: Following a painful breakup with her boyfriend Damon (Lakeith Stanfield), Jessica struggles to move on, often stalking him on social media.
is a 2017 independent romantic comedy film starring Jessica Williams in a breakout leading role. Directed and written by Jim Strouse, the film is known for its modern, refreshing take on the "struggling artist in New York City" trope, focusing on self-love and resilience rather than just romantic fulfillment. Core Premise & Plot
: Despite an awkward start, the two form a unique friendship where they agree to follow each other's exes on social media to help one another stop obsessing.
: Her best friend Tasha (Noël Wells) sets her up on a blind date with Boone (Chris O’Dowd), a recently divorced app designer.
The story follows (Williams), a fiercely independent and aspiring playwright living in Bushwick, Brooklyn.
: Parallel to her love life, Jessica faces constant rejection from theater companies while mentoring young students in a playwriting workshop. Production & Release Watch The Incredible Jessica James | Netflix Official Site