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“Paris is always a good idea,” said Audrey Hepburn in Billy Wilder’s 1954 flick Sabrina, but let’s be real—Emily in Paris has taken that idea and turned it into a Netflix cocktail that’s part chaos, part glamour, and entirely addictive. It’s like you’ve had the most delicious glass of rosé and now you’re scrambling to catch up with all the drama, romance, and French clichés that somehow feel like a breath of fresh air.

From the moment Emily arrives in the City of Lights, she dives headfirst into a pool of glitter, lattes, love triangles, and picture-perfect disasters that are just begging to be shared on Instagram.

Lily Collins and Eugenio Franceschini in Emily in Paris | Credit: Netflix

We’re talking about a show that turned basic wardrobe envy into an art form, paired with so many romantic entanglements, that you need a spreadsheet to keep track.

Some things in life just seem to get better with age—wine, cheese, and apparently, Emily in Paris. There’s something almost hypnotic about this Netflix series. Maybe it’s the vibrant shots of the city, the whirlwind romance, or Emily’s perfect Parisian outfits. If you’re one of those who devoured the fourth season quicker than you can say “bonjour”, we have some thrilling news for you: Emily is back for Season 5.

And no, it’s not just more of Emily’s adventures in the City of Lights—get ready for a little Italian flair as the series heads to Rome.

Lily Collins in Emily in Paris | Credit: Netflix

Emily’s relationships have always been at the heart of the show, and Season 4 didn’t disappoint. From Gabriel’s baby bombshell to the love triangle that might turn into a square, the drama was hotter than the summer sun over Paris.

The creative team behind Emily in Paris is hard at work on the show’s upcoming fifth season, and it seems they have some exciting plans in place for one beloved member of the cast who was criminally underutilized in the show’s fourth season!

Deadline has reported Lucien Laviscount will be returning for Emily in Paris season 5 and not just in a guest role. Per the report, Laviscount is returning as a series regular which seems to hint we hopefully will be seeing more of British transplant Alfie in the next season.

While Alfie was a part of season 4, Lasiscount’s role in the show’s more recent season was seriously reduced which was due in part to his status shifting to recurring for season 4. The fourth season of Emily in Paris saw Emily and Alfie officially calling it quits after the fallout of the season 3 finale.

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Netflix is working on the upcoming fifth season of Emily in Paris and it has been confirmed that Lucien Laviscount will be back as a series regular, though Lucas Bravo‘s status is still unknown.

Lucien joined the show in season two as Alfie, a new British love interest for Emily. While he was upped to series regular in season three, he bumped down to a recurring status in season four because of scheduling issues.

Deadline reports that he will be back as a series regular for the fifth season, though it’s not yet clear if he’ll still be a love interest for Emily or if he’s mainly there as Antoine’s business associate.

So, what about Lucas as Gabriel?

Keep reading to find out more…

At the end of season four, Gabriel has a revelation that he wants to be with Emily, but Lucas doesn’t...

Exclusive: That looming new love triangle for Emily may become a rectangle. Fan favorite Alfie will have a larger presence in the upcoming fifth season as the actor who portrays him, Lucien Laviscount, has made a deal to rejoin the cast as a series regular, Deadline has learned.

Alfie, a sarcastic and charmingly cynical British transplant to Paris, was introduced in Season 2 of the hit Netflix romantic comedy series as a recurring character. Brit Laviscount was upped to a series regular in Season 3 as Emily (Lily Collins) found herself torn between him and her longtime crush, Gabriel (Lucas Bravo). Largely for scheduling reasons, Laviscount again became recurring in Season 4, appearing in four episodes, including the season premiere and finale.

Season 4 kicked off with Emily trying to make amends with Alfie after the bombshell at Camille and Gabriel’s ill-fated wedding. He was finally ready to forgive Emily and take her back at the masquerade ball,...

Newen Studios, a French media group wholly owned by TF1, is entering a new era in which theatrical movies and the international world will play a bigger role.

