A review of Lena Dunham's new Netflix romcom 'Too Much,' co-created with her husband Luis Felber and loosely based on their romance. The series follows Jess (Megan Stalter), an American woman who moves to London after a breakup and falls for indie musician Felix (Will Sharpe). Despite its romcom facade, the show is described as an 'abrasive, complicated, grownup version of romance' dealing with characters' flaws, Felix's sobriety struggles, and eccentric family dynamics, featuring an 'astonishing cast of stars.'
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️A review of Lena Dunham's new Netflix romcom 'Too Much,' co-created with her husband Luis Felber and loosely based on their romance. The series follows Jess (Megan Stalter), an American woman who moves to London after a breakup and falls for indie musician Felix (Will Sharpe). Despite its romcom facade, the show is described as an 'abrasive, complicated, grownup version of romance' dealing with characters' flaws, Felix's sobriety struggles, and eccentric family dynamics, featuring an 'astonishing cast of stars.'
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What: A review of Lena Dunham's new Netflix romcom series 'Too Much,' which is described as a complicated, grownup love story with an ensemble cast.
When: Premieres Thursday, July 10 (Netflix). Article published July 5, 2025.
Where: London, Long Island (US), Chatsworth (mentioned as an imagined estate).
Why: To provide a review and analysis of the new series, highlighting its themes, cast, and departure from traditional romcom tropes.
How: The series follows Jess, an American, moving to London after a breakup and falling for Felix, an indie musician, exploring their flaws and struggles.