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Champagne Problems’ Debuts on Netflix, Serving a Paris-Set Holiday Rom-Com

Early reviews describe a warm watch with predictable plotting.

Overview

  • The film is now streaming on Netflix as part of the 2025 holiday lineup.
  • Minka Kelly stars as Sydney Price opposite Tom Wozniczka’s Henri Cassell, with Thibault de Montalembert as family patriarch Hugo.
  • The story follows a U.S. executive in Paris to pursue a takeover of the storied champagne house Château Cassell who encounters an unexpected romance.
  • Writer-director Mark Steven Johnson helms the feature, continuing his run of Netflix-focused romantic comedies.
  • Critics from outlets including The Guardian, Tom’s Guide, But Why Tho? and What’s on Netflix note charming leads and cozy vibes alongside familiar tropes and limited novelty.