After welcoming in April Pierre Branco, former country manager for Warner Bros Discovery in France, Benelux and Africa, as its new CEO in April, the company is rebranding as Studio TF1, reflecting its expanded global reach and ambition. The company, which was previously involved in distribution in cinemas via its partnership with French studio Ugc, will now be fully moving into theatrical distribution starting in 2026 as part of its mandate to ramp up film production and distribution.

“In this market which is undergoing radical transformation and consolidation, we’re convinced that it’s important to emerge, to have an image that speaks for itself, a name that speaks for itself, and also to be associated with solidity, with a partner with whom we want to work,...

When Netflix first started releasing its own original scripted content, the streamer did so with the revolutionary concept of binge-watching. Every episode was released all at once! We didn't have to wait a week in between new episodes! We could watch at our own pace! It was great, and still is, but Netflix has introduced a new release pattern for some of its shows: the split season.

Netflix introduced the two-part release strategy for its shows long before the actors' and writers' strikes impacted the film and television industry in 2023. Money Heist released its seasons in parts, as did comedies The Ranch and Fuller House, but those instances of split seasons were nothing compared to those we're seeing now.

The decision to divide Stranger Things season 4 into two parts in the summer of 2022 seemed to ignite the idea and put it into practice in a major way.The Witcher season...

Sources said 'Emily in Paris' will go on with or without Lucas Bravo.NETFLIXLucas Bravo Revealed What Seemingly Changed on 'Emily in Paris'Lucas Bravo has been playing Gabriel's role on the hit Netflix series.Netflix

Speaking in an interview with Indiewire, Lucas Bravo — who has been playing the role of Gabriel on the hit Netflix series Emily in Paris since Season 1 — reflected on portraying his character and their current relationship.

"The ‘s--- chef' was very much part of me in Season 1 and we grew apart season after season because of the choices he makes and because of the direction they make him take," said Bravo. "I've never been so far away from him."

The 36-year-old French star continued, "In Season 1, there was a lot of me in him. But as they made him kind of unaware of his surroundings, of the dynamic, always victimizing and always being completely lost in...

In “Freedom,” Bruno Sulak’s life unfolds in the setting of France on the edge of social upheaval in the late 1970s and early 1980s, like a tapestry made of threads of courage and charm. Sulak, a figure of both infamy and fascination, emerges as a thief and a modern-day Robin Hood, representing a paradox of infamy and civility.

What does it mean to be free in a world where rules and laws keep people in line? His adventures, marked by a friendly smile and a dislike of violence, invite us to ponder the nature of freedom. The film skillfully captures the romanticism surrounding his exploits, drawing a picture oscillating between admiration and moral ambiguity as he navigates the dangerous waters of crime.

Melanie Laurent creates a narrative that teeters on the lines of glitz and grit in her debut as a director. Her idea, which she worked on with co-writer Christophe Deslandes,...

Rolling off the streaming debut of its first French original series “The Confidante” and docu “Breaking the Bank,” Max announced two new French shows, and a Spring launch in Turkey during a panel discussion at Content London.

In Turkey, Max will bring together BluTV, a local SVOD service which it acquired last year, with HBO Originals, as well returning seasons of BluTV’s beloved local productions, Türkiye streaming originals, Warner Bros. movies, DC Universe, and true crime and documentaries.

Max is already present in 74 markets with over 110 million subscribers. The streamer will bow in “three of the biggest European markets coming in 2026,” the company said.

The inaugural slate of the service in Turkey will include “Prince” season 3 and “Magarsus” season 2. It will also include “The First Gokturk,” a fantasy anthology weaving Turkish and nomadic history, created by Alper Çağlar.

Deniz Şaşmaz Oflaz, Wbd’s VP of local original productions, local...

Exclusive: Here’s your first look at Diane Kruger and Anamaria Vartolomei in Merteuil, Max’s anticipated reimagining of Pierre Choderlos de Laclos’s classic novel Les Liaisons Dangereuses (Dangerous Liasions).

