Netflix has officially confirmed that its breakout romantic comedy Nobody Wants This will return for a second season on October 23, 2025. The streamer released the Season 2 trailer on September 25, 2025, highlighting the return of Kristen Bell and Adam Brody as Joanne and Noah.
Renewal and Audience Response
The show was renewed for Season 2 on October 10, 2024, about two weeks after its premiere on September 26, 2024. Netflix announced the decision following strong early performance: the series entered the platform’s Top 10 chart immediately after release and eventually reached 65.9 million global views by mid-2025.
Bela Bajaria, Netflix’s Chief Content Officer, confirmed the renewal during the Bloomberg Screentime Conference in Los Angeles, pointing to its unusual staying power in the Top 10 for more than a month.
Creative Team Changes
Season 2 will feature new showrunners: Jenni Konner and Bruce Eric Kaplan, both Emmy-nominated for their work on HBO’s Girls. Series creator Erin Foster remains as executive producer, providing continuity with the show’s original voice. Additional executive producers include Steven Levitan, Sara Foster, Jeff Morton, and Nora Silver of Jenni Konner Productions.
Production Timeline
Filming on Season 2 began in March 2025 and wrapped in May 2025, according to industry reports. While Netflix has not disclosed the exact episode count, multiple outlets indicate the new season will again have 10 episodes.
New and Returning Cast
Kristen Bell and Adam Brody return as Joanne and Noah, joined by recurring cast from Season 1. Season 2 introduces several guest stars:
- Leighton Meester (Abby), Joanne’s former middle school rival turned influencer.
- Seth Rogen and Kate Berlant in guest roles (characters not yet disclosed).
- Miles Fowler as Lenny, Noah’s basketball teammate.
- Arian Moayed (Succession) as Dr. Andy, a psychotherapist linked to Morgan.
- Alex Karpovsky (Girls) as Big Noah, a rabbi at Noah’s temple.
While these castings are confirmed, most new roles are reported as guest or supporting appearances rather than central leads.
Awards and Reception
Season 1 earned critical praise and award nominations, including Golden Globe, SAG, and Critics Choice nods for Bell and Brody. Adam Brody won the Critics Choice Award for Best Actor in a Comedy Series, the show’s most notable award to date.
Themes and Storyline Expectations
Netflix has kept plot specifics for Season 2 under wraps. Erin Foster has stated that the new episodes will explore the next phase of Joanne and Noah’s relationship, particularly how they handle everyday routines, friendships, holidays, and long-term planning.
Season 1 ended with Noah accepting a head rabbi position while Joanne hesitated over conversion, establishing a central source of tension for the new season. Foster has said the storyline is informed by her own interfaith marriage experiences, though not all plotlines are literal reflections of her life.
Release Strategy
Season 2 will premiere globally on October 23, 2025, with all episodes available at once, following Netflix’s usual binge-release model. The timeline between seasons (13 months) is shorter than many streaming comedies, reflecting Netflix’s confidence in the series’ popularity.
Conclusion
Nobody Wants This Season 2 builds on both critical and commercial success, with a strengthened creative team, returning leads Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, and a set of high-profile guest stars. By combining authentic interfaith themes with romantic comedy storytelling, the series continues to distinguish itself within Netflix’s lineup.
