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‘Nobody Wants This’ Names New Showrunners as It Readies October Return

Season two delves into Joanne’s conversion journey, Noah’s challenges at his temple, cultural guidance by Rabbi Sharon Brous.

Overview

  • Season two premieres on October 23, 2025, between Rosh Hashanah and Hanukkah to engage Jewish and global audiences.
  • Jenni Konner and Bruce Eric Kaplan lead the new season, retaining the rom-com’s signature tone while deepening character development.
  • The creative team consulted Rabbi Sharon Brous for cultural accuracy but confirms that scripts were not rewritten in response to earlier critiques.
  • Family storylines are broadened to spotlight Morgan’s rivalry with Joanne, the evolving marriage of Sasha and Esther, and Rabbi Bina’s role in family dynamics.
  • Guest stars Alex Karpovsky and Leighton Meester join as a rival rabbi and a school momfluencer, respectively, expanding the ensemble cast.