The Incredible Jessica James

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The Incredible Jessica James

2017

1h 25m

Comedy

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Jessica, an aspiring playwright in New York City, is trying to get over a recent break-up when she meets Boone, who's also recovering from a recent split. Together, they figure out a way to make it in a post-relationship world.

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Critics Consensus

The Incredible Jessica James makes its standard storyline feel new, almost purely on the strength of a captivating, potentially star-making performance from Jessica Williams.

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Carmen Phillips

Autostraddle

04/20/2018

This movie is surprisingly sweet, bright, and optimistic in all the right places.

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Soraya Nadia McDonald

Andscape

09/26/2017

There's a power in seeing a self-aware black woman on screen who simply proceeds through life like she hasn't been defeated by it, like she still feels she can make a difference, like she still believes that the world is hers.

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Guy Lodge

Guardian

08/01/2017

A 27-year-old comedian and Daily Show correspondent given ample room to breathe, riff and roar by director Jim Strouse's script, Williams bounds into the proceedings with unfiltered comic peculiarity.

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Alex Flood

NME (New Musical Express)

05/18/2021

Williams was actually a former correspondent on US programme The Daily Show, but has successfully made the tricky jump to acting look easy. Watch for the chance to see a young actor clearly destined for stardom.

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David Bax

Battleship Pretension

12/12/2020

Williams' voracious and unapologetically non-demure performance brings the subtext to the surface. She takes over, defining herself as a star in her first lead role.

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Charlotte Harrison

Charlotte Sometimes Goes to the Movies

10/08/2020

A really charming way to spend 83 mins!

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Ralph W

@Ralph812 02/18/2025

This captivating movie has everything you want in a rom-com including a terrific cast and great writing. I was drawn in quickly by the characters and the dialog.

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matthias s

@Thescreenasvor 11/11/2023

"The Incredible Jessica James" is a delightful indie rom-com that successfully captures the essence of break ups, dating and life itself. It offers a refreshing take on the genre, providing an authentic and relatable story that will leave you with a smile on your face. So grab some popcorn, sit back, and let the incredible journey of Jessica James sweep you off your feet in this heartwarming and endearing cinematic experience.

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Eddie M

@RT54432479 09/28/2023

Kinda have a crush on her now. A movie that breaks the rules about how to heal from the end of relationships

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B L

@RT46766480 08/29/2023

Intelligent Indie, total Entertainment!

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Ted J

@RT88388779 05/28/2023

Light & meaningful. Great for Saturday night at home

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steve d

@RT35616104 12/07/2022

Williams has a lot of talent but there is nothing she can do with this.

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Synopsis

Jessica, an aspiring playwright in New York City, is trying to get over a recent break-up when she meets Boone, who's also recovering from a recent split. Together, they figure out a way to make it in a post-relationship world.

Director: James C. Strouse
Producer: Michael B. Clark, Alex Turtletaub
Screenwriter: James C. Strouse
Production Co: Beachside Films
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Jul 29, 2017
Runtime: 1h 25m