Nobody Wants This

 

Netflix has officially renewed its new romantic comedy Nobody Wants This, starring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, just weeks after its debut. The series, created by Erin Foster and loosely based on her own experiences falling in love with her husband, follows the unexpected romance between Joanne (Bell), a successful, agnostic podcaster, and Noah (Brody), an unconventional rabbi. After meeting at a dinner party, their unlikely connection has captivated audiences, generating both praise and controversy ahead of the upcoming season.

According to Deadline, Nobody Wants This season 2 is set to continue, but there will be a significant behind-the-scenes change. Foster will step down as showrunner, with *Girls* alumni Jenni Konner and Bruce Eric Kaplan taking over the role. Both will also serve as executive producers alongside Nora Silver of Jenni Konner Productions, as well as returning producers Bell and Steve Levitan. This transition, announced by Netflix COO Bela Bajaria, was agreed upon before the show's debut.

Foster, who initially confirmed plans for additional seasons, expressed her excitement about the renewal in a statement, noting her personal connection to the story of Joanne and Noah. She also shared her enthusiasm about working with Konner and Kaplan, whom she admires from their work on *Girls*. Foster’s full statement reads:

Creating Nobody Wants This will forever be a career highlight for me. The incredible cast, crew, producers, and executives all made this into the show it is today, and to experience viewers’ reactions has been more than anything I could have dreamed. I’m so lucky to continue this story alongside Jenni Konner and Bruce Eric Kaplan, who I’ve been such a fan of since *Girls*… Justice for healthy relationships being the most romantic!"

What Nobody Wants This Renewal Means for the Series

The Cliffhanger Will Be Addressed

Season 1 ended with Noah making a pivotal decision to continue his relationship with Joanne, despite potential fallout for his career and disapproval from his family. Season 2 will dive into the consequences of this decision and resolve the cliffhanger. Additionally, it will explore other brewing storylines, including the mysterious tension between Joanne’s sister, Morgan (played by Succession’s Justine Lupe), and Noah’s brother, Sasha (Veep’s Timothy Simons), two key supporting characters.


Steve Levitan, co-creator of *Modern Family*, remains an executive producer, while Kaplan and Konner, both Emmy-nominated for their work on *Girls*, join the team. Kaplan, a five-time Emmy nominee, is known for his work on *Six Feet Under* and *Seinfeld*. The first season’s collaborative writing process, led by Levitan while Foster focused on storytelling, suggests that the new showrunners won’t dramatically alter the tone or direction of the series, even though the change might seem significant.

Our Take on Nobody Wants This Season 2:

Can a Multi-Season Romcom Succeed?

A large part of *Nobody Wants This*' success can be attributed to its excellent casting. Adam Brody’s leading role as Noah has been a refreshing return to the romcom genre, and Kristen Bell’s chemistry with Brody, enhanced by their real-life friendship, is a driving force behind the show’s popularity. The supporting cast, including Sherry Cola, Jackie Tohn, and D’Arcy Carden from *The Good Place*, has also helped the series strike a chord with viewers.

However, the question remains whether a romantic comedy that revolves primarily around a single couple can maintain the same appeal in future seasons. *Nobody Wants This* delighted fans by portraying a positive, healthy relationship between Noah and Joanne, something often missing in romcoms. But season 2 will need to prove that this focus can evolve without losing its charm, especially as the series tackles more controversial aspects, such as its portrayal of Jewish women, which has sparked debate among viewers.