And Just Like That: The Main Characters, Ranked By Likability

And Just Like That, HBO Max’s revival of the now-iconic late 90s series Sex and theCity, is proving divisive among fans of the franchise. The ten-episode series features an ensemble of well-known characters joined by new figures in an attempt to introduce some diversity into the girls’ well-established dynamic.

The characters are all interesting to watch, each contributing to the overall story; however, some are far more likable than others. It might be telling that the best and most engaging characters seem to be the new ones, but there’s still tons of pleasure to experience from Carrie Bradshaw and her inseparable friends.

10 Che Díaz

It might be an overstatement to declare Che Díaz one of the worst characters on television, but they are certainly no fan favorites. Che is neither funny nor particularly engaging; instead, they come off as annoying and perhaps a tad cringe-worthy. It doesn’t help that Che is engaging in an affair with Miranda, a storyline that proved especially controversial among fans of the show.

To be fair, Che isn’t necessarily a bad character, but their role in the show isn’t doing them any favors. Steve and Miranda are one of Sex and the City‘s best couples, so anyone that comes in their way will be subject to intense fan criticism. Indeed, And Just Like That seems to have set up Che for failure.

9 Miranda Hobbes

And speaking of everyone’s favorite red-headed lawyer, Miranda is back in And Just Like That, but she almost seems like a different character. Now, the competitive and studied lawyer seems unsure of herself, fumbling her studies and daydreaming about Che while married to Steve.

In the original series, the Harvard graduate used to be self-aware and cynic, the embodiment of the modern woman trying to reconcile work and romance. With an engaging and complex character arc, Miranda seemed like the true protagonist of Sex and the City at times. The revival deprives her of her agency, reducing her to an unhappy wife role. It’s a bizarre choice, and while the show still has four episodes to go, it’s unclear what the plan for Miranda is.

8 Stanford Blatch

In the original show, Stanford hardly had any development. One of SatC‘s many criticisms is how it reduced him into the “gay best friend” role, at times even making him seem like one of Carrie’s many accessories. With Samantha gone, many fans expected more focus on Stanford, and the show did seem to be going that route before Willie Garson’s tragic death last September.

Stanford brought many laughs with his trademark haughty behavior in his limited time on screen. Unfortunately, the show wrote him off rather abruptly and maybe somewhat carelessly, putting a dent in the beloved character’s reputation.

7 Carrie Bradshaw

As fans watched the first six episodes of And Just Like That, they couldn’t help but wonder: will Carrie Bradshaw ever evolve as a character? The answer is no, and that’s part of her charm. Years later, Carrie is still the same, and no amount of Manolos or dead husbands will change that.

However, the revival tries hard to have Carrie step out of her comfort zone, with mixed results. And while fans still have many problems with Carrie Bradshaw, the writer and former sex anthropologist remains as engaging and likable as ever, even if her charms seem to be slowly wearing off.

6 Harry Goldenblatt

Harry and Charlotte are arguably Sex and the City‘s best couple. The sweet and supportive lawyer was an instant fan favorite from the moment he made his debut in season five, and his treatment of Charlotte only made him more lovable.

And Just Like That keeps Harry as the most supportive male figure in the show. He’s still a loving husband and father, encouraging his daughters every step of the way. He shows some difficulty dealing with Rose’s sexual identity, but he’ll surely come around by the time the show reaches its inevitable conclusion.

5 Charlotte York-Goldenblatt

For most of the original show’s run, Charlotte York is the most close-minded and uptight of the girls. Throughout her storyline, she becomes less judgmental and opens herself to possibilities she would’ve never entertained in her youth. Charlotte has arguably the best character arc of the four, and she keeps evolving in And Just Like That.

The revival sees Charlotte dealing with her daughter’s sexual identity, and while she struggles to understand, she makes a real effort to do it. Charlotte is as snobbish as ever and still keeps some of her harmful prejudices; however, she is willing to recognize and work on her flaws, making her the most likable of the three main characters.

4 Anthony Marentino

Like Stanford, Anthony got the short end of the stick during the original series, playing the bitchy gay best friend to a tee. However, with Samantha and Stanford gone, Anthony is sharing the spotlight, allowing fans to see a more vulnerable side to him.

Anthony remains as superficial as ever, but the show is allowing him to have a more layered characterization than ever before. He is no longer relegated to delivering sassy one-liners and is instead allowed to have his own stories. Most of the fan-favorite Sex and the City storylines showcase the importance of friendship in a person’s life, and Anthony becoming closer to Carrie provides the perfect opportunity to further explore his already likable character.

3 Lisa Todd Wexley

Although her appearances have been brief, Lisa Todd Wexley is one of the show’s most pleasant additions. She is a successful documentarian and Charlotte’s best friend outside Carrie and Miranda. Lisa is supportive and genuinely kind, the kind of friend someone like Charlotte York would be desperate to have.

Lisa is a throwback to the classic Sex and the City aesthetic that fans fell in love with all those years ago. She’s absurdly beautiful, unbelievably wealthy and successful, glamorous and covered head-to-toe in couture; in short, Lisa is the obvious choice to replace Samantha in the group. The fact that she’s very likable is just the cherry on top of the cake.

2 Dr. Nya Wallace

Miranda’s professor, Dr. Nya Wallace, is one of the best additions to the franchise. Played by The Morning Show standout Karen Pittman, Nya is a determined lawyer who struggles with becoming pregnant and forms an unlikely bond with Miranda.

And Just Like That provides enough insight into Nya’s character to help audiences empathize with her. She has a very relatable storyline that makes fans want to see more of her character outside of her connection to Miranda. The show would be smart to focus more on her going forward, showing the struggles of a 2021 woman, much like Carrie and company did for 90s women.

1 Seema Patel

Seema arrived in episode four and brought new life to the show. She is Carrie’s realtor, a relaxed and supportive woman who helps Carrie move on from Big’s death. Seema is searching for love, but she doesn’t seem as judgmental as Charlotte or as delusional as Carrie and instead adopts a much more realistic approach to relationships.

Unafraid to speak her mind, Seema is like a breath of fresh air in a show famous for its lack of diversity and close-minded characters. Furthermore, Seema is proving to be the perfect foil for Carrie Bradshaw, a notoriously selfish character, by helping her open to new experiences and perspectives. The original Sex and the City featured several sweet friendship scenes, and Carrie and Seema’s interactions feel like throwbacks to those good old days.

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