: It is noted for exploring how people often stay in relationships for secondary reasons—like liking a partner's family—rather than the partner themselves. Production Details Director : Dan Algrant Writer : Michael Patrick King Original Air Date : September 12, 1999 Every 'Sex and the City' Episode Ranked - Rolling Stone
: The episode is often placed in the lower-to-middle tiers of series rankings. Rolling Stone ranked it 75th out of 94 episodes , noting it might be forgettable if not for the guest appearance by Justin Theroux. 15. Shortcomings
" 15. Shortcomings " refers to the fifteenth episode of the second season of , which first aired on September 12, 1999. This installment is frequently remembered for its focus on the "shortcomings" of the characters' romantic partners and Carrie’s attempt to date a promising writer whose family life proves more appealing than his own. Plot Overview : It is noted for exploring how people
: Starts a relationship with Kevin , a divorced father. Her struggle is with the "shortcoming" of being a secondary priority to his child, highlighting her discomfort with his domestic responsibilities. Plot Overview : Starts a relationship with Kevin
In this episode, the four main characters navigate various "shortcomings" in their romantic and personal lives:
: Finds herself in a relationship with a man whose primary "shortcoming" is his lack of hygiene, specifically his refusal to wash his hands after using the restroom. Critical Reception
: Begins dating Vaughn Wysel (played by Justin Theroux), an acclaimed short-story writer. While Carrie is deeply enamored with his "perfect" family—particularly his mother, Wallis (Valerie Harper)—she must contend with Vaughn's struggle with premature ejaculation , a significant physical shortcoming that threatens their relationship.