"Classic Adam Brody moment"— Fans swoon over 'I can handle you' scene from Nobody Wants This

Nobody Wants This is a new romantic comedy series that premiered on Netflix on September 26, 2024. The show explores the growing relationship between an agnostic and a rabbi, showing how they make efforts to come together despite their different ways of life.

In a clip from one of the scenes in the show, the audience appreciated Adam Brody's character Noah. The clip in question is a playful romantic scene between the two leads over a sports coat.

The scene involves Noah reassuring Joanna and putting her insecurities to rest. He assures her that he will not leave after seeing the worst of her, and comforts her by saying "I can handle you" as an affirmation that he means to stay.

Many fans went online to highlight Brody's character's romantic moment with Kristen Bell, who plays Joanne in the show.

Fans pointed out various elements of Brody's performance. One fan reminisced Brody's role as Seth Cohen from The O.C. and wrote:

The Seth Cohen legacy was not lost, as many fans recalled how they grew up with Brody's romantic portrayals over the years:

"one day you’re 14 daydreaming about Adam Brody’s fictional character and next thing you know you’re 34 daydreaming about Adam Brody’s fictional character," a fan wrote.

"adam brody is the perfect romance lead and we have severely underutilized that in the last 10-15 years," said another user.

"Adam Brody healed all the girls who have ever been told they were “too much” when he said this. I cried actually," said a netizen.

Fans also praised the show, which has received positive critical and audience reviews. A netizen said:

"I can finally say that NOBODY WANTS THIS is perfect. A romcom that is actually romance AND comedy. Adam Brody levelling up to a place of hotness that I didn’t think could be possible. A first kiss scene that had me GIDDY!!!!" read a comment about the show.

"natural chemistry between the leads, witty quick dialogue, multiple levels to an amazing supporting cast, absolutely zero slapstick over the top action scenes, real romcom energy is back," wrote a fan.

Me: “Let me check out just the first episode of Nobody Wants This” ... Me six hours later: “What a season,” said a viewer via X.

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What is the storyline of Nobody Wants This?

A still from the Netflix series Nobody Wants This (via @netflix /Instagram)

The show revolves around Joanne and Noah, and their love story. Joanne hosts a successful podcast with her sister, Morgan. The podcast delves into topics around physical intimacy and relationships. Joanne is also agnostic in her beliefs, which she states many times on the show.

On the other hand, Noah is a rabbi who has just broken up with his long-term girlfriend. Noah meets Joanne at a party and they instantly feel a connection. The show explores their story in a light comedic manner after their "meet-cute".

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Who are the cast members of Nobody Wants This?

The cast of the new series features Kristen Bell and Adam Brody in the titular roles. Bell is known popularly for her role as Princess Anna in the Frozen franchise, and Eleanor Shellstrop in The Good Place.

Meanwhile, Brody played the role of Seth Cohen on The O.C. and Freddy Freeman in the Shazam! movies. The full list of the show's main cast includes:

• Kristen Bell as Joanne
• Adam Brody as Noah Roklov
• Justine Lupe as Morgan
• Timothy Simons as Sasha Roklov
• Stephanie Faracy as Lynn
• Tovah Feldshuh as Bina Roklov
• Paul Ben-Victor as Ilan Roklov
• Jackie Tohn as Esther Roklov
• Emily Arlook as Rebecca
• Sherry Cola as Ashley
• Shiloh Bearman as Miriam Roklov
• Stephen Tobolowsky as Rabbi Cohen
• Michael Hitchcock as Henry
• D'Arcy Carden as Ryann
• Ryan Hansen as Kyle
• Leslie Grossman as Rabbi Shira

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Nobody Wants This is now streaming on Netflix.