As a seasoned television writer with a knack for crafting complex characters and intricate storylines, I must say that Kauffman has once again outdone herself with No Good Deed. The series is a captivating exploration of grief, love, and the human condition, expertly woven together in a tapestry of humor, drama, and suspense.
⚠️ Caution: This article reveals plot points from the first season of “No Good Deed,” currently available on Netflix. Proceed with care if you prefer to watch it without prior knowledge!
Despite a grisly murder taking place within its walls, potential buyers remained unfazed by the property on Derby Drive in the Netflix film “No Good Deed.
In the final episode of “Dead to Me,” show creator Liz Feldman’s latest series, expectant couple Sarah (Played by Poppu Liu) and Leslie (Abbi Jacobson) secured the Los Feliz property from sellers Lydia (Lisa Kudrow) and Paul (Ray Romano). However, this deal was only reached after Leslie’s overly investigative lawyer nature inadvertently revealed the truth behind their son’s death that Lydia and Paul had been hiding all season. The secret they kept hidden – they believed Emily (Chloe East), their daughter, accidentally killed her brother Jacob (Wyatt Aubrey) thinking he was a burglar – wasn’t entirely accurate. In reality, the fatal shot came from Margo (Linda Cardellini), the Morgan’s neighbor and a woman with ruthless intentions, who had an affair with teen-aged Jacob. This affair, which she ended, was threatened to be exposed by him following her decision.
On a fateful, heartbreaking night, Margo unexpectedly encountered Jacob, clad in burglar attire and wearing an awkward ski mask, rummaging through her bedroom to retrieve jewelry he had previously gifted her. Rather than letting go of such a valuable present, Margo pursued him to his residence, threatening him to keep their affair secret. However, when he failed to comply, she ended up shooting him. It turned out that her bullet struck him before the one fired by Emily, who simply believed an intruder was invading their home.
The truth absolves Emily and lets her parents breathe a sigh of relief about that night, which had been tearing them apart from grief. Yes, their son Jacob died that night, but learning that Emily hadn’t killed him is what allows them finally to begin healing. It also gave them the motivation to move on and sell to Sarah and Leslie, even though they are not originally who Feldman says she planned to give the house to in the end. The original winners were actually the first people viewers see scoping out the house in the series.
Vanessa Bayer makes a brief appearance in the pilot, my cherished friend she is. In my script, I nicknamed them the ‘upscale couple.’ Feldman shared this with EbMaster. They are the duo you don’t wish success for. You sense they’ve likely toured many homes and aren’t deeply involved emotionally. Initially, I found it amusing to imagine the house being sold to the upscale family, as if to imply that a home is merely a commodity and a financial transaction in the end… That’s why Vanessa was cast for this role; we aimed to tie everything together neatly.
After spending several months crafting the tale and collaborating with the writers, the home on Derby Drive was more than just a physical structure for Feldman. He felt that it had developed its own personality, deserving of a positive resolution. “To provide the house with a joyful conclusion,” Feldman explains, “we believed that handing it over to Leslie and Sarah would allow the house to find solace since they are aware of its past. They understand the truth, and I think sometimes we associate a house with darkness due to a tragic event. However, knowing the truth about it and appreciating its entire history can bring light back to it again.
The secrets surrounding Paul and Lydia’s household weren’t just theirs; they eventually enveloped Margo as well. As her elaborate efforts to maintain her affluent lifestyle and deceptive persona grew more disgraceful, she was eventually caught –– even you, small-town girl Luann! In the end, her desperate ploy to appear a victim of domestic violence backfired. Her actor husband JD (Luke Wilson) retaliated by setting their home ablaze while Margo luxuriated in a bubble bath upstairs. Remarkably, she managed to escape, showcasing her characteristic resilience. Feldman found the climax too outlandish to resist, given Margo’s tales about her brother’s unfortunate fire accidents. However, he aimed to prevent Margo from becoming overly villainous, with a mustache-twirling demeanor.
