James Franco's Film Return and Rogen Rift

James Franco has acknowledged that his friendship with Seth Rogen has ended, largely due to allegations of sexual misconduct against him. Franco, who settled a lawsuit for $2.2 million over claims of exploiting students at his acting school, admitted that Rogen has not been in contact despite Franco's efforts to reach out. Rogen, who was once Franco's close collaborator, publicly announced in 2021 that he had no plans to work with Franco again due to these allegations. Franco expressed understanding of Rogen's stance and admitted that their split was painful but necessary. This development comes as Franco returns to the film scene with 'Hey Joe,' his first major project since the allegations. Franco has expressed gratitude for his career hiatus, noting it provided an opportunity for personal reflection and growth.