I am Lizzy Caplan. Ask me things. About things.

hi lizzy. you're super attractive and i'm going to watch the shit out of save the date tonight. can you let me meet alison brie and all the other super babes at NBC shows so i can make out with all of you?

edit: highest upvotes because i like beautiful women. i like it.

Yes, Alison says she will be over in 20 with Rashida and Gillian.

Hey Lizzy. I sat next to you during the Piranha 3D premiere. I'm Adams nephew. I always thought you were the coolest and was super nervous to sit next to you. you were really nice. I dont have a question i just like you as an actress and a person.

oh i remember you! you are a dynamite kisser, young man

Please marry me. I have nothing to offer, but I bought the Party Down DVDs.

Sometimes that's all it takes.

How many people have said they have a giant lesbian crush on you? How many were quoting Mean Girls?

How much fun was Mean Girls to make?

Oh weird, that is a line from Mean Girls. And here I thought I had crazy lesbian game. It was more fun than a pillow fight.

Lizzy Caplan. I've been waiting TOO long for this moment, lady. I need an answer - what the hell happened to The Class!?

It got cancelled. I thought nobody noticed except the 8 of us in the cast.

Hi Lizzy! Just wanted to say you were awesome in Party Down. Can you tell us anything about the rumored movie?

Also, what's it like working with Adam Scott?

We have high hopes for the Party Down movie, but everybody went ahead and got super busy since its cancellation. So i'm not sure when it will go down...but I'm confident it WILL go down.

How was your experience on Freaks and Geeks?

i was very young and stupid when I did that show. So i mostly sat quivering in the corner...too afraid to talk to anybody. I take zero credit for how awesome that show it...but i milk it for cred often and aggressively.

Did you befriend Martin Starr on Freaks and Geeks before Party Down?

Martin and I have actually known each other since 2nd grade. For reals. He kissed my friend on the butt during story time. Also for reals.

Finding party down on Netflix was a revelation for me ... how do you feel about the developing cycle where shows debut, fail, get on netflix, then suddenly become popular?

Also, have Ms. Brie get you on Mad Men, you would have a very cool look for that era/on that show.

I think we are in a new world, with the internet and whatnot. I fear change...but it's never gonna go back to the way it was before. So we may as well embrace it. Plus lots more people are able to produce content these days. So, let's just call it a great thing.

And thanks! I'm doing a show called Masters of Sex next year, and it takes place in roughly the same era...

Now that you are all sister-sister with Ms. Brie, can you please work your way into Community? Would that interest you?

it would, indeed

You drank a ton of prop blood while playing Amy Burley on True Blood. What was it made of? Did you ever worry about its caloric density?

i believe it's made of corn syrup. it has since become the cornerstone of every nutritious breakfast i've had.

Can I live in your extra bedroom?

$550/month

What's the wi-fi situation like?

strong

I don't have a question, but i wanted to say that was pretty awesome when your character in Cloverfield exploded.

I don't have an answer. But it was pretty awesome when you did that too.

Will you marry me? I've got a two-for-one coupon at Chili's, and my buddy Dave will give us a discount on a honeymoon suite at any Motel 6 in the continental US.

Yeah, ok.

fuck marry kill: adam scott, craig robinson, rob corddry

go!

Fuck craig---obvs Marry Rob---mainly bc I'd get to see his wife regularly when she's dropping off the kids Kill Adam--it must be done.

I hated watching you explode.

That's not what she said.

My girlfriend wants to have a sexual relationship with you, so could you just BACK. OFF. ELIZABETH.

Sort of sounds like this doesn't concern you, brother.

You're my favorite thing! I saw you in Target once and immediately wanted to tell you that, then I blushed and ran away to buy snacks. You have incredible taste in projects...What are some current shows you're a big fan of and would love to appear in? And follow up: Once the show I'm writing gets picked up- you'll be the lead in it, yes?!

