Listen up, rom-com fans! Netflix has released a first look at Office Romance, a “raunchy” new romantic comedy starring Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein – and we can’t wait for this one to land.
Penned by Brett and Joe Kelly, who both worked on the hit Apple TV series Ted Lasso, the new movie is directed by Ol Parker (Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again) and sees Jennifer reunite with her former co-star Edward James Olmos, who played her on-screen father in Selena (1997).
Netflix shared a first-look image of Jennifer and Brett, who play two workaholics embarking on a steamy romance. In the snap, the pair gaze into each other’s eyes as Jennifer’s character drapes her arm around the back of his neck.
Intrigued? Keep reading for everything you need to know about Office Romance, including what viewers are saying about that first look.
What have viewers said about Office Romance?
Viewers were quick to react to the teaser image, which was posted on Netflix’s Instagram account.
“Looks like a fun one! Great to see a classic rom-com setup back on screen,” said one person, while another penned: “OMG, this sounds like my kind of movie! Can’t wait to watch!”
A third wrote: “When are we going to see the sneak peek? Plssssssssss. I’m begging you,” while a fourth added: “The queen of rom-coms is back in her lane. Can’t wait for this one.”
Office Romance marks another addition to Jennifer Lopez’s long list of rom-coms, including The Wedding Planner, Maid in Manhattan, Monster-in-Law, Shotgun Wedding and The Back-Up Plan.
© Penske Media via Getty ImagesWhat is Office Romance about?
According to Netflix, the synopsis reads: “Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein lead a raunchy romantic comedy about a secret office romance and the trouble two workaholics get in when they start thinking with their hearts.”
© GC ImagesWho stars in Office Romance?
The film is led by Jennifer Lopez (Atlas, The Mother) as Jackie Cruz and Brett Goldstein (Ted Lasso, Shrinking) as Daniel Blanchflower.
They are joined by Betty Gilpin (American Primeval, GLOW) as Sydney and Edward James Olmos (Selena, Mayans M.C.) as Captain Jack Cruz.
© WireImageThe supporting cast includes Tony Hale (Veep, Inside Out 2), Bradley Whitford (The Handmaid’s Tale, The Diplomat), Amy Sedaris (Strangers with Candy, At Home with Amy Sedaris), Tony Plana (Ugly Betty) and Roger Bart (The Producers).
Also starring are Jackie Sandler, Donald Elise Watkins, Jodie Whittaker, Natalie Ortega and Mary Wiseman, alongside Brian Gallivan, Ali Stroker, Michelle Hurd and Scott Seiss.
Rounding out the cast are Lisa Gilroy, Rick Hoffman, Will Sasso and Mo Welch.
What has the cast said about Office Romance?
Brett was quick to express his excitement about working with Jennifer, telling Netflix during filming: “Every day I come to work to do a rom-com with Jennifer Lopez and this incredible cast, and I expect people to jump out and tell me I’m being pranked. Hasn’t happened yet, so maybe this is real?”
Meanwhile, Jennifer shared a behind-the-scenes glimpse from the table read, where she smiled at her co-star from across the room. “This is gonna be a fun one,” she wrote in the caption.
Office Romance lands on Netflix on 5 June.
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