Nobody Wants This is a romantic comedy starring Kristen Bell, Adam Brody, and Justine Lupe, which has captured the attention of audiences across the globe. The show is available for streaming on Netflix and follows the evolving relationships between Joanne, an outspoken podcaster, and Noah, an unconventional rabbi.
What’s drawing the most attention and love is the fact that the show is based on the real-life story of the creator, Erin Foster, and her husband, Simon Tikhman. From how they first met to the infamous sunflower moment, much of the show mirrors the couple’s true love story.
The plot of the show on IMDb reads as below:
Follows the unexpected relationship between a rogue rabbi and an irascible, loud, agnostic woman.
Is Nobody Wants This based on a true story?
Nobody Wants This is indeed based on a true story. The series draws from the real-life romance of Erin Foster and Simon Tikhman, with Erin using her personal experiences to shape the show’s script. The 10-episode Netflix series takes much of its strength from the real lives of the couple.
The show features Joanne (Bell) and Noah (Brody), two individuals who are completely different—Joanne, an outspoken podcast host, and Noah, a traditional rabbi.
They meet at a party and, despite their differences, feel an undeniable connection. At the time, Noah had recently broken up with his Jewish girlfriend, Rebecca. He and Joanne start getting along, leading to a friendly dinner and eventually sharing a kiss.
A series of events unfolds, from Noah revisiting his ex to meeting Joanne’s mother. The show is an emotional rollercoaster, making it a perfect weekend binge-watch.
Exploring the background of Nobody Wants This
The show has several resemblances to the real-life couple. For instance, in an episode titled "The Ick," Simon meets Erin’s mother with a huge bouquet of sunflowers—a moment that mirrors a real-life event. Erin recalled this in an interview with Vulture:
"The flowers were so long, and they kept falling over. Sitting there, I was like, Well, if someone cares this much, then that feels like a weakness."
The sunflower incident was also common between the show and the real-life love story. Just like Noah, Simon also did not let the relationship fall apart over the sunflowers. In an interview, Erin once said to Vulture:
Simon was like, 'Get over it. I'm supposed to care what your parents think because I want to marry you.' I was so in love with him at that moment.
Nobody Wants This was first announced on March 1, 2023, and on May 15, 2023, the official release date of September 26, 2024, was revealed. The 10-episode series is now available for streaming on Netflix.
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