'Nobody Wants This' Season 3 Has Already Learned From Its Season 2 Mistakes | Review

Image via Netflix Published Oct 22, 2026, 3:01 AM EDT Meredith Loftus is a TV Lists Editor at Collider. As part of the Lists team, she creates both trending and evergreen list topics in order to engage Collider's active audience. Prior to this, she was a Features Author focused on both movie and TV topics. In addition to her editing role, she has covered major events for Collider, including San Diego Comic-Con and D23. Meredith has also conducted interviews with creatives across the entertainment industry. Some of her favorites include Margot Robbie, Luke Thompson, Yerin Ha, Gilmore Girls' Scott Patterson, Jon M. Chu, and the cast of Superman & Lois. Sign in to your Collider account Whenever there are debates about whether the rom-com is back, recent shows like Nobody Wants This are proof that the genre is thriving on streaming. Loosely based on Erin Foster's life, the Netflix series stars Kristen Bell as a relationship podcaster who falls in love with a rabbi, Noah (Adam Brody). On paper, this premise doesn't stand out, but thanks to Bell and Brody's chemistry and an emphasis on healthy communication, Nobody Wants This became a breakout hit. It's also one of the few Netflix shows that has maintained a consistent release schedule, with a new season releasing every year since its debut two years ago. Across two seasons, audiences have fallen in love with Noah and Joanne as they fell in love with each other. Although Season 2's plot stagnated in places, Brody and Bell's strengths kept it afloat. Now entering its third season, the question becomes: are these characters strong enough to keep their relationship going? Not only is Nobody Wants This Season 3 a massive step forward for the show, but every new milestone is also earned from the foundation built on its previous two seasons. What Is 'Nobody Wants This' Season 3 About? Picking up from where Season 2 left off, Noah and Joanne have recommitted to each other and have decided to take the next big step: moving in together. While this includes interference from both their parents, it also means Joanne starts attending classes at the synagogue to convert to Judaism. Meanwhile, Sasha (Timothy Simons) and Esther (Jackie Tohn) are officially back on the dating scene since their split, and Morgan (Justine Lupe) starts leveling up her own career thanks to a viral catchphrase. Where Season 2 felt like it was spinning its wheels, Season 3 wastes no time. Noah and Joanne, and, by extension, the show, are taking this commitment seriously, embracing new chapters and facing the hurdles of their relationship head-on. Joanne's conversion isn't nebulous anymore; she's in class, with Andrew Rannells cast as her new frenemy. While her time in Judaism class is less focused on religion and more about advancing the plot, Joanne's presence there represents momentum she lacked last season. Alongside Rannells, Nobody Wants This Season 3 has a few surprise cameos up its sleeve, too, but they don't distract from the core characters and their crucial emotional journeys. In addition to plot momentum, Nobody Wants This Season 3 utilizes different locations to its advantage. The familiar Eagle Rock and Westwood spots of Los Angeles are still there, but Angelenos can spot new pockets of the city in key episodes, like Toluca Lake in a holiday-themed episode. Taking it a step further, Season 3 ventures to Napa and New York City in major turning points for the series; the Big Apple episode, in particular, is packed to the brim with rom-com tropes. Nobody Wants This has really come into its own in knowing how to expand beyond familiar locations, which subconsciously reflects the changes these characters are going through. Morgan and Sasha's Chemistry Can't Be Ignored in 'Nobody Wants This' Season 3 Image via Netflix Previously, Nobody Wants This has acknowledged that there's something between Noah's brother, Sasha, and Joanne's sister, Morgan. Since Season 1, their banter has evolved into a genuine friendship, a bond that they've both come to rely on. Their flirtation has always been in the background, but since Sasha was married at the time, it's never gone beyond that... until now. In the wake of his recent split, Sasha's and Morgan's will-they-won't-they dynamic finally gets explored, and fans of this duo will be very satisfied with the results. It's not just a build-up of little moments across two seasons