'Emily in Paris' Season 5: Everything We Know

Emily in Paris's fourth season was a game-changer: Not only was it released in two parts, but it also introduced a major switch-up for the American abroad by taking her travels to Italy. Netflix's most fashionable series returned with several exciting new characters (including a dreamy new Italian love interest for Emily) as the social media marketing exec finally used her PTO for a getaway to Rome.

Of course, superfans who immediately binged the guilty pleasure TV show are now clamoring for news of Emily's future, especially after that tease of a possible change to Emily in Rome. Below, read on for everything we know about Emily in Paris season 5 so far.

Has 'Emily in Paris' been renewed for season 5?

Oui oui! Several days after season 4 part 2 premiered on Netflix in September 2024, the streaming service announced a fifth installment was confirmed.

The streaming service shared a cheeky video of Emily herself, Lily Collins, on Tudum to celebrate the news. In the clip, the star—sporting a chic, blunt bob—sits at an Italian cafe and says, "There's no place like Rome," before taking a sip from an espresso cup with "5" printed on the bottom. Netflix also shared photos of the announcement on Instagram.

Creator Darren Star also shared a statement with Netflix's Tudum. "We’re thrilled with the incredible response to this season of Emily in Paris and excited to return for a fifth to continue Emily’s adventures in Rome and Paris!” he said.

It makes sense that the show will return, since season 4, part 1 racked up 792 million minutes viewed in the United States in its premiere week, per The Hollywood Reporter.

In speaking to Tudum, Star confirmed that, although the show won't entirely rebrand to Emily in Rome, Collins' character will continue spending time in Italy. “Emily’s going to have a presence in Rome,” he shared. “It doesn’t mean she’s not going to be in Paris, but she’s going to have a presence in Rome.”

He added that her Roman holiday allows the series "to have a bigger footprint," as well as "stay ahead of the audience and take them to unexpected places."

When is 'Emily in Paris' season 5 coming out?

Joyeux Noël! Emily in Paris will arrive just in time for the holiday season! Netflix announced in late August that season 5 of its hit rom-com series will officially return on Thursday, December 18. The streamer shared the good news along with a handful of first-look images of the new episodes—teasing its new setting in Venice (more on that below)—which are scattered throughout this post.

Who will be in the cast of 'Emily in Paris' season 5?

Almost all of the series's central cast will return in season 5, including Lily Collins (Emily), Ashley Park (Mindy), Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu (Sylvie), Samuel Arnold (Julien), Bruno Gouery (Luc), Lucas Bravo (Gabriel), William Abadie (Antoine Lambert), and Lucien Laviscount (Alfie). Several recurring actors are also set to appear: Arnaud Binard, who plays Sylvie's husband, Laurent G, and Paul Forman, who plays Nico. Fans may remember that Nico broke Mindy's heart at the end of last season, so we'll be curious to see what the next chapter is in their story.

As for last season's refreshing newcomers, Eugenio Franceschini (Marcello) and Thalia Besson (Genevieve), they'll both be back, as well.

Unfortunately, one fan-favorite, long-running cast member won't return: Camille Razat, who played Camille. She was a series regular for the first four seasons, playing Emily’s onetime friend and main rival for Gabriel’s heart. After season 4 wrapped, it seemed possible she could take a back seat in the future or not return. Speaking with Glamour following the last installment, Darren Star revealed that he "doesn't know" how much Camille will be in future episodes after she discovered that she wasn't pregnant with Gabriel's baby and instead decided to adopt.

"I think the idea that she thought she was going to have a baby, and then to have dealt with that disappointment, and then to discover there was a way to do it with Gabriel that he didn’t want to pursue—[as a result], she realized this was something that she wanted to do on her own," Star told the outlet. "So I don’t know what’s going to happen with her in season 5. I’m not sure how much we’ll see of that story right now. But that’s sort of where she’s heading."

Then, in April 2025, Razat confirmed the news with a heartfelt post on Instagram. She shared a handful of photos of herself and her former castmates on set and spending time together in sweet behind-the-scenes moments. In the caption, she wrote, "After an incredible journey, I’ve made the decision to step away from Emily in Paris. It has been a truly wonderful experience, one filled with growth, creativity, and unforgettable memories."

After thanking the team behind the show, she wrote how much her character meant to her and noted she's taking time to focus on other roles and her production company. "I feel that her storyline has naturally come to an end," she wrote. "It felt like the right moment to explore new horizons."

In the comments of her send-off post, the Emily in Paris crew sent her nothing but warm wishes. Collins wrote, "Love you sister. It’s been a wild ride and an absolute pleasure. You’re a rockstar. So proud of you."

Laviscount, meanwhile, shared a lengthy, thoughtful note: "From day one you’ve been my rider on this show. Your passion for story telling, your dark sense of humour, your unwavering ability to stay true to yourself, when everything’s pushing you in a different direction. You’re special Camille and I feel absolutely honoured to of been able to dance with you these past seasons. Keep on shining. I’m going to miss laughing with you. I’m cheering you on in everything you do."

