Harsh Vardhan
Seth Rogen, the Canadian-born comedic genius, has left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry with his unique blend of humor, wit, and relatable charm. His career took flight in the late 1990s when he made his first major appearance in the Judd Apatow-created television series ‘Freaks and Geeks.’ This served as a launching pad for Rogen, leading him into a successful trajectory in Hollywood. Rogen’s career reached new heights with memorable roles in films like ‘Knocked Up,’ ‘Superbad,’ and ‘Pineapple Express,’ all of which showcase his exceptional comedic timing and improvisational skills.
Rogen’s distinctive voice also became a fan favorite when he lent it to the endearing character of Pumbaa in Disney’s live-action adaptation of ‘The Lion King.’ Alongside his acting talents, Rogen has earned critical acclaim for his work as a writer, producer, and director, particularly for movies like ‘This Is the End’ and ‘Sausage Party.’ His contributions to comedy have not gone unnoticed, with several award nominations and wins, including Golden Globe nominations for ‘The Disaster Artist.’ Seth Rogen continues to be a beloved figure in the entertainment world, consistently delivering laughter and entertainment to audiences worldwide. Seth Rogen most recently lent his voice to Bepop in ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem,’ and now, let’s take a look at his upcoming projects.
1. Animal Farm (May 1, 2026)
Rogen has lent his voice to Andy Serkis’ animated movie ‘Animal Farm,’ adapted by Nicholas Stoller from C.S. Lewis’ cult novel. The plot centers on a group of farm animals who take up arms against their owners and take control of the farm. Joining Rogen in the voice cast are Serkis, Woody Harrelson, Steve Buscemi, Kieran Culkin, Glenn Close, Jim Parsons, Gaten Matarazzo, Kathleen Turner, Iman Vellani, and Laverne Cox. The movie premiered at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival in June 2025 and will be released on May 1, 2026. You can watch the trailer here.
2. The Invite (June 26, 2026)
Rogen will star alongside Edward Norton, Olivia Wilde, and Penélope Cruz in Wilde’s comedy drama ‘The Invite.’ The story follows Joe and Angela, who don’t have people over often. One night, their mysterious upstairs neighbors come down for dinner. What follows is an evening of unexpected twists and turns, revealing deeply repressed emotions and unexplored sexuality. Penned by Rashida Jones and Will McCormack, it is a remake of the remake of Cesc Gay’s Spanish film ‘The People Upstairs,’ which itself is an adaptation of Cesc Gay’s stage play ‘Els veins de dalt / Los vecinos de arriba.’ ‘The Invite’ premiered at the Eccles Theater as a part of the 2026 Sundance Film Festival in January 2026. It will receive a limited theatrical release on June 26, 2026. You can watch the trailer here.
3. The Studio Season 2 (2026)
Filming is underway for Season 2 of Apple TV+’s ‘The Studio.’ Peter Huyck and Alex Gregory are back as showrunners, with Frida Perez, Seth Rogen, and Evan Goldberg returning as writers. The actors who are most likely to return for Season 2 include Seth Rogen as Matt Remick, Bryan Cranston as Griffin Mill, Kathryn Hahn as Maya Mason, Ike Barinholtz as Sal Saperstei, Chase Sui Wonders as Quinn Hackett, David Krumholtz as Mitch Weitz, and Keyla Monterroso Mejia as Petra. Catherine O’Hara, who plays Patty Leigh, passed away in January 2026. Rogen has stated that her passing will be addressed in Season 2. A release date is awaited.
4. Nobody Wants This Season 3 (2026)
Netflix has renewed the rom-com drama series ‘Nobody Wants This’ for its third season. Rogen was cast in season 2 as Rabbi Neil. In season 2, we saw Joanne (Kristen Bell) and rabbi Noah (Adam Brody) navigate the realities of committing to one another, which for Joanne means grappling with her faith. Production is underway. Details regarding the release are awaited.
5. Invincible Season 5 (2027)
‘Invincible,’ the brainchild of Robert Kirkman, is an adult animated series adapted from the Skybound/Image comic. The story revolves around a teenager grappling with the fact that his father is the world’s mightiest superhero. Following a triumphant debut season and an equally popular ongoing Season 2, the show dropped its highly anticipated Season 3 in February 2025. Seth Rogen lends his voice to the character of Allen the Alien in Season 4, joining an already stellar ensemble cast that boasts the talents of Steven Yeun, JK Simmons, and Sandra Oh in lead roles. Season 4 is ongoing, and Season 5 will arrive in 2027.
6. Babies (TBA)
Rogen will star alongside Anna Kendrick and Dan Stevens in Lauren Miller Rogens’s comedy movie ‘Babies.’ The story, written by Lauren Miller Rogen, centers on Annie (Kendrick) and her husband Aaron (Rogen), a couple grappling with parenthood, who find their lives turned upside down when their friend and her toddler move in after a divorce, giving them an unexpected crash course in raising a child. The cast also includes Kate Berlant, Zach Cherry, Issa Rae, Nikki McKenzie, David Strathairn, Sharon Stone, Ed Helms, Ashley Park, Adam Shapiro, and Brandon Morales. Post-production is underway.
7. The Wrong Girls (TBA)
Rogen will star alongside Kristen Stewart, Alia Shawkat, and Kumail Nanjiani in Dylan Meyer’s stoner comedy movie ‘The Wrong Girls.’ The story, written by Meyer, follows two aimless young women who inadvertently gain telepathic abilities after ingesting an experimental drug. This pits them against dangerous rivals pursuing the same powerful substance. Stewart and Shawkat will play the two women. The cast also includes Tony Hale and LaKeith Stanfield. Post-production is underway, and a release date is eagerly awaited.
8. Tangles: A Story About Alzheimer’s, My Mother and Me (TBA)
An animated feature film directed by Leah Nelson, this one is based on Sarah Leavitt’s eponymous graphic novel. Leavitt adapted her novel for the film with the assistance of Nelson and Trev Renney. The film follows a young woman who is forced to return to her conservation town to care for her mother, whose Alzheimer’s disease is worsening. She has to learn to accept the cruelty of the disease and her family’s imperfections to be the daughter her mother needs. The voice cast includes Rogen, Bowen Yang, Bryan Cranston, Pamela Adlon, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Sarah Silverman, and Abbi Jacobson. The project is currently in its pre-production stage, and we have yet to get any reports of production and release.
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