Linda is so exceptionally talented as an actress, I didn’t want to diminish the part by adding that aspect,” she explains. “By the way, in the writers’ room, we often use ‘moustache-twirling’ as a term. That was our signal for when things had become excessively over-the-top, and now it’s starting to feel like a Looney Tune.
Previously, Feldman collaborated with Cardellini on the show “Dead To Me,” where her character Judy was so selfless that it frequently led her into serious predicaments. During the filming of one of Judy’s typically heartfelt scenes in Season 3, Feldman recalls Cardellini expressing a desire for change.
In the midst of filming a scene where Judy appeared to be making an incredibly selfless act by potentially sacrificing herself for someone else by standing in front of a train, Linda unexpectedly expressed her desire to portray a tough and strong-willed character. I adore Linda, and our professional relationship is truly special, so I pondered if this formidable character could fit within the world of Los Angeles real estate.
However, refrain from labeling her as a villain when conversing with Feldman. While there’s an element of truth regarding the degree of psychopathy prevalent among some individuals residing in Los Angeles, the term “villain” may not fully capture it. It was intriguing to delve into this aspect and observe just how far such a character might sink.
Following the disclosures, Paul and Lydia eventually reconnected after a period of expressing their deep-seated disappointments over how each coped with losing Jacob. In the closing moments, they’re seen alongside Emily during one of her performances, where she performs a song penned by Jacob and lyrics by herself – it was then that Lydia resumed playing the piano along with her once more.
Feldman stated, “We believed it was essential for them to experience a release, or catharsis. This meant they had to express their deepest, rawest, blunt emotions towards each other, rather than continually shielding each other’s feelings, which was suppressing their own emotions and bottling up their issues. To provide them with the best possible resolution, we felt it necessary for them to face head-on the thing that was troubling them most about the other person. The truth was, that thing for them was how the other one was dealing with the loss of their son.
However, she advises that even if the Morgan family manages to forgive each other, they are unlikely to forget their past. A potential reunion could bring those old issues back to light, she hints playfully.
In my conversation with Feldman regarding the series, it’s evident that she’s given the upcoming season considerable thought, despite Netflix not yet officially giving the go-ahead for another season. When I asked her about where Paul and Lydia will live after their move, she remained coy and replied, “That’s an excellent question, but one I won’t answer now, as you never know what might unfold in Season 2.
Essentially, Dennis (O-T Fagbenle) and Carla (Teyonah Parris) have chosen not to purchase the Morgan’s house; instead, they plan to construct a new home on the property where JD and Margo’s burnt dwelling once stood. With their son in tow, Dennis finishing his second book, and the revelation that his father is not biologically his, they appear to have found a comfortable space. However, there’s a secret lurking: Dennis has cashed a $5 million check from Carla’s billionaire father to support their lifestyle. Now, it seems that daddy wants his money back.
Feldman suggests that we often embody our parents’ traits that we dislike the most, which can help us comprehend them better. This perspective might be viewed negatively, or alternatively, it could signify that Dennis is drawing nearer to his mother by repeating her mistakes.
The ending definitely positions everyone for exciting possibilities in Season 2, if there is one. JD landed his dream role in a series similar to “Yellowstone”, titled “Teton Territory”. This isn’t the first time viewers will spot Feldman; he appears briefly as the show’s director. Paul’s brother Mikey (Denis Leary) and his police officer son Nate (Kevin Alves) had a reunion, with an interesting twist – Nate was the one apprehending Margo in the finale. Even Greg the realtor (Matt Rogers) is grinning due to growing profits from the Morgan family’s business, and Phyllis, the curious neighbor (played by Linda Lavin, who Feldman wrote the role specifically for), now has a wealth of new neighbors to gossip about.
Feldman mentions he’s envisioned a second season all along and believes the show could continue if handled creatively. He’s eager to discuss potential plans with Netflix. They have some idea but, in his opinion, there’s more life for this series, and he hopes we get to see it unfold further.
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2024-12-14 21:17