Another name who won't be back is season 4 guest star and longtime English actor Rupert Everett, who played Italian fashion designer Giorgio Barbieri. While speaking on a panel at Marateale, an Italian film festival, he alleged the show told him he would potentially be invited back, but then never received a call, per Vanity Fair. He later told PEOPLE in a statement that he was not "fired," and that his comments were lost in translation—but still, we won't see more of the actor.

For a while, it was uncertain whether Bravo would be back. However, we now know that Lucas's story will continue, but the French star kept fans on their toes for a while. In 2024, he told the French publication Le Figaro in an interview that he was frustrated with Emily and Gabriel's romantic storyline. He also noted his concern that fans may tire of the couple's will-they-won't-they tension and communication issues.

"People see this mechanism coming from miles away, and I don't want to be part of a cog that tends not to consider the intelligence of the audience," he explained, per The Independent. "Life is short. It takes five months to shoot this series. Do I want to sacrifice them by telling [a story] that does not stimulate me? I don’t really like what it’s becoming and where this storyline is going."

Bravo also conceded that he doesn't have much control over his Emily in Paris character's arc, hinting that he may prefer to be in a project that gives him more creative input. "I don’t really have any freedom [in Emily in Paris] and as people are starting to give it to me elsewhere, I am getting a taste for it," he said, adding, "I don’t understand [Gabriel] anymore. But we’ll see...Darren [Star] has plans. I’m just following it."

Nevertheless, we will see the next chapter in Emily and Gabriel's story, so we'll have to wait to see if the show's writers heard the actor's gripes.

Who are the new cast members in 'Emily in Paris' season 5?

Though season 5 is saying farewell to a beloved regular, it's also adding new, exciting names to the cast. In May, Variety reported that Oscar-nominated actress Minnie Driver has joined the series. What's more intriguing? The British star will be playing royalty. According to the outlet, she'll portray Princess Jane, "a friend of Sylvie’s who married into a royal family."

She's not the only name joining the show. In July, Deadline announced two more new additions: Suits LA actor Bryan Greenberg and French actress/comedian Michèle Laroque. According to the outlet, Greenberg will play "Jake, an American living in Paris," and Laroque's role is Yvette, one of Sylvie's old friends.

We'll have to see if more names are joining the ensemble in the coming weeks.

What will 'Emily in Paris' season 5 be about?

When Netflix confirmed the season 5 premiere date, it shared an official synopsis: "Now the head of Agence Grateau Rome, Emily faces professional and romantic challenges as she adapts to life in a new city. But just as everything falls into place, a work idea backfires, and the fallout cascades into heartbreak and career setbacks. Seeking stability, Emily leans into her French lifestyle, until a big secret threatens one of her closest relationships. Tackling conflict with honesty, Emily emerges with deeper connections, renewed clarity, and a readiness to embrace new possibilities."

Beyond the official description, Netflix confirmed in a press release that some episodes will be set in Venice. And, aas fans may remember, Emily in Paris's season 4, part 2 finale ended several threads hanging for the series to pick up in future episodes. In Rome, she's been focusing on a six-month contract with Muratori (a.k.a. her new beau Marcello's family business). Meanwhile, Mindy is back in Shanghai for the first time in years after a viral clip got her an offer to serve as a judge in the same singing competition that brought about her self-imposed exile.

Also, in a truly romantic cliffhanger, Gabriel is headed to Rome to try to win Emily back, after Alfie of all people (who's now happily taken) urged him not to "let your pride and misunderstanding get in the way of the greatest girl in the world." Gabriel will face an uphill battle, though, as Emily and Marcello are stronger than ever after they moved past Emily's work-life balance issues.

Despite that ending shot of Emily leaving her phone behind for a ride on Marcello's Vespa, Star confirmed that Emily's move to Rome is not permanent, in a post-season interview with The Hollywood Reporter.

"We’ll spend some time in Rome. But she did not change her Instagram handle to Emily in Rome," he told the outlet. "Agence Grateau opened an office in Rome. They can be in more than one city, and Emily can spend time in Rome. She can spend time in Paris, too. She’s not leaving Paris."

Starr reiterated that Emily will return to Paris while speaking with Glamour, and promised at least a few more episodes in Italy. "I think we will definitely see more Emily in Rome if we have a season 5," Starr told the outlet. "Emily [is now] there. There’s an office, and I think the story is taking us there for the moment. So we will spend more time in Italy, but it doesn’t mean we’re leaving Paris."

Starr also dropped some hints about season 5's potential storylines, including the reveal of Alfie's girlfriend and confirmation that Alfie will definitely be back in new episodes (yay!). When asked whether the mystery girlfriend will show up, Star teased, "We'll discover next season."