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2 days ago
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Every A-List Cameo In Lena Dunham's Too Much, Explained
Lena Dunham's TV genius is finally back on our screens with her new Netflix rom-com Too Much. The feel-good comedy-drama stars Hacks' Megan Stalter as kooky New Yorker Jessica, who moves across the pond to London after a breakup before falling for aspiring musician Felix, played by The White Lotus' Will Sharpe. We've already looked at the impressive cast and their various past projects, including many familiar faces like Rita Wilson, Adèle Exarchopoulos and Girls star Andrew Rannells. But there's also a host of cameos and smaller guest roles throughout the 10 episodes. Here's your guide to all of them… Emily Ratajkowski The US model and actor plays Megan's ex's cool and stylish new fiancéeWendy Jones. Emily has been friends with Lena for a long time, so it doesn't come as much of a surprise that the Girls creator found a perfect casting in her. 'We've always had a lot of conversations around women that you feel like you're connected to in strange ways, but you don't totally know them,' Emily told Variety of her role recently. She also explained that Lena had initially envisioned her character as a lawyer, before Emily suggested that she be an influencer instead. Andrew Scott If there's one actor who's guaranteed to make a splash no matter how big or small the role, it's Andrew Scott. The Sherlock star plays a divorced ad director called James Wenlich-Rice, who's hired to shoot the advert Jessica is overseeing. Unsurprisingly, he ends up having some of the best (and most cringeworthy) lines in the whole series. Andrew previously starred in Lena's 2022 movie Catherine Called Birdy, and it turns out he had a pretty big part in getting Megan cast in the first place. In an interview with Glamour, Lena revealed that the Fleabag star first introduced her to Megan's viral comedy videos and insisted they meet. '[He] basically said, 'You two have to meet, you have something to make together',' she recalled. Kit Harington Since his starring role as Jon Snow in Game Of Thrones, we've been able to watch Kit Harington demonstrate his range in projects like Eternals, The Beast Within and Industry. Now he appears in Too Much's flashback scenes as Jessica's late father, who died of Parkinson's disease when she was young. Richard E. Grant The legendary British actor isn't quite a fleeting cameo, since he plays a key role as Jessica's UK-based boss, Jonno Ratigan. In one scene he makes his employee reel off a list of problems he has with Jessica, including her pungent lunches and smelly feet. Unsurprisingly, he manages to strike a hilarious balance between personable and passive aggressive – he even gets into a physical altercation with Felix in one scene. Naomi Watts TheMulholland Drive actor appears in the series as Ann Ratigan, the posh wife of Jonno who forms an instant bond with Jessica (over a few lines of cocaine, no less). Envisioning the A-lister in a comedy role was exciting to Lena, who told The Hollywood Reporter that she wanted to write her something that was 'not an elegant lady role, that's like an elegant lady to the left role, like an elegant lady who's railing cocaine role'. Jessica Alba The Fantastic Four actor stars as herself in the first episode of Too Much, playing a client of Jessica's agency on a commercial shoot. When a misogynistic director tries to 'punch up' the script, Jessica Alba asks Too Much's Jessica (Megan Stalter) to step in and collaborate with her, before she becomes overwhelmed and runs off in a panic. Adwoa Aboah The British actor and model appears in a few scenes as Felix's recent ex Linnea. While she's proven her acting talents playing Becks in Top Boy, Lena explained that hiring models for the series was very intentional. 'And I think modelling is such an expressive art and models are very often really good actors because they have to do that,' she told Radio Times. 'What I love about Emily [Ratajkowski] and Adwoa [Aboah] is that, in addition to being models, they're so outspoken in their activism, in their writing, in their creative expression,' she added. Stephen Fry The British actor and presenter plays Felix's dad Simon in the series, who finds himself in financial hardship. He appears in episode seven – which sheds some light on Felix's upbringing – and the finale titled The Idea Of Glue. This also isn't his first collaboration with Lena, having played the writer-director's father in the 2024 tragicomedy Treasure. Rhea Perlman The Cheers and Matilda actor features as Jessica's cheeky grandmother Dottie, who does her best to offer advice on her chaotic love life. 'Lena has a way of creating and directing that makes people feel free,' the actor said in an interview with The New York Times. 'Maybe some people would be turned off by that much sex and that much talk of sex,' she continued. 