Josh Gad revealed Jake Gyllenhaal’s alleged initial thoughts on ‘The Book of Mormon’ after playing him its music during a car ride

Josh Gad opened up about why Jake Gyllenhaal warned him against being a part of the musical Book of Mormon. In his memoir In God We Trust: A Tell-Some, released on January 14, the

Josh Gad has revealed that Jake Gyllenhaal warned him against accepting a role in The Book of Mormon because it was too controversial. The divisive musical comedy, from South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, tells the story of two young Mormon missionaries who are sent to Uganda to spread the word of Joseph Smith.

Some” on Jan. 14, says his “Love & Other Drugs” co-star Jake Gyllenhaal warned him not to pursue a role in “The Book of Mormon,” the raunchy musical-comedy from “South Park” creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone.

Josh Gad played his demo for the unproduced 'Book of Mormon' musical for his 'Love & Other Drugs' costar Jake Gyllenhaal, who, in 'abject terror,' urged Gad not to star in the show.