Netflix is swinging big this summer with Too Much, a romantic comedy series that’s equal parts cringeworthy, charming, and chaotic. Dropping July 10, 2025, the 10-episode series is created by Lena Dunham and her husband, Luis Felber, and yes, it’s got her signature stamp: raw emotions, smart dialogue, and deeply flawed characters who somehow still manage to win you over.
Megan Stalter and Will Sharpe lead the cast in what’s shaping up to be the most buzzed-about love story of the season. It’s awkward, it’s messy, and it might hit a little too close to home for anyone who’s ever tried to “start fresh” after a bad breakup.
Plot: Breakups, Brontë Vibes, and British Complications
Meet Jessica (played by Stalter), a 30-something New Yorker spiraling after a brutal breakup. She does what any romantically derailed millennial might do: moves to London and dreams of living some kind of literary, Brontë-inspired life where tea and introspection fix everything.
Except, spoiler, London has other plans. Enter Felix (Sharpe), a dry-humored, emotionally confusing Brit who stirs up all the wrong feelings for all the wrong reasons. Their chemistry is electric, sure, but also… pretty toxic. Red flags are waving everywhere, but who hasn’t ignored a few in the name of connection?
Not Just Funny—Too Much Has a Lot of Heart
The trailer doesn’t hold back. Jessica is crying on the floor, making bold (and slightly illegal) decisions, and Felix is equal parts alluring and unavailable. At one point, he deadpans an offer to “murder” her exes, which is deeply unhinged, yet somehow romantic?
Fans of Fleabag or Girls will immediately recognize the tone: self-aware, emotionally vulnerable, and unafraid to be a little bit unhinged. It’s not just about finding love; it’s about navigating who you are when everything you thought you knew about yourself collapses.
And for anyone who’s ever jumped into a relationship that felt amazing until it wasn’t, you’ll feel seen.
A Cast That’s Honestly Too Good
Beyond its leads, Too Much brings in a guest lineup that could headline their series. Think Jessica Alba, Rita Ora, Andrew Scott, Kit Harington, and the comedy legend Jennifer Saunders. It’s like a bingo card of British pop culture and Hollywood glitz.
Dunham directs several episodes herself and co-executive produces with Luis Felber, plus Tim Bevan and Eric Fellner of Working Title (aka the folks behind Love Actually and Bridget Jones). So yeah, this thing has both indie cred and rom-com royalty backing it.
Why Too Much Might Be Just Right
Romantic comedies are having a real moment right now, and Too Much leans in. But it doesn’t just serve you the usual cute-meets and predictable arcs. It gets into the grittier stuff, emotional baggage, mismatched expectations, cultural confusion (American in London, anyone?), and the kind of personal growth that doesn’t always feel good.
Jessica’s frantic energy paired with Felix’s dry aloofness is more than just a comedic mismatch; it’s a mirror of what modern dating often feels like. It’s exhausting, confusing, funny, and occasionally profound.
Final Thoughts: It Might Be Called Too Much, But It Feels Just Right
With its sharp writing, chaotic charm, and an all-star team in front of and behind the camera, Too Much could very well become Netflix’s biggest comedy hit of the year. It’s smart without being smug, emotional without getting sappy, and just weird enough to stand out in a crowded streaming lineup.
So, whether you’re recovering from heartbreak, craving something emotionally real (but still hilarious), or just want to see what Lena Dunham’s been cooking up lately, Too Much might be the thing you didn’t know your summer needed.