Good thing you didn't, I was actually planning on robbing the Target that day, but I left my pistol in the car. So i would have been in a bad mood. I am a little late to the party...but I've only recently started burning through Mad Men. Apparently, that show is incredible. And yes, please send contracts via Reddit message board

I attended Hamilton High School for a while and I saw that you had attended there as well. Which of the magnets did you attend? What was your experience there? And is that actually your name on the soccer championships banner in the P.E. gym? I noticed one day that one of them said "Elizabeth Caplan" and I immediately made the connection.

I'm a big fan by the way! You're one of the most versatile and talented actors I know of and it feels like you're something totally different in everything I see you in. Good luck with the film, I'll definitely be checking it out!

Hey, go yankees! (i've never said that before, felt nice) That's me on the soccer banner. FINALLY somebody recognizes a true accomplishment. I was in the music academy. It was a pretty great place to go to high school. except for the fences...very hard to climb over.

What was it like working on New Girl?

Like a slow drowning. If drowning was fun.

Hi! My best friend and I are huge fans of you, especially your role in Party Down. He fell asleep because he is a wuss and can't stay awake till 7am like I can (Australian timezones).

What is your opinion of Australia? Do you have any plans to visit down under?

I find you to be a very attractive people. Draw a dick on your friend's face.

I'm always interested in the way A list celebs treat smaller, indie actors who are almost always more beloved or quite frankly, more talented, then they are. Have you had any strange interactions with A-listers or other hollyweirdos that you'd like to share?

One day, if we find ourselves running into each other drunk at a little bar on the beach in Costa Rica, I will answer this question honestly.

What's Alison Brie like in real life?

P.S. Love you in everything you're in...can't wait for the Party Down movie!

She has the body of a goat, but the head of princess. And she smells like flowers the day before they go bad. And she's a genius actress and a wonderful human.

What was it like partying with The Gutte?

EPIC

Please please please story?

Ripped physique Clingy, silken fabrics hugging said physique You do the math

As part of a comedy scene increasingly populated by combo writer/director/actors do you have any interest in writing or directing yourself? Do you want a Louie deal? I'm giving them out.

Well, if you're giving them out... Yes, I do have interest in writing and directing...but I'm far too lazy and scared to actually attempt those things. Perhaps when I'm older and my red hair starts to fall out, I will gain the confidence needed.

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I sleep 10 hours a night. Upside down. And I eat cat flesh.

Concerning food: Would you want to live in a world without cheese?

Depends. Was there cheese and then it was taken away? Or has there never been cheese?

Concerning trivia: What's a scientific fact you know that few people are aware of?

If you are being attacked by an alligator, hold his jaws together with everything you've got. Bc their jaws are only strong when they are biting down, not opening up.

What's it like working with Martin Starr? And is he aware that he has this Superman/Clark Kent thing when he takes off his glasses?

I do not believe that he is aware. Which just adds to the appeal. His body looks as if it were carved from marble (and steel)

Hey Lizzy, huge fan of you and Party Down! I also loved Bachelorette- what was it like getting to work with such awesome ladies as Kirsten Dunst, Isla Fisher, and Rebel Wilson?

It was like my 16th birthday every minute of every day. But with less vomiting and tears.

What do you think of us? You gonna hang around after the AMA, be the next Zach Braff?

no i am signing off in 5 minutes. but i promise to try to live life in the spirit of zach braff every single day

How did you like Austin, you were here with the rest of the Party Down cast a year ago?

We all LOVED Austin. That BBQ is no fucking joke.

During the filming of Cloverfield, how much were you interacting with things that weren't actually there (e.g. the subway tunnel chase scene)? Did you find it challenging to imagine there being frightening creatures in the scene with you?

I tend to live my life thinking there are frightening invisible creatures lurking behind every corner. So it was pretty easy.

Lizzy, I <3 you. What is your favorite type of cereal, yogurt, and juice?

