Brett Goldstein and Jennifer Lopez star together in the new romantic comedy *Office Romance*, which premiered this week on Netflix and in cinemas. Co-written by Goldstein, known for his role as Roy Kent on *Ted Lasso*, and his collaborator Joe Kelly, the film explores a workplace romance set against corporate pressures.

Goldstein originally envisioned Lopez for the lead role and shared the script with her despite doubts that she would accept. Lopez, famed for her roles in *The Wedding Planner* and *Maid in Manhattan*, responded positively, describing the script as both funny and heartfelt. She plays Jackie Cruz, the driven CEO of Air Cruz, who upholds a strict no-dating policy at work. When Daniel Blanchflower, a new legal counsel played by Goldstein, joins the company, their professional relationship turns romantic, leading to a secret affair that challenges company rules and their personal boundaries.

The film is described by its creators as a story for adults, focusing on characters who have achieved career success but wrestle with private vulnerabilities. Jackie is depicted as a powerful, self-sufficient woman not actively seeking love, but through her interactions with Daniel, the two find admiration and connection that deepen into romance.

Set against a backdrop of corporate rivalry and legal battles with a competing airline, the narrative includes scenes in the Dominican Republic where the characters fully embrace their feelings despite the risk to their professional reputations. Supporting performances include Betty Gilpin as Sydney, Jackie’s sharp-tongued assistant, whose comedic timing offers memorable moments. Edward James Olmos plays Jackie’s father, adding depth to her personal and professional legacy, while Jodie Whittaker appears as Daniel’s sister in a subplot that some reviewers found less integrated but still noteworthy.

Director Ol Parker helms the project, balancing comedic and emotional elements through dynamic set pieces like a tense meeting with the company’s head of HR, portrayed by Tony Hale. The film combines raunchy humor with heartfelt storytelling, aiming to blend sharp dialogue and genuine emotional moments.

*Office Romance* has drawn comparisons to films such as *The Proposal* and *There’s Something About Mary* for its blend of romantic tension and offbeat humor. Critics have highlighted the chemistry between Lopez and Goldstein as a key strength, making the characters’ evolving relationship engaging and relatable amid the film’s workplace setting.