Linda Cardellini, Abbi Jacobson, Luke Wilson, and Liz Feldman talk about their newest project and its deeper themes.If youre looking for a series that blends laugh-out-loud comedy, mystery, and emotional gut punches, No Good Deed is about to become your next obsession. Helmed by Dead to Me creator Liz Feldman, the show doesnt just deliver jaw-dropping twistsit also weaves in beautifully authentic queer representation that feels long overdue.Home Is Where the Secrets AreFor Feldman, the concept of No Good Deed was born during the pandemic, when the idea of home became more meaningful than ever. Our homes were really the only place we were safe, Feldman shared. I thought, theres a show here in the buying and selling of a house in the aspirations and determination it takes to get what you want.But beneath that premise lies a series packed with layerseach house and each character holds secrets, ambitions, and messy relationships that reflect real, complicated lives.Abbi Jacobsons Leslie: Queer, Determined, and RawAbbi Jacobson, beloved by queer audiences for Broad City, plays Leslie, a driven woman navigating fertility struggles with her wife. Shes so determined to get this house, but shes also figuring out her partnership and what building a family looks like, Jacobson explained. Feldmans writing dives headfirst into the challenges of IVF and loss, experiences drawn from her own life.Im always interested in exploring stories that feel undertold, Feldman said. It was really important to me to show that story in the context of just a show about a bunch of people. Leslies journey grounds the series, offering tender and relatable moments for queer couples who rarely see themselves represented in such nuanced ways.Linda Cardellini: A Queer Icon Back in ActionLinda Cardellinis Margo is, well, a little chaoticand we wouldnt have it any other way. Cardellinis long-standing status as a queer icon was celebrated in the interview, where she graciously acknowledged her role as a gay awakening for many fans. Thank you My pleasure, she smiled.With Margos unpredictable antics and her biting wit, Cardellini delivers the kind of character the queer community cant get enough of: complex, messy, and endlessly entertaining.Found Families, Hot Tubs, and LA DreamsThe series thrives on its diverse ensemble cast, which feels like a slice of Los Angeles life. Whether its Jacobson and her on-screen wife navigating fertility challenges, Ray Romanos everyman contractor, or Lisa Kudrows unexpected comedic magic, No Good Deed crafts a world where every character feels real and resonant.Theyre comedy giants, and they make such a great onscreen couple, Cardellini raved. Its these momentsfunny, awkward, and heartfeltthat elevate the show from a mystery series to something truly special.Why No Good Deed Is for the Queer CommunityBeyond its campy twists and gasp-worthy reveals, the heart of No Good Deed lies in its representation. Feldman, Jacobson, and Cardellini deliver stories that feel deeply relatableespecially to queer audiences. From fertility struggles to the complexities of relationships and chosen families, the show honors LGBTQ+ experiences without ever tokenizing them.As Liz Feldman puts it, No Good Deed has everything: laughs, tears, mystery, and most importantly, a reflection of the queer community that feels authentic and full of heart.No Good Deed is streaming now on Netflix. Watch full interviews with the cast below. More Stories: Linda Cardellini and Liz Feldman on Crafting Complex Queer Characters in No Good DeedDoechii Schools on Bisexuality with Honesty and Grace I think that sexuality is fluidTikToker Reveals Surprising Grindr Wrapped Results, Opens Up About Hookup CultureIs Luigi Mangione Bisexual or Gay? New Details on the CEO Murder SuspectLGBTQ+ Stars and Stories Shine Bright at the 2025 Golden GlobesThe post Linda Cardellini and Liz Feldman on Crafting Complex Queer Characters in No Good Deed appeared first on Gayety.