Adam Brody Praises Seth Rogen’s Energy in ‘Nobody Wants This’ Season 2

LOS ANGELES, CA — Adam Brody spoke about his experience working with Seth Rogen on the second season of the Netflix series Nobody Wants This. In a recent interview, Brody shared insights into the dynamic energy Rogen brought to the set while filming his role as Rabbi Neil.

Brody described working alongside Rogen for the first time as exhilarating. “He just let it rip,” Brody told People. Rogen acted opposite Kate Berlant, who plays Rabbi Cami, and the pair often improvised, creating spontaneous scenes that added depth to the show. “I just got to buckle up and hang on,” Brody said.

In this season, Brody’s character, Rabbi Noah, must navigate his relationship with his agnostic girlfriend Joanne, portrayed by Kristen Bell. They face challenges in their differing beliefs, highlighting Noah’s quest to find a temple that supports Joanne’s spiritual choices. Rogen’s character, a progressive rabbi, is pivotal to this storyline.

Brody referred to Rogen’s character as a “rock ‘n’ roll rabbi,” emphasizing the contrast between Neil’s laid-back approach and Noah’s more traditional views. “He’s incredibly gregarious,” Brody noted, appreciating Rogen’s fit for the role, particularly in how his Jewish identity enhances his performance.

Earlier this year, both Rogen and Brody were nominated for best actor in a comedy series at the 2025 Emmys, showcasing their individual talents in the industry. Rogen plays Matt Remick in The Studio, while Brody shines as Noah in Nobody Wants This.

The season also features a notable guest appearance from Leighton Meester, who plays Abby, a character with a history with Joanne. Brody revealed that the show’s creator, Erin Foster, rewrote parts of the script to allow more interaction between Meester and Brody, which enhances the storyline.

“When [Meester] said yes, I went back into the script,” Foster explained. “I really wanted him to say, ‘She’s not my type,’ which meant a lot to me.”

Season two of Nobody Wants This is now streaming on Netflix, drawing viewers into the complexities of relationships with humor and insight.