History of Nobody Wants This in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: June 2, 2025

Nobody Wants This is an American romantic comedy television series created by Erin Foster, starring Kristen Bell, Adam Brody, Justine Lupe, and Timothy Simons. The show revolves around the unexpected connection between an agnostic woman and an unconventional rabbi. Premiering on Netflix on September 26, 2024, the series garnered positive reviews. It was renewed for a second season in October 2024, with new episodes expected in 2025.

March 1, 2023: Series Greenlit by Netflix

On March 1, 2023, Netflix greenlit a comedy series created by Erin Foster based loosely on Foster's real-life experiences and it was announced that Kristen Bell would have a main role in the series.

March 2023: Bell to Star in Series

In March 2023, it was announced that Kristen Bell was starring in the series "Nobody Wants This".

April 2023: Adam Brody Joins Cast

In April 2023, it was announced that Adam Brody would star in "Nobody Wants This" as Noah, and Bell's character would be called Joanne.

January 2024: Justine Lupe and Timothy Simons Join Main Cast

In January 2024, Justine Lupe and Timothy Simons joined the main cast of "Nobody Wants This" as Morgan and Sasha, and Jackie Tohn, Michael Hitchcock, Paul Ben-Victor, Sherry Cola, Shiloh Bearman, Stephanie Faracy, Tania Raymonde, and Tovah Feldshuh joined as recurring cast.

May 15, 2024: Series Title and Release Date Announced

On May 15, 2024, the series was given the title "Nobody Wants This" and a release date of September 26, 2024, on Netflix was announced.

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May 2024: Emily Arlook Replaces Tania Raymonde

In May 2024, it was announced that Emily Arlook had replaced Tania Raymonde in the role of Rebecca in "Nobody Wants This".

September 26, 2024: Series Premiere

On September 26, 2024, "Nobody Wants This", starring Kristen Bell, Adam Brody, Justine Lupe, and Timothy Simons, premiered on Netflix and received positive reviews from critics.

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October 10, 2024: Series Renewed for Second Season

On October 10, 2024, Netflix renewed "Nobody Wants This" for a second season, with Jenni Konner and Bruce Eric Kaplan as new showrunners.

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October 2024: Series Renewal

In October 2024, "Nobody Wants This" was renewed for a second season that is due to be released on October 23, 2025.

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February 7, 2025: Second Season Filming Schedule Revealed

On February 7, 2025, at the 30th Critics' Choice Awards, Jackie Tohn revealed that the second season of "Nobody Wants This" is scheduled to begin filming on March 3, 2025.

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February 2025: Tohn Promoted and New Guest Stars Cast

In February 2025, Tohn was promoted as a series regular on "Nobody Wants This" while Leighton Meester and Miles Fowler were cast to guest star for the second season.