We can reveal today that the series will be titled The Seduction in all territories outside of France and will launch in the second half of 2025. Filming continues in France until the end of this month.

Also starring are Vincent Lacoste, Lucas Bravo, Julien De Saint Jean, Noée Abita, Fantine Harduin, and Patrick d’Assumçao.

The synopsis reads: “To be the hero of your own story, you sometimes have to be the villain in others. Marquise de Merteuil, betrayed by Valmont, embarks on a daring journey to become Paris’ leading courtesan.”

Max has described its first French Original drama as a free adaptation of Laclos’s steamy novel and “an exploration of the price of emotional and sexual freedom — in...

When the dawn of a new year approaches and you take stock of the shows yet to be renewed or canceled, you never want to jinx these shows by predicting their fate. As an outspoken Emily in Paris fan, I don't want to put it out into the universe that the show — gulp — ends with season 5 or gets abruptly canceled, but sometimes... you have to call it like you see it.

It's a reality that as shows age, they are more likely to either get the plug pulled or end naturally with a final season. For avid television watchers, that's the circle of life on the small screen, save for a small population of outliers. Other shows that aren't so lucky to reach veteran status could find themselves teetering on the edge of no return, while some are sadly sitting ducks no matter how beloved.

In spite of Netflix's...

Emily in Paris will be back for Season 5. The Paris (and now-Rome set) rom-com series dropped Part 2 of Season 4 on September 12. Netflix didn’t take long to announce the fate of the series. The streamer announced the show’s renewal just days after Part 2 was released. The show has become one of Netflix’s darlings, and Emily’s (Lily Collins) adventures will continue! But there’s been some drama in recently weeks, mainly over how Lucas Bravo really feels about the series. So, is he coming back? Here’s a rundown of everything we know about Emily in Paris Season 5. Will there be an Emily in Paris Season 5? Netflix has confirmed that Emily in Paris will return for a fifth season. Collins announced the renewal on September 16 during her spot on Good Morning America. “There is breaking news!” the actress said. “For the first time, I get to talk...

Even though the scenery might be changing a little bit for Emily in the next season, her adventures abroad in romance and career aren't over yet. Following the two-part release of season 4 in August and September 2024, Emily in Paris will be back for season 5!

The popular Netflix original romantic comedy series, which was nominated for Outstanding Comedy Series at the Emmys for its first season, debuted its strike-delayed fourth season leading up to the fall season. Season 4's highly anticipated return arrived nearly two years after season 3 dropped, but the drama-filled season was more than worth the wait.

In Emily in Paris season 4, the aftermath of Gabriel and Camille's jilted wedding reverberated through their group, with Emily still reeling from the pregnancy reveal and Alfie breaking up with her. While she and Gabriel finally gave their romantic relationship a go, they got lost in translation, and Emily's trip to...

Emily in Paris: Is the Hit Netflix Show Returning to France in Season 5? - Main Image

One of the burning questions that Emily in Paris fans have is whether the titular character will return to France in the upcoming season 5 of the hit series.

The fourth season finale ended with Emily moving to Rome, which puts the show's future in question considering that the title is strongly linked to Paris and made some fans wonder if they will rebrand it to "Emily in Rome."

Is Emily Returning to Paris in Emily in Paris Season 5?

A recent report confirmed that Emily in Paris is still set to film in Paris, France when season 5 begins production in the first week of May next year.

The series will also be partly shot in Rome, Italy given that the titular character will be living there when we see her at the beginning of the next season.

Emily in Paris season 5 now has some major updates, including the filming start window and Lucas Bravo's potential return as Gabriel. The hit Netflix show follows Emily Cooper (Lily Collins), a Chicago marketing executive who tries to juggle her glamorous life in Paris with complicated romantic and professional challenges. Season 4 saw Emily embark on a new adventure, moving to Rome with her new beau Marcello, following her tumultuous love triangle with Gabriel and Camille (Camille Razat). However, recently, Bravo made frustrating comments about the direction of his character, questioning the possibility of returning for Emily in Paris season 5.