'But she made it so funny and so real.' Carlos O'Connell Fans of Dublin post-punk heroes Fontaines D.C. will have instantly recognised Carlos O'Connell's pink hair in Too Much, with the guitarist appearing as Felix's bandmate Eoin. Their fictional band The Feelers actually features original music from Attawalpa, the band of Too Much co-creator and Lena's husband Luis Felber. This marks the musician's latest foray into acting, having made a cameo in Andrea Arnold's 2024 movie Bird. Don Letts Another real-life musician appears in the series in the shape of legendary British DJ Don Letts. The Big Audio Dynamite co-founder features as a club emcee called Jonah The Ox. There's also a few more details sprinkled throughout the show for real music buffs, like when Jessica's ex Zev (played by Michael Zegen) is featured wearing an Idles T-shirt in one scene. Rita Ora The Anywhere singer appears late in the series as herself to play Santa Claus in a Christmas advertising campaign, and also hypes Jessica up after her social media scandal. The pop star posted on social media that she had 'so much fun filming' in the show, which she shared alongside a picture of her with Lena. Jennifer Saunders The Absolutely Fabulous star is in episode nine's clubbing scene, appearing briefly as an older woman called Fiona who sleeps with Felix in a moment of self sabotage. Felix remarked in an interview with Netflix's Tudum how 'every week, there'd be somebody new that is a hero of yours' appearing in the show. Lena said that even she was starstruck, adding: 'I was like, 'I cannot fucking believe this is happening'.' Alix Earle If you've ever watched a 'Get Ready With Me' video on TikTok, there's a good chance one of them was by internet personality and model Alix Earle. She appears as herself in episode nine, posting a video in support of Jessica's viral videos. Jake Shane The US comedian and influencer known as Octopusslover8 also appears as himself in episode nine to show his support to Jessica. It's also a bit of a reunion with Jessica, having previously featured in three episodes of Hacks season four in the role of Social Media Girlie. Related... Megan Stalter Makes Surprising Admission About THAT Outrageous Too Much Spit Scene Thought The Stars Of Too Much Looked Familiar? Here's Where You've Seen The Cast Before Is Too Much Lena Dunham's 'Worthy Successor To Girls' Or A 'Total Disappointment'? Critics Can't Agree
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3 days ago
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TVLine's Performer of the Week: Megan Stalter
THE PERFORMER | Megan Stalter More from TVLine TVLine Asks: Was Ballard Cameo Bittersweet? Will Colbert Go Scorched Earth? Your Superman Spinoff Pick? Did High Potential Cast Ex? And More! Star Trek: Strange New Worlds EPs Tease Spock and Chapel's Future - Does He Have a New Love Interest? Star Trek: Strange New Worlds EP Breaks Down Pike's Emotional Struggle in Premiere: 'It's an Opportunity for Him to Dig Deeper' THE SHOW | Netflix's Too Much THE EPISODE | 'The Idea of Glue' (July 10, 2025) THE PERFORMANCE | We already know Megan Stalter is flat-out hilarious from her supporting turn as overeager talent manager Kayla on HBO Max's Hacks. And she's certainly hilarious in her new Netflix show Too Much, too, but series creator Lena Dunham brought out a touchingly vulnerable side in her as well — and both of those were on full display in the season finale, as Jessica grappled with serious setbacks before stepping into her rom-com heroine destiny. As the finale opened, Jessica was still reeling from learning that her boyfriend Felix had slept with someone else, and Stalter's drained face and slumped shoulders conveyed the crushing heartbreak Jessica was stewing in as she declared, 'I guess I'll just have to get used to being alone.' Things got even worse for her when her beloved senior dog Astrid passed away suddenly, but she received a lifeline when her ex's new girlfriend Wendy reached out to her for a chat. Stalter dug deep and found a radiance inside Jessica as she bonded with Wendy and realized that this supposedly perfect woman actually had a lot in common with her. (Stalter is great at outlandish bursts of comedy, but her performance here let us see she can shine in the quieter moments, too.) Stalter then snapped into Bridget Jones mode as Jessica chased after her love Felix in classic rom-com fashion, tracking him down at a protest and gluing her hands to the road to demonstrate her commitment to him. It was weird and chaotic, but it was also kind of beautiful, and Stalter expertly channeled her wild energy into a swooningly romantic happy ending for Jessica and Felix, with them eventually walking down the aisle. Sure, the road for them got plenty bumpy along the way, but Stalter's endearingly messy work turned Jessica's flaws into strengths… and had us fully rooting for that happy ending. Scroll down to see who got Honorable Mention shout-outs this week… HONORABLE MENTION: Taissa Farmiga It's customary for a bride to cry on her wedding day, but in an ideal situation, she's shedding tears of joy — not ones of anxiety, uncertainty and impending doom. Gladys Russell found herself plagued by all of those emotions and more on Sunday's episode of The Gilded Age, haunting viewers with TV's most ominous