Emily in Paris Season 5: Will It Happen?
The future of Emily in Paris season 5 on Netflix has been a topic of interest, especially as addressed by series director Andrew Fleming. The popular Netflix series stars Lily Collins as Emily, an American woman who joins a Parisian marketing firm to offer her unique American perspective. With four seasons available on the platform—the latest of which premiered on September 12—the show’s leading cast includes Collins alongside Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu, Ashley Park, Samuel Arnold, Bruno Gouery, Lucas Bravo, Camille Razat, and Lucien Laviscount.
Director’s Uncertainty About Season 5
In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, director Andrew Fleming expressed uncertainty about the likelihood of a fifth season. When asked about the prospects of season 5, Fleming stated he had “no news to share,” adding that “nobody does.” He emphasized that the decision rests with Netflix, indicating that the future of the series was unclear at that time. However, since Fleming’s comments, Emily in Paris has officially been renewed for a fifth season. Here’s Fleming’s full quote:
“Well, I have no news to share. Nobody does. I think we feel hopeful that there’ll be more. I mean, it’s really in Netflix’s hand at the moment. I certainly hope so.”
What This Means for Emily in Paris’ Future
Previous Security in Renewals
Although Fleming’s uncertainty about the show’s future was initially concerning, the subsequent renewal for season 5 has proven his optimism correct. Netflix announced the renewal shortly after Fleming’s interview, even though he was previously unsure. In the past, Emily in Paris had a more secure renewal path. For example, in January 2022, just a month after season 2’s release, Netflix renewed the series for both season 3 and season 4, providing a sense of stability and continuity for the show. Prior to the recent renewal, viewership numbers for the end of season 4 had not been publicly disclosed, leaving the show’s future in doubt.
Mixed Audience Reception
Surprising Renewal Amidst Reviews
Despite the confirmation of Emily in Paris season 5, the renewal comes as a surprise given the series’ mixed audience reception. On Rotten Tomatoes, the show holds a 49% Popcornmeter rating, with season 4 receiving particularly low audience scores at 46%. Despite the creators’ intentions to continue the storyline, the negative reviews seemed to endanger the series’ continuation. Nevertheless, Netflix’s decision to renew the show indicates their confidence in its potential, promising audiences more of Emily’s romantic and professional escapades.
Source: Entertainment Weekly
Emily in Paris
- Romance
- Comedy
- Drama
Netflix's Emily In Paris is a comedy series starring Lily Collins as Emily Cooper, a college graduate who travels from Chicago to Paris when she lands a one-in-a-lifetime job opportunity that allows her to enjoy French culture and glamour while she overhauls a local marketing firm. From the mind of Beverly Hills 90210 and Sex and the City creator Darren Star, Emily In Paris takes a tongue-in-cheek look at the cultural differences between the United States and France.