Now, Variety revealed that Emily in Paris is coming back to Paris for its upcoming season, although it will also film in Rome, where the titular character left off in the season 4 finale. Filming is set to begin in the first week of May next year with its usual key crew.

Gabriel will appear in the next season of Netflix’s Emily in Paris — despite the fact that portrayer Lucas Bravo recently grumbled to the press about his character having “slowly turned into guacamole.”

In fact, not only will Bravo be back when Emily in Paris begins filming Season 5 in May (in Paris France and Rome, Italy), Gabriel’s Michelin-rated Parisian restaurant will serve as one of the backdrops, sources tell our sister site Variety.

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Well, it’s official. Lucas Bravo is coming back for Emily in Paris season 5 despite going on a smear campaign following the release of the show’s fourth season in which Bravo has made it incredibly clear he’s not a fan of the show’s creative decision.

Filming on the fifth season of Netflix’s beloved romantic comedy is set to begin next summer in France with cameras slated to begin rolling the first week of May 2025. In confirming the start date for filming, Variety has also confirmed that Bravo, who plays Emily’s on-and-off love interest Gabriel on the show, will be coming back for the upcoming fifth season… though, we’re not exactly happy with the news if we’re being completely honest.

As fans who have been keeping up with the drama know, Bravo has been openly putting down the show in the last several months...

Lucas Bravo sparked concern that he’d be exiting Emily in Paris as hot French chef Gabriel ahead of the show’s fifth season.

A report claimed he was considering leaving the Netflix TV show behind, despite his character’s season four revelation that he wants to be with Emily.

Now, we have more info.

Keep reading to find out more…

Variety is reporting that Lucas will be returning for the show’s fifth season and his restaurant will serve as a main location for the new eps!

A source shared that Lucas was hoping his chef character would more closely resemble another famed TV chef – Carmy from The Bear. The source added that he grew out his hair with hopes to have a similar career trajectory as Jeremy Allen White, the star of The Bear.

The show will film in Paris – as well as Rome – beginning in May of...

French president Emmanuel Macron’s prayers have been answered.

“Emily in Paris” is returning to Paris for its fifth season, although it will also partly shoot in Rome, where the fourth season is set. Filming is due to begin in the first week of May next year with its usual key crew, ensuring the show will retain its French DNA, Variety has learned.

A third chic international destination for the Lily Collins-fronted hit Netflix show is also being explored, along the lines of Saint-Tropez or Megeve, which Collins’ character Emily Cooper visited in the second and fourth seasons, respectively. (Netflix declined to comment).

While French actor Lucas Bravo has been vocal in recent weeks about his frustration over his “Emily in Paris” character — the hot yet sulky French chef Gabriel — the actor is definitely on track to star in Season 5 as of now and his Michelin-rated restaurant will be...

Netflix has submitted a total of 32 TV programs for awards consideration at the upcoming Golden Globes, and 20 for the Screen Actors Guild Awards, Gold Derby has learned exclusively.

Some of the streamer’s notable TV titles include Season 2 of “Squid Game,” the survival thriller starring Emmy and SAG winner Lee Jung-jae; popular new comedy “Nobody Wants This,” about an agnostic woman (Kristen Bell) and an unconventional rabbi (Adam Brody); and “Baby Reindeer,” the buzzy limited series that recently set the Emmys on fire, going home with six trophies. See the full list of submissions below, broken down by show.

Note that the Golden Globes have lead actor and lead actress categories that are separated by TV genres (drama/comedy/limited), but that the supporting actor and supporting actress races encapsulate all genres. As of last year, the organization also now offers an award for the best stand-up comedy special on television.

On bad days when heartbreak seems to make the world too gloomy, there's nothing more comforting than binge-watching a feel-good romance TV show. The long format provides space for creators to flesh out the characters and for the narrative to be further developed, so the story is engrossing. Getting invested in one of the best romance TV shows based on books is the perfect way to deal with feeling low. The warmth of a feel-good romance show almost permeates through the screen like a stray ray of sunshine streaking in through the window on a cold winter morning.