wedding march since Game of Thrones. (What gives, HBO?) And while this ceremony didn't end in bloodshed, it did conclude with a powerfully unsettling moment in which Gladys reluctantly accepted her character's loveless fate before God and New York society. Speaking only with her eyes, Taissa Farmiga took viewers on a perilous journey through Gladys' fractured psyche until her shallow breathing and elevated heart rate began to mirror our own. Every ounce of air was sucked out of that church (and our living rooms) as the guests awaited Gladys' painfully drawn-out 'I do,' which Farmiga finally delivered with heartbreaking vulnerability. The duke and duchess' wedding may have been a larger-than-life affair, but it's often the smallest moments that leave the biggest impressions. — Andy Swift HONORABLE MENTION: Ethan Peck Since Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' Spock is infamously free of emotion, Ethan Peck is naturally limited in how much traditional 'acting' he can do on Paramount+'s Trek prequel. But Peck found a way to slip some humor and heartache into Spock this week, as he learned that his beloved Chapel had returned to the Enterprise with a new boyfriend in tow. Peck had us giggling as Spock stiffly practiced ballroom dancing with La'an, and we felt for him as he gazed longingly at Chapel with her new man. (Vulcans can pine, too!) But when a mischievous alien gave Spock the gift of an alternate reality where he and Chapel were getting married, Spock nobly turned it down — and Peck let us see just how hard it was for Spock to let Chapel go. Spock is one of the most iconic characters in TV history, but Peck has found a way to make the role his own, and performances like this have us looking forward to many missions to come. — D.N. HONORABLE MENTION: Maggie Q Too often in media, a 'strong woman' character can be mistaken for 'impervious.' But in Ballard Episode 7 — the one after the home invasion/Ballard's brawl with Driscoll — Maggie Q found so many interesting layers to play by not concealing Renée's wounded state. Ballard had only barely survived a violent choking/attempt on her life, so Maggie Q affected a raspy voice and carried herself with a bit less swagger for an episode-plus. (Kudos to the make-up team for keeping Renée bruised/sporting a swollen eye for a realistic stretch of time.) Ballard is not easily sidelined, and when she returned to HQ to apologize to the team for keeping secret Driscoll's dirtiness, and then dive into a new case, Maggie Q made clear how passionately her character feels about cold case work. Strength comes in many forms, and character is an important one. — Matt Webb Mitovich Which performance(s) knocked your socks off this week? Tell us in the comments! Best of TVLine 90+ TV Shows That Switched Networks — And How Long They Ran After They Relocated TV's 30+ Best Cliffhangers of All Time From Buffy, Friends, Grey's Anatomy, Twin Peaks, Severance, Soap and More 20+ Age-Defying Parent-Child Castings From Blue Bloods, ER, Ginny & Georgia, Golden Girls, Supernatural and More
Yahoo
3 days ago
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TVLine's Performer of the Week: Megan Stalter
THE PERFORMER | Megan Stalter More from TVLine TVLine Asks: Was Ballard Cameo Bittersweet? Will Colbert Go Scorched Earth? Your Superman Spinoff Pick? Did High Potential Cast Ex? And More! Star Trek: Strange New Worlds EPs Tease Spock and Chapel's Future - Does He Have a New Love Interest? Star Trek: Strange New Worlds EP Breaks Down Pike's Emotional Struggle in Premiere: 'It's an Opportunity for Him to Dig Deeper' THE SHOW | Netflix's Too Much THE EPISODE | 'The Idea of Glue' (July 10, 2025) THE PERFORMANCE | We already know Megan Stalter is flat-out hilarious from her supporting turn as overeager talent manager Kayla on HBO Max's Hacks. And she's certainly hilarious in her new Netflix show Too Much, too, but series creator Lena Dunham brought out a touchingly vulnerable side in her as well — and both of those were on full display in the season finale, as Jessica grappled with serious setbacks before stepping into her rom-com heroine destiny. As the finale opened, Jessica was still reeling from learning that her boyfriend Felix had slept with someone else, and Stalter's drained face and slumped shoulders conveyed the crushing heartbreak Jessica was stewing in as she declared, 'I guess I'll just have to get used to being alone.' Things got even worse for her when her beloved senior dog Astrid passed away suddenly, but she received a lifeline when her ex's new girlfriend Wendy reached out to her for a chat. Stalter dug deep and found a radiance inside Jessica as she bonded with Wendy and realized that this supposedly perfect woman actually had a lot in common with her. (Stalter is great at outlandish bursts of comedy, but her performance here let us see she can shine in the quieter moments, too.) Stalter then snapped into Bridget Jones mode as Jessica chased after her love Felix in classic rom-com fashion, tracking him down at a protest and gluing her hands to the road to demonstrate her commitment to him. It was weird and chaotic, but