“Nobody Wants This”is one of Netflix’s hottest shows at the moment. We’re breaking down all the reasons why people love the characters and plot, and how it shows the progression of a healthy relationship.
Caution: Spoilers ahead
October 11, 2024– Kristen Bell and Adam Brody are the stars of Netflix’s “Nobody Wants This,” which is the unlikely story of how an agnostic sex podcaster and a rabbi- freshly single- fall in love. Their dynamic love story has a ton of twists and turns, including meddling families and ex-girlfriends, who seem to keep the duo apart.
However, Bell, who plays Joanne, and Brody, who plays Noah, are seemingly destined to be together despite everyone trying to break them apart.
Why We Love It: Real-Life Rom-com Nostalgia
Did you know that “Nobody Wants This” is actually supposedly based on a true story? According to TikToker @indigoreports, the love story of Joanne and Noah is actually based on the real-life relationship surrounding couple Aaron and Simon.
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Aaron also has a sister IRL and the pair have a podcast together. Simon is not a Rabbi but the pair fall in love and *spoiler alert* are still together.
Fans of the show love how nostalgic this rom-com feels in that the chemistry between the leads feels authentic. From quaint settings to relatable characters and themes of growth, this series has all of the elements of a classic, nostalgic rom-com that people love tuning into. This is probably why the show gained such traction when it debuted because people fell in love with the struggles and dreams of the duo as they navigated their relationship.
Why We Love It: Healthy Relationship Building
Noah and Joanne’s relationship is one of humor and heart. We see the pair grow together- Joanne, who is fearful of giving herself fully, finds a strong connection with Noah, who is emotionally available as well as a securely attached man. Noah helps Joanne heal in ways while Joanne encourages Noah to enjoy and embrace the untamed aspects of life. Together, the duo feel unstoppable as they fight to overcome their meddling families and past relationships to find true love.
Why We Love It: Family Ties
There are strong family bonds that come about in the show. Joanne and her sister, Morgan, are podcast co-hosts who are thick as thieves. The pair offer comedic relief and share a tight bond throughout the show in which the audience grows to love their relationship. They have stood by each other through their parent’s separation and continue to have each other’s backs even when things start to go awry.
We also get to see Noah’s relationship with his brother, Sasha, come into the mix. Sasha also offers comedic relief and is a loyal brother and friend to those in the series. Noah’s respectful relationship with his mother and father also plays out when we see the strong family dynamics come into effect.
Why We Love It: Familiar Tropes
“Nobody Wants This” features classic romantic comedy tropes, such as the infamous “opposites attract” dynamic. This typically resonates with audiences who appreciate traditional storytelling and want to see how the characters’ relationships play out in the series.
Get excited because Season 2 is officially coming!
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Published by HOLR Magazine
Image Credit: @nobodywantsthisseries Instagram, @indigoreports TikTok