And Just Like That…, the revival series forSex and the City, is climbing streaming charts not long after the ending of the series was officially announced.And Just Like That…season 3is ongoing, with Carrie Bradshaw and her friends navigating life in their 50s. The show’s ending was announced on July 05, 2025, confirming the franchise’s conclusion.

Now, FlixPatrol has confirmedAnd Just Like That…has risen the ranks on HBO Max, becoming the Number 1 most-watched show on the platform this week. The series' top spot emphasizes global excitement for it prior to the series finale, which is set to air on August 10, 2025. It seems there’s global anticipation for how the series will conclude.

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What And Just Like That… Rising Streaming Charts Means For The Series Finale

Reviews forAnd Just Like That…season 3have been more positive than the show’s previous outings, with many critics claiming it’s finally found its footing as aSex and the Citysequel. However, the series hasn’t resonated with viewers as much:it currently holds a 33% from audiences on Rotten Tomatoes and a 5.6 out of 10 on IMDb.

Even so, the increased interest on HBO Max signals there are many who want to see how thecharacters inAnd Just Like That…have their stories concluded. The final episodes are already building to a potential stopping point, though what note the final hour will leave off on remains to be seen. For now, it’s a waiting game.

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But, with the show coming to a close soon, it also means whatever happens will be the definitive final chapter in theSex and the Cityfranchise.Classic characters like Carrie, Miranda, and Charlotte will have their final fates revealed, closing the book on their storylines after decades of watching them go through many important life changes.

Samantha Jones, who was another central character inSex and the City, only returned toAnd Just Like That…for a cameo appearance in season 2, with Kim Cattrall reprising her role.

Given the longevity of theSex and the Cityfranchise, it’s unsurprisingAnd Just Like That…managed to build increased viewership ahead of the series finale. Although the series isn’t as well-received by audiences as critics, the final episode will still be delivering a conclusion that could positively round out the entire sequel series.

While the exact events of the upcoming episode remain unclear,And Just Like That…may provide a concrete conclusion to everyone’s story. Since the final episodes were announced less than two weeks ago, it seems like whatever’s going to happen has been in the works for quite some time. This means a satisfying conclusion might be just around the corner.

And Just Like That…season 3, episode 12 will arrive Thursday, August 14 at 9 p.m. ET on HBO Max.