It's not possible to exaggerate how soothing it feels to watch characters go through dramatic highs and lows as they navigate relationships, eventually finding a happy ending for themselves. With complete side characters that make the world of a show feel lived in, and the dynamics well explored, a standard show can also provide good,...

With the exception of maybe Bruno Mars, it would be nearly impossible for any artist to sustain a healthy career with one foot forever planted in the 1980s. And so it came to pass that, after a decade of playful sex comedies, capped with his era-defining “Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown,” that famed flamboyant ally Pedro Almodóvar would reluctantly move into the next decade with a more focused direction. Where, oh where, will we get our goofy, uneven sex satires from now?

Enter salvation in 2024 from an unlikely source: Noémie Merlant, the French performer primarily known for her acting in the achingly somber “Portrait of a Lady on Fire,” takes the reins—with the help of her “Portrait” director Céline Sciamma as co-writer—for “The Balconettes,” a fiery ode to the silliness of Almodóvar’s formative decade, with a distinctly modern take on female autonomy beneath the crushing bulk of patriarchal violence.

Charm drips from every single frame of Melanie Laurent’s 2024 film, Freedom (or Libre in Spanish). Most of the credit for that goes to its lead star, Lucas Bravo of Emily in Paris fame. I am unfamiliar with the Netflix show, but if this movie is anything to go by, the guy is a proper movie star, having both the looks to bring the house down and acting chops to keep you glued to your seat. Laurent has mounted Freedom in a very hyper-stylized manner, that it almost feels like watching a James Bond movie from back in the day. Except Bond is the suave criminal here, and this is a true story. Bruno Sulak, on whom Freedom is based, used to be known as the ‘gentleman robber’ for always maintaining a non-violent approach. We’re going to look into the true story before discussing Freedom‘s ending.

Spoilers Ahead...

Mélanie Laurent’s follow-up to last year’s Wingwomen sees the actress-turned-filmmaker going for the Bonnie and Clyde-style caper in Freedom, a true-crime drama inspired by Bruno Sulak. Dubbed “the gentleman robber”, he earned that nickname since he doesn’t resort to violence and killing his victims upon committing a robbery. Played by the charming Lucas Bravo, best known for his role as Gabriel in TV’s Emily in Paris, his character is first seen robbing a grocery store with the help of his friend and accomplice Drago (Steve Tientchier). His girlfriend Annie (Léa Luce Busato) is responsible for driving as she sits and waits in the getaway car.

Here, Laurent opens her movie with a sensual close-up shot of Annie as the camera rotates while focusing on her pouty red lips and beautiful face, showcasing the director’s firm grasp on magnetic visuals. There’s a buoyant energy during the opening robbery scene,...

“Freedom” is a French romantic thriller movie starring Lucas Bravo and Léa Luce Busato. It is directed by Mélanie Laurent.

The versatile Mélanie Laurent both writes and directs this enchanting film about charming and seductive thieves. Set against the backdrop of the 1980s, it draws inspiration from the life of the renowned thief Bruno Sulak, although, as noted at the beginning of the movie, it is a loose adaptation of the real events and the gang it portrays.

“Freedom” is more than just a thriller; it is, at its heart, a love story, a romantic film filled with impossible loves and poignant tragedies. The central character is a captivating, poetic, and passionate figure who, in addition, harbors ideals. This adaptation of the life of this thief, his gang, and his partner makes its way to Prime Video.

Freedom – Prime Video

About the Film

“Freedom” is a simple yet charming film.

Rather than taking the obvious route with an action-heavy, fictionalized portrait of French thief Bruno Sulak’s criminal misadventures of the late 1970s and early ’80s, filmmaker Mélanie Laurent shrewdly treats “Freedom” as an introspective, tragic romance centered on one man’s purpose and passion. Her creative instincts prove correct, though flawed and not exactly all that unique given the existence of “Heat,” “Thief” and a litany of other titles that traverse similar thematic territory. While she and co-writer Christophe Deslandes hit tonal notes at an efficient pace and introduce fascinating angles connecting the three leads, their spin on true-life events, exploring the psyches behind all involved, barely scratches the surface, leaving its impact severely blunted.