Frosted mini wheats blended with blueberry yogurt until it becomes juice

I loved your short Successful Alcoholics with TJ Miller! Thats all.

hey, i did too! more people should watch that thing. here ya go: http://www.funnyordie.com/videos/a5c1f2716c/successful-alcoholics

Is there any chance of you reprising your SHIELD role in the future? Possibly on the ABC series?

I suppose a guest starring role is always possible. But I have a show coming out in 2013 on Showtime called Masters of Sex that is very similar. Minus the aliens and superheroes and comic book aspect.

Did you really say Quacktastic in your yearbook quote?

wow...i think i did?

Hi Lizzy, what first made you want to get into acting?

College seemed like way too much of a time suck.

I'm imagining you typing with the knife.

then you would be imagining reality

On the rare occasion when you're not being sarcastic do you find that people typically still assume you are, or do you kick into serious business voice?

i only use a serious business voice. still never fucking works.

Big fan, Lizzy. Where do you see your career going in the next 5-10 years? Major starring roles? And how is the Party Down movie coming along?

As long as it doesn't go down the toilet...I'll be happy. I's love to star on a Disney tv show, but they keep telling me that's not an option

Lightning Round: Fave snack? Fave uber-violent film? Fave Book or last one you read? Current toenail color? Weather wherever you are? Plans for this evening? Pets? Vices? Have you ever killed a man?

1. hot dog nachos
2. history of violence?
3. outliers (late to the party, i know)
4. blue
5. rainy and gloomsville
6. popping bottles, putting super models in the cab
7. fat-as-shit cat
8. bath salts and snuff films
9. not this week

Did Alison rap on set often, and can we expect said raps on a DVD sometime?

Love Party Down; can't wait for the movie.

Yes she did. It's impressive. I served as her hype man. Less impressive, sure. But a job that must be done.

How handsome is Tom Welling?

SUPER handsome hahahahahahahhahahahhahahha. pretty good, huh?

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Sara in Save the Date! Go see for yourself!

What's the pancake lady like in real life?

a whore

Can you talk a little bit about the difficulty of finding good female lead roles? "Save The Date," even in terms of indie filmmaking, is few and far between.

I must say, since Bridesmaids kicked all kinds of ass, i've noticed there have been far more good female roles. It used to be way more soul-crushing to be an actress. Now everybody is willing to entertain the notion that women are funny. Suckers.

Hi Lizzy! I absolutely loved you and T.J Miller in Successful Alcoholics. Have you seen the trailers for the movie Smashed with Mary Elizabeth Winstead and Aaron Paul? It's basically Successful Alcoholics but not funny.

I'm really excited for that movie!

Do you think social media (facebook, twitter etc) are a positive thing in general and for actors (and other various celebrities) to have? If your answer is yes...would you join?

I think it's positive for many. Negative for many as well. I don't have twitter or facebook or any of those HERE'S WHAT IM UP TO things, bc i prefer people to always imagine me galloping through a meadow that's on fire, atop a wild, white steed. Not yknow, frustrated in line at the supermarket.

How often do you hang out with the people from Party Down?

Enough that it feels like the show is still happening. Pathetic?

Favorite movie of all time?

MASH, Postcards from the Edge, Annie Hall and too many more I don't believe in choosing favorites Except for people. You are my favorite.

Is Schmidt from the new girl as douchey in real life as his character?

Scale of 1-awesome how badass do you rate yourself

No, he is the opposite of douchey. Jake Johnson on the other hand.... I'll leave that rating to you, best friend

What was your favorite episode of Party Down to shoot?

GUTEGUTEGUTE

AHH YOU'RE AWESOME. Can you talk a little bit about how you got involved in Save the Date?

I read the script, and fell in love with its honesty and humor. And then I met with the writer/director Michael Mohan and he didn't annoy me...that was pretty much it. It's a really good movie...if you like films like Reality Bites and Singles and are mad that people don't make movies like that so much anymore..then this one is for you!

was michael mohan the one who got you to do this AMA? i tried to bribe him with on demand rentals to get you to come do an AMA, i was just wondering if it actually worked.

