Netflix released the romantic comedy Office Romance on Thursday, featuring Jennifer Lopez as airline CEO Jackie Cruz and Brett Goldstein as British lawyer Daniel Blanchflower. The film, set against a New Jersey airline backdrop, has drawn mixed reviews, with critics prasing the leads’ chemistry but faulting its tonal wobble.

Lopez and Goldstein’s on‑screen spark amid real‑life dating rumors

Both stars have been the subject of tabloid speculation about a possible romance , a narrative Lopez publicly dismissed, calling Goldstein “just a colleague.” According to the source, the gossip persists, feeding curiosity that may have helped the film’s initial viewership on Netflix.

Ol Parker’s direction struggles to match his past hits

Director Ol Parker, known for Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again and Ticket To Paradise, delivers a familiar, comfort‑driven romance but fails to sustain a consistent tone. The source notes that while some scenes feel “comfortingly familiar,” others—such as a sudden, out‑of‑place sexual arousal gag—appear “ridiculous” and undermine the film’s rhythm.

Goldstein’s co‑writing with Ted Lasso creator adds a British flavor

The screenplay, co‑written by Goldstein and Ted Lasso creator Joe Kelly, injects culture‑clash jokes that land unevenly. A recurring joke about the British use of the C‑word is called “chronically misjudged,” while other moments, like a birthing scene and a food‑truck cameo with Bradley Whitford, draw genuine laughs.

Supporting cast and sub‑plots dilte the main romance

Jodie Whittaker appears as Daniel’s incarcerated sister, a subplot that many reviewers found superfluous. Betty Gilpin’s role as Jackie’s over‑protective second‑in‑command adds a comedic foil, yet the film’s focus drifts, leaving the central love story under‑nourished.

What remains unclear about the film’s reception?

The source does not provide viewership numbers, so it is unknown whether the star power of Lopez alone will sustain the film’s longevity on the platform. Additionally , the impact of the rumored off‑screen romance on audience perception remains unverified.