Netflix&rsquo;s newest rom-com series comes from the creator of the cult-favorite Girls, Lena Dunham. Could this be her next big hit?

Remember Girls? Yes, that Girls&mdash;<a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/music/lily-collins-polly-pocket-lena-dunham-film" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Lena Dunham&rsquo;s</a> 2012 breakout series that every millennial and Gen Z-er seems to be rewatching for its nostalgic chaos and sharp, often too-real commentary on being a twenty-something woman in New York City.
While a rewatch is always on the table, Dunham is officially back with a brand-new comedy series, this time exclusively on <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/film-tv/netflix-tudum-2025-stranger-things-season-5-trailer-release-date" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Netflix.</a> The new show features rising star Meg Stalter alongside <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/film-tv/the-white-lotus-season-2-cast-plot-details-trailer-hbo" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The White Lotus</a>' Will Sharpe.
Titled Too Much, all 10 episodes from the first season are now available to stream&mdash;just in time for a perfect binge-watch to escape the heat (though things might get steamy on screen, too).
With sharp banter, a cast of comedic standouts, and bizarre relationship dynamics&mdash;all under Lena Dunham&rsquo;s direction&mdash;could this be Girls 2.0? L&rsquo;OFFICIEL breaks down everything you need to know about the new series.

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Starring 34-year-old actor Meg Stalter, Too Much follows Jessica, a workaholic navigating the emotional fallout from the breakup of the century, while trying to survive the chaos of New York City, where everything reminds her of failed relationships and past mistakes. In search of a fresh start, she moves to London, where she meets Felix (played by Will Sharpe), a charming British guy with undeniable red flags who quickly turns her world upside down.
From the trailer (and based on early fan reactions), the dynamic between Jessica and Felix feels eerily reminiscent of another iconic yet problematic TV couple: Hannah and <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/men/adam-driver-memes-viral-moments-birthday-house-of-gucci" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Adam</a> from Girls. Their love was bizarre, toxic, and undeniably entertaining to watch.
So, we can't help but think, is Dunham giving us another chaotic love story we can&rsquo;t look away from?

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The cast might seem like an odd mix at first, which makes it perfect for capturing the awkward messiness of real life; the show leans into this. With Meg Stalter and Will Sharpe leading the way, Too Much also brings in a few wild cards that viewers likely didn&rsquo;t see coming.
<a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/emily-ratajkowski-sheer-red-lingerie-intimissimi-campaign" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Emily Ratajkowski</a>, also known as EmRata, is one of them. Love her or hate her, the 34-year-old model is giving acting another go&mdash;this time in a role that feels oddly on-brand: a knitting influencer. Yes, really. Her character, Wendy, also happens to be dating Jessica&rsquo;s ex, but she&rsquo;s portrayed as a surprisingly empathetic &ldquo;<a href="https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/too-much-emily-ratajkowski-wendy-jones" target="_blank" rel="noopener">girl&rsquo;s girl</a>&rdquo; who seems to understand why Jessica is spiraling.
Other familiar faces also appear, including Girls alum Andrew Rannells, Fleabag's Andrew Scott, and unexpected cameos from Rita Ora to Jessica Alba.

<h2>Too Much: Is the Rom-Com Officially Back?&nbsp;</h2>

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While Girls wasn&rsquo;t exactly a <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/film-tv/penn-badgley-and-meghann-fahy-you-deserve-each-other-movie-release-date-plot-instagram" target="_blank" rel="noopener">rom-com</a>, Dunham&rsquo;s Too Much is being labeled as one, thanks to its more overtly romantic storyline. For years, the idea of a good <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/film-tv/new-must-watch-rom-coms-for-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener">rom-com</a> felt like a thing of the past, with many claiming the genre died in the early 2000s and studios leaning heavily on nostalgia.
But recently, showrunners seem to have taken that as a challenge. Over the last couple of years, <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/film-tv/valentines-day-rom-com-movies-to-watch" target="_blank" rel="noopener">romantic comedies</a> have experienced a noticeable resurgence, with fresh stories being green-lit and actually performing well. Take 2023&rsquo;s Anyone But You, starring Sydney Sweeney and <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/film-tv/glen-powell-the-running-man-2025-film-love-interests-movies" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Glen Powell</a>, arguably one of the more successful rom-coms of the decade. More recently, Netflix scored a hit with their rom-com series, <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/film-tv/netflix-s-new-rom-com-series-nobody-wants-this-kristen-bell-adam-brody" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nobody Wants This</a>, starring Kristen Bell and Adam Brody.
Now, with American comedian Meg Stalter bringing her signature charm, beauty, and comedic timing to the lead role&mdash;paired with Will Sharpe&rsquo;s impressive acting r&eacute;sum&eacute; and perfectly brooding energy for a complicated love story&mdash;Too Much might just continue the rom-com revival. But the real question is: will it stick the landing?

Is Lena Dunham's 'Too Much' The New 'Girls' 2.0?

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