*edit: link

he is the one who made me do it he is sitting across from me right now, forcing me to stay at the computer, samurai sword in hand, kitten in lap.

Hello ma'am,

Who are your favorite stand up comics?

TJ miller, Nick Kroll, Tig Notaro, Louis CK, Andy Kindler are the first ones to come to mind

How was it working with the cast on New Girl?

Lovely. Utterly.

Lizzy- First off, huge fan. I'm renting Save the Date tonight On Demand, very exciting. Two part question: 1. Who was your favorite all time character to play? 2. What character are you most like in real life? I hope you get to answer this! PS- we have the same birthday, nbd.

WOOHOO! Everybody should be as smart as you, and download it right away. I really have been fortunate enough to love the vast majority of roles i've played. Which is a boring answer, but true. I can see similarities btw myself and a lot of the characters i've played as well. Except for True Blood. Fucking hippies.

What do you suggest I drink if I'm going to marathon all the episodes of "Party Down"?

Also, according to IMDB you have a cat named Lisa Turtle. True? (If so, do you have any other pets named after 90s sitcom characters?)

THE WORLD WANTS TO KNOW. :)

I suggest you drink Chimay from start to finish. Slowly and deliberately. My cat Lisa Turtle now lives with my sister for reasons too boring to type. But fear not! I still have Colbert, my original cat. But in my own defense, he was given that name when Colbert was merely a correspondent on the Daily Show. I know it's a much lamer name now that Colbert is very famous. This is the longest answer i've posted. And the most spinstery. You're welcome.

Hi Lizzy, what was it like making Successful Alcoholics with TJ Miller? Did you have to stop every few minutes so TJ could scream random shit?

Working with TJ is like trying to harness the power of a thousand suns. Hard, hot, at times impossible and totally mind-blowing.

YOURE MY FAVORITE JEW!!!

thanks! mine's moses.

How does it feel knowing you're the first result on IMDB when typing "Liz" but are nowhere to be found when typing "Li"? Do you hate Liam Neeson for this?

But my real question is: what upcoming project(s) are you most excited about?

I hate him more than you can imagine. Who do you think released the wolves on him in The Grey? THIS GUY

How was your experience with The Class?

How was general reaction when it got cancelled?

Also, Is your character from The Class and you in real life are similar? For some reason I always assumed it like that.

The Class was an amazingly fun show to make. We are all still close friends. It was devastating when it got cancelled. But, i hear the show that replaced us, The Big Bang Theory, does ok

Who would win in the battle of your ex's? Nick Andopolis vs Henry Pollard

Nick is bigger. But man, that would be such an embarrassing brawl.

Big fan, What was it like in Bachelorette to play opposite Adam Scott again? You guys are great together!

Like putting on an old glove that you find in the back of your shed. You know it's old and moldy and there are probably black widows hanging out inside just waiting for you to put your hand in...but you do it anyway bc that glove has really served you well in the past. It really felt a lot like that.

Do you play any video games and if so what are your favorite?

Also if you had only one meal you could eat before you kicked the can and could having anything you wanted what would it be?

What is your favorite television show?

'Splosion Man on Xbox! the other questions are too hard. Ok, McDonalds

You have a career-defining role as a leading character in a global blockbuster film series, and are now financially set for life....

Do you stay active in film & television business or retire to a Gecko/Elderberry farm to live out your days "normally"?

The former. But I replace all bedding, toilet paper, fire kindling with cash money.

That is a fantastic knife. Do you cook often or is it just for show

i filet often

I really admire you and all the work you have done. You're definitely one of my favorites and I get all girl-crush excited when I see you in anything.

What were you like as a kid? Had you always hoped to act? Which one of your characters do you relate to the most? You never really play a very vapid or shallow character, but are always down to earth and all around funny and cool.

Thank you very much. I was a flat-chested, awkward tomboy for the majority of my life.