When we first meet rebellious mastermind Bruno, he’s knocking over small-town supermarkets for sport with his getaway-driver girlfriend Annie (Léa Luce Busato) and burly bagman buddy Drago (Steve Tientcheu). They’ve been raking...

A new film directed by Melanie Laurent shines a light on the lesser-known story of French criminal Bruno Sulak. “Freedom” follows Laurent’s decade-long effort to bring Sulak’s narrative to the big screen. Laurent first learned of Sulak over ten years ago and was struck by how he differed from other notorious criminals of his era. Unlike contemporaries who relied on violence, Sulak avoided using weapons and maintained a long-term romantic relationship.

Laurent faced challenges securing the film due to biases in the French film industry. As a woman director presenting a smaller project, studios doubted her vision. Streaming services like Netflix and Prime Video have since created more opportunities for diverse stories. Laurent credits these platforms for embracing filmmakers like herself. “Ten years ago, major directors wanted this film but no one trusted me,” Laurent said.

Actor Lucas Bravo takes on the complex leading role of Sulak. To prepare,...

Mélanie Laurent’s “Freedom” proved to be a liberating production for both the writer/director and her lead star, Lucas Bravo.

“Emily in Paris” breakout star Bravo makes his leading man debut in the Prime Video true crime film inspired by Bruno Sulak. Bravo portrays the infamous thief and con artist who masterminded jewelry-store heists without real guns in 1970s and early-’80s France. Newcomer Léa Luce Busato has her first screen role as Sulak’s getaway driver and girlfriend, Annie.

While Laurent describes “Freedom” as a French take on “Catch Me If You Can,” the filmmaker also told IndieWire the feature is truly more of a love story that is “almost like a rom-com” meets “Bonnie and Clyde.” Yet it took Laurent a decade after Philippe Jaenada’s biography “Sulak,” released in August 2014, to bring her vision to the screen.

“It had all those crazy elements for a movie.

Just when you thought he was finished dragging Emily in Paris during the press tour for his latest movie, Lucas Bravo shared another slight at the fan-favorite, Emmy Award-nominated Netflix original series that helped launch his acting career. And it's a long one.

Following the two-part release of Emily in Paris season 4, Bravo has been openly airing his grievances with the direction his character has taken. Not long after the release of the new season, which saw Emily and Gabriel get together then quickly split, that he didn't agree with the latest version of Gabriel and suggested a distance in his connection with the character.

Most recently, Bravo has been on the promotional circuit for his new movie Libre, and he's honestly answered questions about his role on Emily in Paris, which has thus cast doubt on the possibility that the actor will return for season 5. After calling the show's plots "archaic" and unstimulating,...

“Emily in Paris” star Lucas Bravo said he’s debating returning for the Netflix series’ upcoming fifth season after being “frustrated with the direction” his character, Gabriel, has taken.

“When you love something … you want the best version of it. I’m not going to lie, I’ve been frustrated with the direction by character is taking,” Bravo said in an interview with Indiewire while promoting his upcoming film, “Freedom.” “It makes me question if I want to be part of Season 5 […] because my contract ends at Season 4.”

While Bravo noted “the ‘sexy chef’ was very much part of [him] in Season 1,'” the turns his character has taken in the subsequent installments have created distance between the actor and Gabriel. “I’ve never been so far away from him.” Season 4, which debuted in two parts in August and September, saw Gabriel and Emily (Lily Collins) finally get together for a fleeting moment before breaking up,...

Lucas Bravo is getting candid about his thoughts on the direction his Emily in Paris character, Gabriel, is going.

The actor previously told The Hollywood Reporter that he was hoping for some growth for Gabriel in season five of the Netflix series because “he made a few choices that made me kind of grow away from him. We were very much alike in season one, but now, I don’t really know. I think I feel like he needs to get his shit together.”