it was also kind of beautiful, and Stalter expertly channeled her wild energy into a swooningly romantic happy ending for Jessica and Felix, with them eventually walking down the aisle. Sure, the road for them got plenty bumpy along the way, but Stalter's endearingly messy work turned Jessica's flaws into strengths… and had us fully rooting for that happy ending. Scroll down to see who got Honorable Mention shout-outs this week… HONORABLE MENTION: Taissa Farmiga It's customary for a bride to cry on her wedding day, but in an ideal situation, she's shedding tears of joy — not ones of anxiety, uncertainty and impending doom. Gladys Russell found herself plagued by all of those emotions and more on Sunday's episode of The Gilded Age, haunting viewers with TV's most ominous wedding march since Game of Thrones. (What gives, HBO?) And while this ceremony didn't end in bloodshed, it did conclude with a powerfully unsettling moment in which Gladys reluctantly accepted her character's loveless fate before God and New York society. Speaking only with her eyes, Taissa Farmiga took viewers on a perilous journey through Gladys' fractured psyche until her shallow breathing and elevated heart rate began to mirror our own. Every ounce of air was sucked out of that church (and our living rooms) as the guests awaited Gladys' painfully drawn-out 'I do,' which Farmiga finally delivered with heartbreaking vulnerability. The duke and duchess' wedding may have been a larger-than-life affair, but it's often the smallest moments that leave the biggest impressions. — Andy Swift HONORABLE MENTION: Ethan Peck Since Star Trek: Strange New Worlds' Spock is infamously free of emotion, Ethan Peck is naturally limited in how much traditional 'acting' he can do on Paramount+'s Trek prequel. But Peck found a way to slip some humor and heartache into Spock this week, as he learned that his beloved Chapel had returned to the Enterprise with a new boyfriend in tow. Peck had us giggling as Spock stiffly practiced ballroom dancing with La'an, and we felt for him as he gazed longingly at Chapel with her new man. (Vulcans can pine, too!) But when a mischievous alien gave Spock the gift of an alternate reality where he and Chapel were getting married, Spock nobly turned it down — and Peck let us see just how hard it was for Spock to let Chapel go. Spock is one of the most iconic characters in TV history, but Peck has found a way to make the role his own, and performances like this have us looking forward to many missions to come. — D.N. HONORABLE MENTION: Maggie Q Too often in media, a 'strong woman' character can be mistaken for 'impervious.' But in Ballard Episode 7 — the one after the home invasion/Ballard's brawl with Driscoll — Maggie Q found so many interesting layers to play by not concealing Renée's wounded state. Ballard had only barely survived a violent choking/attempt on her life, so Maggie Q affected a raspy voice and carried herself with a bit less swagger for an episode-plus. (Kudos to the make-up team for keeping Renée bruised/sporting a swollen eye for a realistic stretch of time.) Ballard is not easily sidelined, and when she returned to HQ to apologize to the team for keeping secret Driscoll's dirtiness, and then dive into a new case, Maggie Q made clear how passionately her character feels about cold case work. Strength comes in many forms, and character is an important one. — Matt Webb Mitovich Which performance(s) knocked your socks off this week? Tell us in the comments! Best of TVLine 90+ TV Shows That Switched Networks — And How Long They Ran After They Relocated TV's 30+ Best Cliffhangers of All Time From Buffy, Friends, Grey's Anatomy, Twin Peaks, Severance, Soap and More 20+ Age-Defying Parent-Child Castings From Blue Bloods, ER, Ginny & Georgia, Golden Girls, Supernatural and More
Bangkok Post
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Bangkok Post
Girls gone bad
Remember the popular HBO series Girls from over a decade ago? The show was widely recognised for its postfeminist commentary on female sexuality and millennial angst and it ran for a surprisingly long six seasons. To this day, I still don't really understand the rave reviews. I only watched a few episodes here and there, so I won't pretend to be an expert on it, but what I saw never quite resonated with me. Now comes Too Much, a new Netflix drama-comedy created by none other than Lena Dunham -- the same voice behind Girls. And after watching all 10 episodes, Too Much feels like a spiritual sequel to Girls. Whether that's a compliment or a criticism is open to interpretation. But to me, it felt like Dunham took everything that was frustrating, cringe-inducing and painfully self-conscious about Girls, gave it a new coat of paint and dropped it into a different setting -- London. The show follows Jessica (Megan Stalter), a New York-based workaholic in her mid-30s who is reeling from a heartbreak that she still hasn't emotionally recovered from. Her daily life in Manhattan is now haunted by the ghosts of her past missteps -- streets that remind her of arguments, restaurants that remind her of failed dates and