Seth Rogen Has ‘No Plans’ to Work With James Franco Again and Says They Haven’t Spoken in a ‘Long Time’

Seth Rogen stated in an interview with The New York Times this week that he has had no contact with James Franco for an extended period and has no intention of collaborating with him professionally in the future. When questioned about the status of their relationship following allegations of sexual misconduct made against Franco, Rogen indicated that he believes the situation is complex. He acknowledged that he has not spoken to Franco since the allegations surfaced, which were first reported in 2019. Rogen, who previously worked with Franco on multiple projects including the films "Pineapple Express" and "This Is the End," expressed that he has been processing the situation and its implications. He did not elaborate further on the specific nature of his thoughts regarding the allegations or Franco's subsequent legal proceedings. The interview focused on Rogen's current professional endeavors, including his work in the cannabis industry and his upcoming projects.