Jennifer Lopez Teams Up with Edward James Olmos Again in New Netflix Film—You Won’t Believe the Role He’s Playing

Jennifer Lopez is reuniting with her Selena costar Edward James Olmos for a new Netflix film titled Office Romance, marking a special milestone in their careers. The two previously played father and daughter in the iconic 1997 biopic about Tejano music legend Selena Quintanilla-Pérez, and now, they’re back together for a heartwarming reunion in a romantic comedy.

On March 27, 2025, Lopez shared the exciting news on Instagram, posting a throwback photo alongside a more recent one with Olmos. In the caption, she reflected on the full-circle moment, writing, “From ‘Selena’ to now, this journey has come full circle… SWIPE to see the big news. We’re thrilled to welcome the incredible Edward James Olmos to ‘Office Romance!’” The post generated immediate buzz among fans of the duo, eager to see them together once again on screen.

Olmos, at 78, will play Lopez’s character’s father in Office Romance, which is written by Ted Lasso creators Brett Goldstein and Joe Kelly. The film will also see Lopez serving as a producer. Lopez’s fans will no doubt appreciate the nostalgic element, as Olmos previously portrayed her father in Selena, bringing depth and emotion to their onscreen relationship.

In addition to the film’s announcement, Lopez offered a behind-the-scenes peek at the project through an Instagram reel shared on March 22. The clip begins with production team members jokingly asking Lopez to smile for the camera, followed by a playful exchange in which Lopez expresses confusion, only to share a candid moment with fans. She captioned the video with the hashtag #OfficeRomance, giving followers a glimpse of the fun atmosphere on set.

The reunion comes at an interesting point in Lopez’s personal life. Recently, she purchased a new home near Los Angeles for approximately $18 million, following her split from Ben Affleck. The couple’s Beverly Hills mansion, listed for $68 million, remains on the market, and their divorce was finalized in February 2025.

As Lopez embarks on this exciting new chapter with Office Romance, fans are eager to see how the reunion with Olmos will add to the heartwarming dynamic they’ve already shared in Selena. With the promise of a romantic comedy and the chemistry of this beloved duo, Office Romance is sure to become a must-watch when it debuts on Netflix.