that makes Morgan and Sasha stand out now. Yes, the chemistry has always been there, thanks to Simons and Lupe's natural rapport. However, this potential jump into new waters for Morgan and Sasha can't be based on sparks and vibes alone. These are two people in major periods of transition, discovering who they are without partners by their side. Nobody Wants This cares about Morgan and Sasha's individual maturity as much as their shared chemistry. It's not as simple as a crush or, in the words of Taylor Swift, "ruining the friendship." Addressing the unspoken undercurrent between them pushes the two to realize what they actually want for themselves romantically. No matter where Morgan and Sasha eventually land, Season 3 confirms they've made each other better people. Noah and Joanne's Romance Keeps 'Nobody Wants This' Season 3 Moving Forward Despite some narrative shifts to focus on other characters, Noah and Joanne remain the heartbeat of Nobody Wants This. The attraction that initially sent sparks flying has settled into a steady hearth that keeps the whole series warm. In one of the season's best episodes, Noah and Joanne take a back seat and enjoy a night alone in their house, completely free to enjoy each other’s company. It's a testament to their relationship that it is healthy enough to not be front and center 100% of the time. That's not to suggest Noah and Joanne don't have a meaningful storyline — this is their most important season to date, and their moving in together is just one of a few major benchmarks for a couple that audiences have come to adore. Given this new progression in their relationship, the challenges Noah and Joanne face are significant to their future. An ex-boyfriend of Joanne's resurfaces, and his appearance mirrors who she was before and what she's ready for now. Noah's mother, Bina (Tovah Feldshuh), also continues to be a pressure point; Joanne isn't seeking her approval the same way, but she’s still trying to integrate Bina into their plans without fully surrendering control. Joanne and Noah are thinking about their future, and where they end the season changes the trajectory of their relationship, and those around them, forever. After a stalling season, Nobody Wants This returns with a satisfying arc that moves its story and characters forward in substantial ways. It's also a mark of confidence for a series that knows how to keep its central romance engaging without being totally reliant on it. Brody and Bell's chemistry remains a highlight, as the actors appear fully settled and comfortable in this dynamic viewers have fallen head over heels for. Meanwhile, Simons and Lupe step into their own as their characters navigate uncharted waters individually and together. Nobody Wants This is finally hitting its stride, and one can only hope that Netflix wants to keep this love affair going with another season. Nobody Wants This Season 3 premieres October 22 on Netflix. Nobody Wants This Nobody Wants This Season 3 marks a significant progression in its plot and characters while keeping its romance engaging. Release Date September 26, 2024 Network Netflix Showrunner Jenni Konner, Bruce Eric Kaplan Cast Kristen Bell, Adam Brody​, Justine Lupe, Timothy Simons, Jackie Tohn, Tovah Feldshuh, Paul Ben-Victor, Sherry Cola, Keith Walker, Stephanie Faracy, Michael Hitchcock, Emily Arlook, Shiloh Bearman, Eric Satterberg, Rey Goyos, Al Carabello, Caitlyn Knisely, Susan Elle, Ian McQuown, Harris Shore, Carol Schlanger, Marcy Goldman, Beth Triffon, Mo Mandel, Ellen Gerstein Directors Greg Mottola, Lawrence Trilling, Oz Rodriguez, Hannah Fidell Writers Lindsay Golder, Jane Becker, Barbie Adler, Neel Shah, Niki Schwartz-Wright Main Genre Comedy Seasons 2 Producers Kristen Bell, Erin Foster, Sara Foster, Danielle Stokdyk, Oly Obst, Craig DiGregorio, Jeffrey Morton, Steven Levitan Creator(s) Erin Foster IMDb ID tt26933824 Streaming Service(s) Netflix TMDB User Rating 0 .0 Executive Producer(s) Kristen Bell, Erin Foster, Sara Foster, Danielle Stokdyk, Oly Obst, Craig DiGregorio, Jeffrey Morton, Steven Levitan Pros & Cons Season 3 hits key milestones in Noah and Joanne's relationship without making them the sole focus.. Morgan and Sasha's electric chemistry has the space to be explored. Different settings and guest stars help expand the show's storytelling. Joanne's conversion isn't given much depth beyond what's needed for the plot. Sasha and Esther's daughter disappears for a solid period of time.