Nobody Wants This (2024)
TV series · Comedy, Drama
Stream itif you appreciate a sharp, chemistry-driven romantic comedy that balances modern cynicism with genuine heart.
A sharp, modern romantic comedy that thrives on the witty chemistry between its lead characters. It is a breezy and highly bingeable series that explores the friction between faith and lifestyle with a light touch.
What it is about
An agnostic sex podcaster and a newly single rabbi fall in love, but can their relationship survive their wildly different lives and meddling families?
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What Nobody Wants This is like, and who it is for
What it is like to watch
Watching this series feels like eavesdropping on a particularly witty, fast-paced conversation between two people who shouldn't get along but undeniably do. The tone is breezy and contemporary, leaning into the polished aesthetics of modern Los Angeles while maintaining a grounded, talky intimacy. It moves with the snappy rhythm of a classic sitcom but possesses the emotional texture of a character drama, ensuring the central romance feels earned rather than forced.
Who it is for, and who should skip it
It is tailor-made for viewers who miss the era of the high-quality studio rom-com and enjoy the dynamic of mismatched friction. Those who find podcasting culture or religious themes tiresome might find the premise a little narrow. One honest caveat is that the supporting characters occasionally veer into broad caricature, which can briefly break the spell of the leads' more naturalistic and charming performances.
The right evening for it
This is a perfect choice for a relaxed weekend binge-watch or a low-stakes evening when you want something smart enough to engage your brain but warm enough to soothe it.
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How Nobody Wants This leaves you
One line on the mood it ends on, with no plot. Some people count that as a spoiler, so it stays hidden until you ask.
Expect to come away feeling light-hearted and charmed by the central pairing, with a lingering appreciation for how the show handles the messy intersection of personal identity and romantic compromise.
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Starstruck (2021)
the same witty, grounded chemistry between mismatched lovers in a modern setting
Fleabag (2016)
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Questions people ask
- Is Nobody Wants This a romantic series?
- Yes. On Watchlist Boosted it is tagged Romantic, with a funny streak. A sharp, modern romantic comedy that thrives on the witty chemistry between its lead characters. It is a breezy and highly bingeable series that explores the friction between faith and lifestyle with a light touch.
- How many seasons of Nobody Wants This are there?
- 3 seasons and 30 episodes. It is still running.
- Where can I watch Nobody Wants This in Canada?
- In Canada, Nobody Wants This is included with Netflix (all plans).
- Is Nobody Wants This worth watching?
- Stream it: if you appreciate a sharp, chemistry-driven romantic comedy that balances modern cynicism with genuine heart. IMDb users rate it 7.7 out of 10 from 81,339 votes and TMDB users 7.3.
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