With Emily in Paris Season 5 arriving on December 18, fans are preparing for Emily Cooper’s next chapter. This season promises to be different as Emily trades Parisian rooftops for Roman ruins. The new episodes are a “tale of two cities,” focusing on Rome and Paris. Before diving into the new Italian adventures, here is everything you need to remember from the pivotal events of Season 4.
How Emily’s Paris Chapter Ended
Season 4 of Emily in Paris was a season of major decisions and surprising turns. It fundamentally changed the setting for the story ahead.
The main story began with a significant business shift. Emily’s boss, Sylvie Grateau, successfully launched her own firm, Agence Grateau. This move reunited Emily with her former Savoir colleagues, Julien and Luc, under Sylvie’s leadership.
Emily’s personal life was more complicated than ever. She was in an on-again, off-again relationship with the British banker Alfie. At the same time, her longtime will-they-won’t-they connection with her neighbor, the chef Gabriel, remained a powerful force.
A key event was a work trip to the Alps. While there, Emily met Marcello, a charming Italian heir to a luxury cashmere brand. Their instant connection planted the seeds for a major change. To secure a business contract with Marcello’s family company, Sylvie later made a bold proposal to Emily. She asked Emily to move to Rome and open an Italian office for Agence Grateau.
The Finale’s Major Twists and a New Beginning
The two-part Season 4 finale delivered several shocks that directly set the stage for the upcoming season. Emily’s relationship with Gabriel reached a turning point. After a romantic reconnection, Gabriel abruptly left Emily stranded during a trip. He rushed back to Paris upon hearing that his ex-girlfriend, Camille, might be pregnant. This action deeply hurt Emily and made her question her place in his life.
Gabriel’s choice had major consequences. Camille’s pregnancy turned out to be a false alarm. Realizing his mistake, Gabriel had an epiphany in the final moments of the season. He understood that he truly wanted to be with Emily after all. However, his realization seemed to come too late.
Tired of not being a priority, Emily made a decisive move. She accepted Sylvie’s offer and left Paris for Rome. She did not go alone. The season ended with Emily beginning a new romantic adventure with Marcello, choosing to explore the potential of this new relationship.
Creator Darren Star explained the shift, saying, “This season is a tale of two cities: Rome and Paris. Straddling both, Emily takes love and life to the next level.”
Where the Main Characters Stand
As Season 5 begins, the characters are in new and evolving situations.
- Emily Cooper: She is now the head of Agence Grateau’s new Rome office. Professionally, she is navigating this big career step. Personally, she is exploring a fresh romance with Marcello while Gabriel hopes to win her back.
- Gabriel: After his last-minute change of heart, Gabriel is determined to fight for Emily. He must now deal with what the show’s star, Lily Collins, calls “the repercussions of his choice”.
- Mindy Chen: Emily’s best friend chose to stay in Paris. She declined an offer to be a judge on the TV show Pop Star to continue building her music career locally.
- Sylvie Grateau: Sylvie’s marriage to Laurent G. faced strain in Season 4 due to business disagreements and the arrival of Laurent’s daughter, Geneviève. Her professional focus is now split between Paris and the new Rome venture.
- Alfie: After he and Emily decided to stop dating, Alfie’s path is set for a surprising twist. Teasers for Season 5 hint at a potential romantic connection between Alfie and Mindy.
- Marcello: The Italian businessman who captured Emily’s heart is now her partner in Rome. Their relationship is expected to develop further, presenting a real challenge to Emily’s past with Gabriel.
New Faces and Cast Changes for Season 5
The move to Rome introduces new characters. Bryan Greenberg joins the cast as Jake, an American living in Paris. Michèle Laroque will play Yvette, an old friend of Sylvie’s. Academy Award-nominated actor Minnie Driver also joins the series as Princess Jane, a friend of Sylvie’s who married into royalty.
Notably, Camille Razat will not return for Season 5. The actress stated that she felt her character’s story had reached a “natural finish”. Her departure was confirmed by creator Darren Star.
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What to Expect in the New Season
The first minutes of Season 5 pick up with Emily in Rome, seen in a sneak peek gazing at the city with Marcello. The official description hints at challenges ahead: a work idea backfires, leading to both heartbreak and career problems. A big secret also threatens one of Emily’s closest relationships.
While the setting expands, the show is not leaving Paris behind. Darren Star has clarified that the series will continue to feature both cities. As for the love triangle, Star has teased “interesting, surprising developments” in Emily’s love life.
All 10 episodes of Emily in Paris Season 5 will be available for streaming on Netflix on December 18.
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