The second season of New Girl wrapped this week, bringing us an episode that was loaded with Nick and Jess moments — not to mention a badger, a wedding, and "Cotton-Eyed Joe." There's a lot to chew on during the Summer hiatus, so watch us break down the biggest moments from the episode!
Video: The Cutest Nick and Jess Moments From New Girl
The season finale of New Girl airs tonight, and we're hoping for some much-needed resolution to Nick and Jess's relationship status, which is currently up in the air. As we wait for the final episode of season two, we're counting down their cutest moments so far, including their epic kiss and awkward first date. Check 'em out in this episode of The Buzz!
The New Girl Gang Steps Out as Shocking Episode Airs!
Zooey Deschanel showed a bit of skin in a crop top for a New Girl screening in Hollywood last night. She was joined by her costars Max Greenfield, Hannah Simone, Jake Johnson, and Lamorne Morris for the night out, which also included a Q&A session. Their red carpet appearance coincided with the airing of a new episode, which centered on how each character lost their virginity. There was also a big development for the Jess and Nick relationship, Zooey and Jake's characters!
Zooey and her crew are gearing up for their big finale, as well as a whole new season, since Fox renewed the hit show for a third go-around. Many questions still remain to be answered, though, so be sure to check out the pictures from New Girl's season two finale before it airs on May 14.
New Girl Flashback: See Everyone When They Lost Their Virginity!
We've been excited about New Girl's virginity episode ever since the cast told us about it, and the episode is finally airing tonight. But before you tune in, check out the hilarious pictures (there are flashbacks for each character's story), including shots of guest star Dylan O'Brien. And of course, it's always a treat to see Fat Schmidt.
New Girl's Cast Talks Nick and Jess and Their Upcoming Virginity Episode
Last night, the cast of New Girl joined forces for the comedy's PaleyFest panel, where they spilled lots of intel on what's to come throughout the rest of the season. Zooey Deschanel, Hannah Simone, Jake Johnson, Lamorne Morris, and Max Greenfield were all in attendance, as was show creator Liz Meriwether. They presented a sneak peek at next week's episode, which features Jess spilling her guts — unintentionally — to Nick while she's on pain pills. We also learned about a dramatic episode ahead that will spell a bit of a departure for the show and the return of some familiar faces. Check out some of the highlights, but be warned: there are some spoilers ahead!
- On the last-minute nature of Nick and Jess's kiss: Liz and producers said that they've struggled a lot with how to handle Nick and Jess's sexual tension. In fact, Zooey said, the kiss between them was a last-minute addition to the episode, pitched just a few days before it was shot. Jake added: "I think that episode was really well written." He also said he wanted the kiss to happen for a long time!
- On Cece and Schmidt's future: The moderator suggested that Cece and Schmidt are going through a bit of a "rocky patch" after the last episode's proposal. "She's engaged to another man and you call that a bit of a rocky patch? You are a hopeful man," Hannah joked. Max also weighed in: "I really think what we start to do with them is that we realize that both these characters needed to grow up themselves before they could be together. And I think, especially on Schmidt's end, there's a lot of room."
- On moving the show to Chicago for a new episode: "Nick's father passes away," producer Dave Finkel revealed, and the roommates head to Illinois for the funeral. "We're really fortunate that the cast of people are really great comedy actors, but also very good actors, so every now and then we allow ourselves to do something that gets into a little deeper territory than the average sitcom."
- On whether we'll ever learn Schmidt's first name: The producers said they almost revealed Schmidt's name on the last season of the show and had even written it into the script, but decided to cut it out — they wouldn't reveal it to the audience last night. "I like Schmidt. I don't ever want to know what it is," Max said. Jake added: "It's like Cher. It's Schmidt."
To read more about New Girl's future and behind-the-scenes secrets, just keep reading.
Zooey Deschanel and Her Costars Bring New Girl to PaleyFest
Zooey Deschanel got some support from her New Girl costars when the cast attended PaleyFest in LA yesterday. We got a chance to talk to Max Greenfield, who gave us a teaser about his character Schmidt's new love interest and what's in the stars for his relationship with the now-engaged Cece. He said, "I don't know, I really don't know what's happening. We kinda go episode by episode and I'm trying to come to grips with the fact that Cece is doing her thing."
Now that New Girl is preparing to go on hiatus, Zooey has another project on her plate — a new album and a Summer tour with her band, She & Him. She recently released a new single, "Never Wanted Your Love," which features Zooey's trademark vocals over bandmate M. Ward's music. She & Him's tour will kick off on June 13 and last through July 11.
Jake Johnson on Why Friendships Between Men and Women Can Be "Tricky"
Jake Johnson headed back from South by Southwest this week just in time to join his castmates at New Girl's PaleyFest panel tonight. The actor talked to us about premiering his new movie, Drinking Buddies, in Austin and what it has in common with his TV show. He also told us he was surprised by the Nick and Jess kiss earlier this season but had wanted it to happen "for a long time," and shared his own advice for making male-female friendships successful.
Emma Stone to Star in Birdman and More of the Week's Biggest Casting News
Taylor Kitsch, Harrison Ford, and Emma Stone are just a handful of the many stars who have already been confirmed for major upcoming films this week. Stone is teaming up with Zach Galifianakis, Johnny Depp's Transcendence gained a lovely lady, and two of our favorite primetime guys signed on for a buddy comedy. Click through to find out where to find whom next, and keep checking back as we update throughout the week!
New Girl's Jake Johnson Makes Another TV Show Deal
- Jake Johnson will write and direct series The B Team — Vulture
- Maleficent to star more Jolie-Pitts — Zap2it
- Watch a preview of the new Vampire Diaries episode — BuddyTV
- James Cameron announces his next film (not Avatar-related) — HuffPost Entertainment
- Watch a 12-year-old Ryan Gosling talk Mickey Mouse Club — BuzzFeed
- What if sequels had to be realistic? — Cracked
- See Robert Downey Jr. in new pictures of Iron Man 3 — Rotten Tomatoes
- Reimagine these classic rom-coms as horror movies — NextMovie
- Get a new look at Life of Pi — Moviefone
- How did the debate do in the ratings? — The Hollywood Reporter
- Get these nostalgic '90s apps — GeekSugar
- Jake Johnson will write and direct series The B Team — Vulture
- Maleficent to star more Jolie-Pitts — Zap2it
- Watch a preview of the new Vampire Diaries episode — BuddyTV
- James Cameron announces his next film (not Avatar-related) — HuffPost Entertainment
- Watch a 12-year-old Ryan Gosling talk Mickey Mouse Club — BuzzFeed
- What if sequels had to be realistic? — Cracked
- See Robert Downey Jr. in new pictures of Iron Man 3 — Rotten Tomatoes
- Reimagine these classic rom-coms as horror movies — NextMovie
- Get a new look at Life of Pi — Moviefone
- How did the debate do in the ratings? — The Hollywood Reporter
- Get these nostalgic '90s apps — GeekSugar
Jake Johnson on Playing a Jerk and New Girl's Next Season
Jake Johnson has become one of our favorite characters on TV as Nick on New Girl, but the actor and comedian is branching out with his movie career with his latest big-screen project, Safety Not Guaranteed, hitting theaters this weekend. We met up with Jake at a recent press day for the film in LA to talk about his not-so-nice character in the film, working with his multitalented costars Aubrey Plaza and Mark Duplass, and what's in store for Nick on next season of his FOX hit. Hint: we haven't seen the last of Nick's ex-girlfriend Caroline! Check out our interview with Jake and find Safety Not Guaranteed in select cities beginning June 8.




