Linda Cardellini, Abbi Jacobson, Luke Wilson and Liz Feldman discuss their latest project and its deeper themes.
Looking for a series that combines hilarious comedy, mystery, and an emotional gut punch? no good deeds is about to become your next obsession. led dead to me According to creator Liz Feldman, the show not only brings surprising twists, but also weaves in beautiful and authentic queer representation that feels long overdue.
Home has secrets
For Feldman, no good deeds was born in the midst of a pandemic, where the concept of “home” has more meaning than ever before. “Home was really the only safe place for us,” Feldman said. “I realized that buying and selling a home reflects the desire and determination it takes to get what you want.”
But beneath that premise is a series packed with layers, with each house and each character filled with secrets, ambitions, and messy relationships that reflect the complexities of real life.
Abbi Jacobson’s Leslie: Queer, Determined, and Raw
Abbi Jacobson loved by queer audiences broad citywill play Leslie, a driven woman who is going through infertility treatments with her wife. “She’s very determined to get this house, but she’s also thinking about what it would be like to build her own partnership and family,” Jacobson explained. Feldman’s writing deals squarely with the challenges of IVF and loss, experiences drawn from her own life.
“I’m always interested in exploring stories that I feel don’t get told often,” Feldman said. “It was very important to me to show that story in the context of just a show about a bunch of people.” Leslie’s journey is the backbone of the series, and it’s important for us to see ourselves represented in such a subtle way. provides a tender and empathetic moment for queer couples we rarely see.
Linda Cardellini: Queer icon back in action
Linda Cardellini’s Margo is, well, a bit chaotic, but I wouldn’t have it any other way. In the interview, Cardellini’s longstanding status as a queer icon was praised, and she graciously acknowledged her role as a gay awakening for many of her fans. “Thank you…I’m glad,” she smiled.
With Margo’s unpredictable antics and biting wit, Cardellini provides a complex, messy, and forever funny character that the queer community will never tire of.
Found family, hot tubs, and LA dreams
The series thrives on a diverse ensemble cast that feels like a part of Los Angeles life. Whether it’s Jacobson and his on-screen wife navigating the challenges of infertility, Ray Romano’s run-of-the-mill contractor, or Lisa Kudrow’s unexpected comedic magic; no good deeds Create a world where every character feels real and resonant.
“They’re giants of comedy and such a great on-screen couple,” Cardellini raved. Funny, awkward, and heartwarming, these moments are what elevate this show from a mystery series to something truly special.
Beyond its creepy twists and breathtaking developments, no good deeds It’s in the expression. Feldman, Jacobson, and Cardellini deliver a story that deeply resonates with queer audiences in particular. From infertility issues to the complexities of relationships and chosen families, the show honors the LGBTQ+ experience without ever tokenizing it.
As Liz Feldman says, no good deeds It’s all about laughter, tears, mystery, and most importantly, an authentic and heartfelt reflection of the queer community.
no good deeds is now streaming on Netflix.
Check out the full interview with the cast below.
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