friends she's slowly pushed away. So what does she do? She takes a job in London with the plan of disappearing into a life of romantic solitude -- imagining herself as some kind of modern-day Brontë sister. But her grand vision is quickly interrupted when she meets Felix (Will Sharpe), a charming but clearly problematic Englishman with a laundry list of red flags. Their messy, chaotic and at times toxic relationship becomes the central thread of the series. Genre-wise, Too Much is an odd and uneasy blend of romance, satire and character comedy. What makes the experience so uncomfortable is Megan Stalter's overbearing performance as Jessica. And it's not just the acting -- the entire show revolves around this character's emotional instability and poor decision-making, with very few moments that feel grounded or earned. I've never had a problem with characters being annoying, selfish, or even downright insufferable. In fact, some of the most memorable TV characters are defined by their flaws. But if I'm meant to root for them -- or at the very least stay invested in their arc -- there has to be a sense of movement or growth. Jessica, however, is a challenge to connect with. She's whiny, theatrical, self-involved and awkward, but not in any way that feels endearing or funny. The typical redemption arc requires that a character who starts off flawed begin to recognise their own shortcomings and, little by little, make meaningful changes. Jessica does eventually start to grow and become slightly more self-aware, but it takes far too long. The show waits until the final few episodes to kick this transformation into gear, which made much of the season feel like a frustrating loop of the same behaviour and poor choices over and over again. Another major issue I had with Too Much is the dialogue. Simply put, it's not interesting. The conversations between characters are long-winded, self-indulgent, and, frankly, tedious. Maybe I'm past the age where this kind of millennial or post-millennial introspection feels relatable. But for me, watching these characters speak felt like being trapped in a room full of people having conversations I couldn't care less about. The show tries to capture the rhythm of modern emotional discourse, but ends up sounding like a parody of therapy-speak and TikTok oversharing. Jessica and Felix, as leads, are both hard to like. I get that Dunham is going for realism, showing us flawed people who don't always say the right thing or act with grace. But their narcissism and lack of self-awareness become exhausting. I kept waiting for that one episode, or even one scene, where I'd finally connect with them -- or at least understand why I should care. But that moment never came. Not all the humour misses. There are times when the show lands a decent laugh, particularly in some of the more absurd situations. I did find myself smirking occasionally, or shuffling awkwardly in my seat during especially cringey moments -- but more out of second-hand embarrassment than genuine comedy. Many of the awkward or "funny" situations are just the result of terrible decision-making and instead of being humorous, they end up feeling repetitive or needlessly exasperating. That said, the show does have a few redeeming qualities. Visually, Too Much does a lovely job of capturing the feel of London. From the grey skies and cosy cafes to the urban corners and awkward social customs, the city almost becomes a character in itself. The "fish-out-of-water" jokes, while occasionally overused, do manage to add texture and contrast to Jessica's American sensibilities. There are a few chuckle-worthy moments drawn from culture clash and misunderstanding. Another thing I genuinely appreciated is the show's refreshingly honest approach to sex and body image. Unlike many series that exclusively depict sex between perfectly toned, model-like bodies, Too Much offers scenes that feel more realistic, with characters who look like actual people. Jessica, who is plus-sized, is portrayed confidently and without apology, which adds a nice touch of authenticity and inclusivity to a genre that often lacks both. Unfortunately, none of that is quite enough to rescue the show from its own indulgences. The writing feels like therapy sessions disguised as scripts and the performances, especially from Stalter, often cross the line from bold to grating. Even the celebrity cameos -- Naomi Watts, Jessica Alba, Stephen Fry and Kit Harington -- feel like distractions rather than meaningful contributions. Even though I had my fair share of criticisms about Girls, at least I could acknowledge that it had a spark of originality and daring in its earlier seasons. The problem with Too Much is that it inherits all the same flaws as Girls -- the narcissism and the lack of accountability and self-involvement -- but offers even less in return. The show tries to say something about identity, self-worth, and healing, but those messages get buried under characters that are just too hard to care about. If you're older than 20 -- or just not in the mood for 10 episodes of performative vulnerability -- maybe skip this one.
