Netflix adds Voicemails Isabelle starring Deutch & Robinson

A new romantic comedy starring Zoey Deutch and Nick Robinson premiered on Netflix on June 19, 2026. "Voicemails for Isabelle," written and directed by Leah McKendrick, blends a story of profound grief with classic romantic comedy elements, earning strong initial reviews from critics and audiences.

The film follows Jill (Deutch), an aspiring baker working under a demanding chef (Nick Offerman) in San Francisco. After her younger sister Isabelle (Ciara Bravo), who had a long-term illness, passes away, Jill copes by leaving heartfelt and often humorous voicemails on her sister's old phone number. Unbeknownst to Jill, the number has been reassigned to Wes (Robinson), a real estate agent based in Austin, Texas. Intrigued and moved by the messages, Wes travels to San Francisco to find her, setting the stage for an unconventional connection.

The movie has been praised for its handling of sensitive subject matter alongside its lighter, crowd-pleasing moments. Early critical reception has been positive, with an 81% approval score from reviewers cited in initial data. Audience scores were even higher, reported at 94% from over 100 reviews. Critics highlighted the chemistry between the...