20 Best Netflix 2017 Original Movies - Ranked

15. The Incredible Jessica James

The Incredible Jessica James
Netflix

An indie riff on the typical rom-com movie, The Incredible Jessica James stands out thanks to its free-wheeling approach to such played-out material, led by an outstanding performance from Jessica Williams, who is an undeniable star in the making.

It's a challenging film in the sense that audiences may struggle to warm to the title character and even be unsure whether they're supposed to like her, but her amusingly offbeat chemistry with Chris O'Dowd's unexpected love interest should keep her likeable enough for most.

While not an overly ambitious film, Williams' ultra-charismatic lead performance and a few fun twists make this a clever remix of tired material.

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