In a more recent conversation with IndieWire tied to his upcoming film Freedom from Mélanie Laurent, the Ticket to Paradise actor expanded on that sentiment, explaining that he isn’t very proud of the choices the “sexy chef” has been making.

“I’ve never been so far away from him,” Bravo told the publication. “As they made him kind of unaware of his surroundings, of the dynamic,...

Emily in Paris: Will Lucas Bravo Return in Season 5? Actor Expresses Uncertainty - Main Image

As we're heading to the highly-anticipated season 5 of Emily in Paris, Lucas Bravo is feeling uncertainty regarding his future in the hit Netflix series.

Long-time viewers of Emily in Paris know that Bravo's character "sexy chef" Gabriel has been a staple of the series as he's caught up in a will they/won't they relationship with Emily Cooper.

Lucas Bravo Gets Candid on His Emily in Paris Role

In a recent interview, Bravo gets candid on his experience working in Emily in Paris and how his character Gabriel has been treated in the recent seasons.

While he is indebted to the series for giving him worldwide recognition, he felt that the series has evolved differently beyond what was originally intended.

"The ‘sexy chef’ was very much part of me in Season 1 and we...

Emily in Paris star Lucas Bravo is unsure whether he wants to return to Netflix’s hit romantic dramedy. In a new interview, the actor stated that playing Gabriel “is not fun anymore,” leaving the character’s fate up in the air as the series preps for Season 5.

“The ‘sexy chef’ was very much part of me in Season 1 and we grew apart season after season because of the choices he makes and because of the direction they make him take,” the actor told IndieWire. “As they made him kind of unaware of his surroundings, of the dynamic, always victimizing...

Emily In Paris Star Lucas Bravo Vents About The Poor Execution Of His Character, Gabriel ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Lily Collins led Emily in Paris, a popular show on Netflix, and people watch it for the picturesque locations and the juice on-again-off-again romance. Lucas Bravo, who is adored in the role of Gabriel, has recently expressed his lack of interest in returning for the show’s Season 5. He is apparently unhappy with how his character has been developed, and Bravo is no longer excited about the role. Scroll below for the deets.

The show began in 2020 and there are four seasons as of now. The latest season came out this year only. The rom-com drama revolves around Lily’s aspiring marketing executive, Emily Cooper. She is an American who moves to Paris to provide an American perception to a French marketing firm. The love triangle between Lily, Lucas, and Lucien Laviscount...

Lucas Bravo, who plays fan-favorite Gabriel on Emily in Paris, opens up about his frustrations with the creative direction of the show ahead of season 5, hinting at the possibility of not returning for the next installment. The hit Netflix series, created by Darren Star, follows an ambitious marketing executive, Emily Cooper (Lily Collins), as she navigates her new life in Paris. Gabriel, a charming chef and neighbor, was Emily's love interest and, initially, a lighthearted and playful character. It seems, however, that over time the writing turned Gabriel into a melancholic, passive character, according to Bravo.

In a candid interview with IndieWire while promoting Mlanie Laurent's true-crime film, Freedom, Bravo spoke about his experience working on Emily in Paris, saying that although he feels indebted to the series for marking his breakout role, he feels that he doesn't recognize both the show or the character he first signed up to play.

Lucas Bravo is questioning if he wants to continue being part of Emily in Paris and acknowledges playing Gabriel “is not fun anymore.”

In a new interview, the actor shared his gripe over his character’s direction since the Darren Star-created show premiered on Netflix in 2020.

“The ‘sexy chef’ was very much part of me in Season 1 and we grew apart season after season because of the choices he makes and because of the direction they make him take. I’ve never been so far away from him,” Bravo said in an interview with Indie Wire.

Bravo reflected that in Season 1 “there was a lot of me in [Gabriel]” but have since “made him kind of unaware of his surroundings” and “always victimizing” him. The actor also said that Gabriel is “being manipulated by everyone” which made filming the show not exciting for him.