IOL News
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- IOL News
Lena Dunham's 'Too Much': a deep dive into love and trauma
Megan Stalter and Will Sharpe deliver stellar performances in 'Too Much'. Image: X 'Too Much', the new romantic comedy created by Hollywood actress Lena Dunham, has been earning worldwide acclaim for its take on modern relationships. The Netflix series delves deep into the universal experience of not feeling safe in relationships. As the title suggests, it emotionally relates to the legions across the globe from different walks of life who have ever felt, well, 'too much.' The series also unpacks the struggle of making relationships work as both parties have to commit to creating a safe space for each other, while juggling other challenges like careers, family and friends - all while carrying decades worth of personal trauma. Megan Stalter and Will Sharpe in 'Too Much'. Image: X With its sharp humour and an impressive casting of A-listers to breakthrough talents, the rom-com has been sparking debates worldwide as it continues to rank amongst the most-watched shows on the streaming giant, including in South Africa, where it has remained in the Top 10 since its premiere on Friday, June 11. 'Too Much' is the brainchild of the 'Girls' writer and star, with whom she worked on it with her husband, Luis Felber. The actress has explained in an interview that the series draws inspiration from her own life as, like the show's protagonist, she moved from New York to London in 2021, where she ended up meeting her husband, who, like the main character's love interest, is also a British musician. Despite this, Dunham has insisted that 'Too Much' is not meant to directly mirror her life, opening the possibilities for a creative exploration. Meanwhile, Working Title Films, the production company behind the 'Bridget Jones' movie franchise, also produced the show. It centres around Jessica, who is portrayed excellently by 'Hacks' breakout star Megan Stalter. Following a devastating break-up, the chaotic New Yorker in her mid-thirties decided to move to London. It is here where she meets a struggling bar singer Felix, played by 'The White Lotus' actor, Will Sharpe. On her first day in the city, she meets Felix at a pub and their connection is immediate and intense. Megan Stalter and Will Sharpe deliver stellar performances in 'Too Much'. Image: X While Jessica struggles to be away from her family in America as she adjusts to life in the UK, one thing that starts to go well in her life is her relationship with Felix, which continues to strengthen. They spend hours walking through London and talking on their first date, and the couple move in together after just a few months. But as their quirky and heartwarming love story plays out, Jessica and Felix are forced to contend with their individual traumas. Jessica comes from a complicated female-dominated family, including her sister (Dunham), her mother (Rita Wilson), and her grandmother (Rhea Perlman). She is also still processing the pain for her ex-boyfriend, Zev (Michael Zegen), leaving her for a social media influencer, Wendy Jones (Emily Ratajkowski). Meanwhile, Felix is also still traumatised by past relationships and is also battling with his strained family relationships. In his mid-thirties, he lacks ambition and is a recovering addict. And despite their connection, Jessica and Felix must also overcome dating red flags in order to keep their love alive. What truly sets 'Too Much' apart in the rom-com world, with its abundance of offerings, is the stellar performances. The chemistry between Jessica and Felix is electric, despite the cringy awkwardness, which I found to be genuine and authentic. Stalter and Sharpe must be commended for their stellar performances. The manner in which they bring this powerful and modern love story to life resonates with many, and they are brilliant in displaying a range of emotions, from euphoria to heartbreak. The supporting cast, including Dunham in the background as Nora, Jessica's older sister, as well as Ratajkowski, Wilson and Perlman, also delivered heartwarming performances. The storyline is also incredibly powerful as 'Too Much's' themes of grief, heartbreak, personal growth and love are ones that many streamers will be able to relate to. The show's take on personal insecurities and the desire for romantic relationships to be a safe haven has also been intriguing viewers. The intelligent infusion of humour in 'Too Much' also solidifies its success as it acts as satire and opens the door for deeper reflection while also adding balance to this nuanced and emotional story. Some other elements which I enjoyed on the show are Rita Ora's surprise appearance as well as Fergie's 'London Bridge' aptly being used as the soundtrack for this honest and hilarious love story. * I give it 4 out of 5 stars.
