With such a provocative title, Dying for Sex was always guaranteed to make a splash, at least among viewers who like their entertainment spicy. The fact that the acting is great and the story incredibly moving is a nice bonus.
The series, inspired by true events, resonated with critics and the audience alike. At only eight episodes, it manages to deliver a complete story that will stay with you for a long time. Even so, you might be wondering whether there’s more to come.
On that front, we’re sorry to be a buzzkill.
Dying for Sex Season 2 Release Date
Dying for Sex is a limited series, so there won’t be any more episodes. The plan has always been to tell the story over the course of a single season.
Additionally, the main character’s arc concludes by the time the final end credits roll, so it’s not like the show leaves viewers with unanswered questions.
Dying for Sex Cast
- Michelle Williams as Molly
- Jenny Slate as Nikki
- Rob Delaney as Neighbor Guy
- David Rasche as Dr. Pankowitz
- Jay Duplass as Steve
What Could Happen in Dying for Sex Season 2?
Dying for Sex revolves around Molly, a woman diagnosed with terminal cancer. Realising that she’s about to die without ever having experienced an orgasm with another person, she leaves her marriage behind and embarks on an adventure to get the most out of her remaining time.
What follows is a bittersweet exploration of sexual desire. Dying for Sex is funny, sad, and heartfelt, often at the same time. With her best friend Nikki by her side, Molly does her best to live as authentically as possible, even if she won’t get to do for long.
This is the kind of series that makes viewers think about what they would do in the main character’s shoes. Would they follow her bold lead or settle for what they’ve already got? It’s tricky to answer that question without the stakes, but it doesn’t mean you can’t mull it over.
By the end of the final episode, the audience learns how Molly’s story ends. In that sense, Dying for Sex makes for a satisfying binge, with colourful characters you can’t help but fall for.
Given the conclusion, the only way for Dying for Sex season 2 to happen would be to follow Nikki in the aftermath of season 1, or perhaps make the show an anthology and focus on a similar, yet different story. At the time of writing, however, there aren’t any plans to do either.
Is Dying for Sex Based on a True Story?
Yes, Dying for Sex is inspired by Molly Kochan, who received a Stage IV cancer diagnosis, left her husband, and began an exciting path to self-discovery.
She chronicled her story on the podcast Dying for Sex, which came out in 2020 and quickly became a hit. You can listen to it on all podcast platforms. If you want to dig deeper, you can also read Kochan’s memoir, titled Screw Cancer: Becoming Whole.
