Ep 1. Almost Two Months Earlier

On the Verge is a brand new comedy-drama TV series that premiered on Netflix in late 2021. Written and directed by Julie Delpy, the show follows the lives of four women in their late forties who are experiencing various personal and professional crises. The series is set in Los Angeles and explores the challenges of life in a big city at a time when social norms, gender roles, and relationships are rapidly changing.

In the very first episode of On the Verge entitled 'Almost Two Months Earlier', we are introduced to the show's four leading ladies: Justine (played by Julie Delpy), Celine (Valerie Bonneton), Anne (Elisabeth Shue), and Yasmin (Sarah Jones). Each of these women is dealing with their unique set of issues and challenges, which will be explored in greater depth as the series progresses.

The episode opens with a voice-over from Justine, a successful writer and mother of three, who is struggling to find inspiration for her next novel. We then meet Celine, a French expat who works as a chef and is struggling to keep her restaurant afloat after a series of bad reviews. Anne, a former actress and now a holistic healer, is dealing with a recent breakup and trying to navigate the dating scene in her forties. Finally, Yasmin, a musician, and single mother is grappling with the difficulties of balancing her career and motherhood.

As the episode progresses, we see the various ways in which these women's lives intersect and how they lend each other support through their struggles. Justine and Celine reconnect after years apart and reminisce about their wild partying days in Paris. Anne meets Yasmin in a yoga class and invites her to perform at a healing retreat she's organizing. Meanwhile, Justine struggles to write her book and ends up seeking inspiration from an unexpected source.

Throughout the episode, we are given glimpses into the women's personal lives and relationships. Celine's husband is cheating on her, and she's been ignoring the signs for fear of losing her family and restaurant. Anne is still in love with her ex-boyfriend and can't seem to move on, despite her friend's encouragement. Yasmin is trying to raise her teenage son while also planning a tour with her band which is no doubt a challenging task to accomplishing.

Overall, 'Almost Two Months Earlier' sets the stage for what is sure to be a compelling and entertaining series. The show's mix of humor and drama and its relatable characters make it a must-watch for fans of modern, character-driven comedy-dramas. We are sure that each episode will be better than the other and the audience would want more of it.