Sex and the City: 5 Unmissable Episodes on Netflix

At last, Sex and the City has arrived on Netflix, bringing with it all the charm and magic of the celebrated TV series. Since it first aired in 1998, this beloved and innovative HBO production has captivated audiences around the world. Now, thanks to Netflix, you can relive the adventures of Carrie Bradshaw and her friends in the world of fashion, relationships and sex. In this article, we will introduce you to five must-see episodes of Sex and the City to watch on Netflix.

1. “They Shoot Single People, Don’t They?” (Season 2, Episode 4)

In this episode, titled “They Shoot Single People, Don’t They?”, Carrie Bradshaw experiences every single person’s nightmare when she becomes the victim of a trap. Stanford offers her the opportunity to appear in a magazine article, apparently titled “Single and Fabulous!” Carrie enthusiastically accepts, but later discovers that the article is titled “Single and Fabulous?” and that her messy, tragic image appears on the cover as a warning rather than a celebration of the single lifestyle.

This episode is a classic Sex and the City. Sarah Jessica Parker perfectly portrays Carrie’s self-destructive descent after the magazine incident, while the other three characters deal with their fear of being alone in different but consistent ways with their personalities. However, it is mainly a showcase for Parker, who gives one of her best performances in the series, as Carrie has to face the reality of her situation and make the best of it. The episode ends on a classic note that being single does not mean being alone, and while the idea may not be revolutionary, it is undoubtedly rewarding.

“Ex and the City” (Season 2, Episode 18) 2.

The season 2 finale, “Ex and the City,” is all about Carrie’s dismissal of her past. After discovering that Big is engaged to his girlfriend of 25 years, Natasha, Carrie deals with the situation in her own unique style. Meanwhile, Charlotte reconciles with a lost love, Miranda sleeps with Steve for the first time since their breakup, and Samantha meets Mr. Too Big.

The girls’ stories move from the funny to the poignant, but this episode is once again about Carrie. The discovery that the great love of her life is ready to marry someone else leads her to ask the question that burns inside her, “Why wasn’t it me?” The episode includes one of the most memorable scenes in the series, in which Carrie, Miranda and Charlotte sing Barbra Streisand’s “The Way We Were” before culminating in what should have been the final goodbye between Big and Carrie.

“Ex and the City” is one of the rare episodes in which Carrie shows growth as a character, although this growth proves short-lived considering the relationship she embarks on with Big in season three. Nevertheless, this episode remains one of the high points of her evolution as a character and one of the most unforgettable episodes of one of HBO’s all-time best series.

“The Real Me” (Season 4, Episode 2) 3.

Season 4 begins in the best possible way, putting Carrie to the test. After a birthday party from hell in the first episode, Carrie suffers another humiliation in the second episode, “The Real Me.” When she receives an invitation to walk the runway of a prestigious fashion house, Carrie is hesitant to accept. After a series of convincing, she finally decides to participate, but during the show she trips and falls while walking in very high heels. Meanwhile, Samantha wants to have nude photos taken to celebrate her body, Miranda dates an attractive gym instructor, and Charlotte confronts her insecurities.

“The Real Me” is an ode to self-acceptance and self-love. Each girl faces and overcomes a unique fear, emerging stronger, though not necessarily wiser. Carrie, of course, stars in one of the most embarrassing but memorable scenes of the series; in fact, the image of her falling down the catwalk has become synonymous with her chaotic character and the show itself. However, Charlotte also gets a wonderful story that adds depth to her character beyond the perfect Upper East Side facade. Samantha, on the other hand, delivers a hilarious storyline, and the incredible Kim Cattrall elevates her further with her unique blend of confidence and humor.

4. “I Heart NY” (Season 4, Episode 18)

If you’ve ever wanted to know what episode the famous phrase “Hello, lover” comes from, here’s the answer: “I Heart NY.” Carrie utters this phrase referring, as always, to a pair of shoes; unlike what you might think, however, these are not Manolo Blahnik shoes, but Christian Louboutin shoes. “I Heart NY” focuses on Carrie and Big’s farewell after he announces he is leaving New York. Samantha begins to suspect that Richard is cheating on her, Charlotte tries to get back into dating after her split from Trey, and Miranda prepares to give birth to her baby.

“I Heart NY” showcases the show’s fifth main character: New York City. The goodbye between Carrie and Big is touching, but the episode really shines because of Miranda’s storyline. Despite not being a perfect friend, Carrie stands by Miranda’s side as she welcomes Brady into the world instead of spending the night with Big. This is one of Carrie’s best moments as a friend.

Samantha’s storyline is also funny, with Cattrall deftly balancing the comedy of Samantha donning a Raquel Welch wig to follow Richard and her pain in confirming her worst fears. “I Heart NY” is a perfect season finale; it is witty, emotional without being sentimental, and bittersweet enough to make you sad that one chapter is ending but excited that another is beginning.

5. “The Ick Factor” (Season 6, Episode 14)

Season 6 is a lengthy farewell to the show, with storylines that force characters to grow up before facing new challenges. “The Ick Factor” features two major developments that fit into this context: Miranda marries Steve and Samantha discovers she has breast cancer. Meanwhile, Carrie finds herself frustrated by Aleksandr Petrovsky’s grand gestures of romance, which include composing a melody for her and reading poetry in front of the fireplace.

“The Ick Factor” is largely an Emmy episode for Cynthia Nixon, who won an Emmy for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series in 2004. The episode is a testament to Miranda’s brilliance as a character as she embraces tradition on her own terms. Cattrall also makes Samantha’s diagnosis touching, turning a storyline that might seem manipulative into something truly resonant.

As for Carrie, her overreactions to Petrovsky’s idea of romance, which even lead her to faint, are almost as annoying as the gestures themselves. However, the episode wisely devotes as much time to the other girls as to Carrie. “The Ick Factor” is a reinterpretation of the very idea of romance for the new millennium and proof that, at its peak, Sex and the City had a pulse on pop culture like no other TV show.

Now you can finally enjoy all the episodes of Sex and the City on Netflix and immerse yourself once again in the glamorous and glamorous world of the adventures of Carrie, Samantha, Miranda and Charlotte. Grab your popcorn, sit back comfortably and be transported to a city full of love, laughter and fashion!

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