Nobody Wants This

2024 - 9 - 26

'Nobody Wants This': Netflix Rom-Com That’s Actually a Must-Watch!

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Find out why ‘Nobody Wants This’ starring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody is capturing hearts despite the name!

Netflix's latest sitcom, 'Nobody Wants This,' might have an ironic title, but it’s definitely heating up the streaming screen with captivating chemistry and relatable romance. Starring the delightful duo of Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, the series follows an unlikely love story between a rabbi and an agnostic, navigating the ups and downs of their relationship with humor and heart. With vibrant performances and a nostalgic flair, this show takes the classic romantic comedy formula and gives it a charming twist that’s bound to entertain!

What sets 'Nobody Wants This' apart in the crowded rom-com genre is its unique angle – it's the first series to truly capture the essence of podcast culture in a meaningful way. Instead of merely using a podcast as a plot device, the series extracts genuine comedic and narrative value from it, allowing the protagonist to explore modern romance in the digital age. Fans will surely appreciate the clever writing that breathes life into seemingly mundane moments, transforming them into uproarious and heartfelt interactions.

Yet, not everything is golden in this whimsical world. Some reviews have critiqued the show for what they perceive as a mean-spirited portrayal of Jewish women, depicting them as obstacles to the central couple's happiness. While it’s essential to address and respect cultural sensitivities, the ongoing dialogues around representation help to spotlight areas where the series can improve. It's a reminder that even great shows can stumble when it comes to nuanced topics.

If you loved 'Nobody Wants This', you're not alone! Many are already buzzing about books that echo the series’ charming banter and heartfelt connections. Readers can dive into countless romance novels that feature cross-cultural bonds and witty dialogue. So, why not grab a good book and your favorite snack, settle in, and get ready for a fun binge-watch of this enchanting series?

Fun Fact: Did you know this is the first TV show to successfully mesh podcasting with a rom-com narrative? It takes storytelling to a whole new level while keeping the laughs rolling! And, if you’ve ever wondered why podcasts have taken over the media world, it’s said that they offer listeners a unique intimacy that is hard to find elsewhere—much like the kind of love that ‘Nobody Wants This’ glorifies!

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'Nobody Wants This' Review: A Weightless Romance (Variety)

The Netflix sitcom 'Nobody Wants This' stars Kristen Bell and Adam Brody in a weightless romance powered by chemistry and nostalgia.

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'Nobody Wants This' Review: TV's First Great Podcast Rom-com (Vulture)

'Nobody Wants This' is the first show without a murder in it to extract genuine narrative utility from its protagonist being a podcaster, and the first show ...

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'Nobody Wants This' review: Kristen Bell, Adam Brody are electric ... (USA TODAY)

Kristen Bell and Adam Brody are dreamboats in Netflix's "Nobody Wants This," 2024's most romantic show, about a rabbi and an agnostic falling in love.

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'Nobody Wants This' Review: Kristen Bell and Adam Brody Rom ... (Daily Beast)

The Netflix romantic comedy series, which stars the always charming Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, is packed with talent, but it's a pale imitation of better ...

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5 Romance Books With Charming Banter Like Netflix's 'Nobody ... (The New York Times)

Loved 'Nobody Wants This'? You'll Want to Read These Books. These romance novels feature cross-cultural connections, charming banter and plenty of heart.

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Nobody Wants This Review | Actually, Everyone Should Want This (The GATE)

A review of Nobody Wants This, a comedy series starring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody, on Netflix starting Thursday, September 26, 2024.

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Nobody Wants This Mean-Spirited Depiction of Jewish Women in <i ... (TIME)

The new Netflix rom-com presents a "shiksa dream girl" fantasy in which Jewish women are nags, harpies, and obstacles to the central couple's happiness.

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'Nobody Wants This' review: You'll want to root for love (Los Angeles Times)

Netflix's latest rom-com stars the very likable Kristen Bell and Adam Brody as a pair of opposites who fall for each other.

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'Nobody Wants This' Recap, Season 1, Episode 4 (Vulture)

There are worse first dates than going vibrator shopping and talking about your biggest fears. Also, is Morgan low-key sabotaging Sloane and Noah's ...

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The Next Great Rom-Com Is Here, and It Stars Kristen Bell and ... (Slate Magazine)

A raunchy podcast host and a hot, newly single rabbi walk into a lesbian dinner party … stop me if you've heard this one before.

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'Nobody Wants This' Recap, Season 1, Episode 5 (Vulture)

Is this relationship strong enough to withstand the opinions of teenagers? Is such strength even possible?

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Netflix's Nobody Wants This and the Persistent Jewish Stereotype (Glamour)

The Adam Brody and Kristen Bell rom-com series, Nobody Wants This on Netflix, has gotten everyone talking, but not always for the right reasons.

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'Nobody Wants This' Creator Erin Foster Wasn't Thinking 'Too Much ... (Hey Alma)

It's clear from chatting with Erin Foster that she not only adores her Jewish husband, but she's also embraced her identity as a Jewish woman.

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'Nobody Wants This' Cast and Character Guide | Photos (TheWrap)

Kristen Bell and Adam Brody play unlikely lovers in the Netflix romantic comedy series.

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'Megalopolis' Arrives, Adam Brody and Kristen Bell Debut 'Nobody ... (Hollywood Reporter)

Stars Dustin Hoffman, Aubrey Plaza, Nathalie Emmanuel and Giancarlo Esposito joined Francis Ford Coppola (center) at the Megalopolis premiere in NYC on Monday.

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'Nobody Wants This' Recap, Season 1, Episode 7 (Vulture)

Getting drunk at a basketball game will soften even the most hardened personalities, like Esther's. Also, Sasha yelling “Kobe!” before tossing brick after ...

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'Nobody Wants This' (The Beverly Hills Courier)

Joanne and her sister Morgan host a podcast about sex and love and everything in between, but mainly about themselves.

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Should Jews Want Netflix's 'Nobody Wants This?' – Kveller (Kveller)

While the Netflix show leans heavily into the nice-Jewish-man-falls-for-a-shiksa trope, the show also offers some hard truths and some beautiful tributes to ...

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