentially returning to the dating world, with one plot thread showing her at a lesbian bar. |
| Kristin Davis | Charlotte York Goldenblatt | Continuing to balance her career in art and motherhood with Harry Goldenblatt and their children. |
| Mario Cantone | Anthony Marentino | The witty and ever-present friend of the group. |
| Sarita Choudhury | Seema Patel | The high-end real estate broker who is trying to secure a loan for her new firm's office. |
| Nicole Ari Parker | Lisa Todd Wexley (L.T.W.) | The documentary filmmaker who receives an exciting career opportunity involving Michelle Obama. |
| John Corbett | Aidan Shaw | Carrie's former fiancé and recent love interest, whose request for a five-year hiatus will loom over the final episodes. |
| David Eigenberg | Steve Brady | Miranda's ex-husband, whose relationship with Miranda remains a key emotional anchor. |
Thematic Focus and Plot Intentions for the Final Episodes
The 12 episodes of the final season are clearly structured to bring the stories of these beloved characters to a meaningful conclusion. The overarching themes will revolve around definitive endings, new beginnings, and the enduring power of female friendship in New York City.Carrie's Townhouse and the Aidan Shaw Dilemma
The final season opens with Carrie Bradshaw having moved into her new, luxurious townhouse, a significant change from her iconic brownstone. This physical move symbolizes her emotional and professional evolution following the death of Mr. Big. However, the season's core romantic tension is the five-year waiting period requested by Aidan Shaw to focus on his son. The 12 episodes will explore how Carrie handles this long-term pause, whether she waits faithfully, or if she ventures back into the complicated New York dating scene. Fans are eager to see if the series finale will deliver the final, long-awaited resolution for the Carrie and Aidan relationship.Miranda's New Path After Che
With the departure of Che Diaz, Miranda Hobbes is free to forge a new personal and professional identity. The plot suggests a return to exploring her sexuality and dating life, including a scene where Carrie and Charlotte accompany her to a lesbian bar. The exploration of Miranda's relationship with her ex-husband, Steve Brady, will also be a key focus, as the two attempt to patch things up and navigate their co-parenting relationship. Her journey is about finding stability and self-acceptance after a period of radical, and often chaotic, self-discovery.The Ensemble's Final Storylines
The supporting cast, who have become integral to the show's topical authority, will also see their stories conclude. * Seema Patel: Her storyline involves the financial challenges of establishing her new real estate firm and the professional sacrifices she must make, including letting go of her brownstone. * Lisa Todd Wexley (L.T.W.): Lisa’s professional ambitions reach a new height with a potential docuseries narration by Michelle Obama, a major career win that she celebrates with her husband, Herbert Wexley. * Charlotte York Goldenblatt: Charlotte's arc continues to center on the balancing act of her professional life—working in the art world—and the complexities of raising her children, Lily and Rock, with Harry. The series finale on August 14, 2025, is set to be a massive event, with the two-part structure hinting at a dramatic and emotional conclusion that is likely to see the main characters make life-altering decisions, finally closing the chapter on this generation of the *Sex and the City* universe.
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