“It kind of became not fun for...

It might be au revoir to Emily in Paris for Lucas Bravo. The 36-year-old French actor is over the “lack of communication” keeping his character, Gabriel, and Emily Cooper (Lily Collins) apart. So much, in fact, that he’s ready for acting jobs outside the Netflix original series as Gabriel and Emily’s “archaic” storyline continues.

Gabriel and Emily’s ‘lack of communication’ is dated to Lucas Bravo

Bravo didn’t hold back in an interview with French publication Le Figaro. The Emily in Paris star, who has played Gabriel since the show began in 2020, shared his frustration about Emily and Gabriel’s romance in season 4, which hit Netflix in August 2024.

“Everything is based on a lack of communication,” he told the publication (via The Independent). Remember when Gabriel ditched skiing newbie Emily on the slopes? Or when he argued with her in French as she stood by unsure of what he said?...

Lucas Bravo is questioning how much freedom he has on “Emily in Paris” – and whether or not he wants to return to the hit Netflix series for its fifth season.

Bravo told IndieWire while promoting Mélanie Laurent’s true crime film “Freedom” that while he is indebted to “Emily in Paris” for marking his breakout role as chef Gabriel, he thinks his character has been “slowly turned into guacamole.”

And the food parallels don’t stop there: According to Bravo, the Lily Collins-led show has become rife with narrative “souffles,” or a “lack of risk” with the character arcs. In turn, Bravo doesn’t recognize both the show and the character he first signed up to play.

“The ‘sexy chef’ was very much part of me in Season 1 and we grew apart season after season because of the choices he makes and because of the direction they make him take.

This frothy film tells the true-crime story of the so-called polite bandit Bruno Sulak, who goes on a crime spree in 1980s France, but insists his gang never fire their guns

Fast-rising French star Lucas Bravo, best known so far for playing love interest chef Gabriel in the series Emily in Paris, plays polite armed robber Bruno Sulak in this frothy true-crime story. Set largely in a version of the 1980s where everyone avoids wearing the most heinous trends of the time (and instead rock all the chic 80s styles designers have been reviving recently such as huge feather earrings and animal print) the story apparently sticks reasonably close to the historical record as it tracks Sulak’s career.

The handsome bandit specialises at first in robbing les supermarchés in the sticks. His gang includes stalwart wingman Drago (busy character actor Steve Tientcheu) and Bruno’s girlfriend/getaway driver Annie.

As Emily in Paris fans know and have been anxiously awaiting, the hit Netflix original romantic comedy series was renewed for season 5 back in September. The renewal arrived not long after the season 4 finale, which perfectly set up the next season with Emily's new life in Rome with Marcello and her old life in Paris with Gabriel trying to get her back.

Well, Emily potentially won't have to worry about being wooed by her recent past in season 5 based on an new interview from Gabriel actor Lucas Bravo. While promoting his new movie Libre, Bravo spoke with the French publication Figaro TV Magazine and expressed his newfound disinterest in his role on Emily in Paris. Will he leave the show?

Nothing's official regarding a possible departure from the series, but the actor's latest interview paints a pretty obvious picture about where he stands with the Netflix series that helped launch his career.

Lucas Bravo became a fan-favorite actor for his portrayal of Gabriel in Netflix’s hit series Emily in Paris.

The 36-year-old French star joined the show in its first season, playing the dreamy chef who falls for the titular character, played by Lily Collins.

Following news that the show was renewed for a fifth season last month, fans might be wondering if Lucas will return as Gabriel with the rest of the cast. In fact, Us Weekly reported that he was seemingly considering moving on.

However, in a new interview Lucas addressed his plans with the show. While he did admit to having some hesitations about Gabriel’s character development, he was very clear about his future on the show.

Keep reading to find out more…

Speaking to Telegraph, Lucas said that he was tempted to move on for a “tiny moment” when his character’s story got a little down.

Prime Video has announced the lineup of movies and TV shows that will be available on the service in November. The Prime Video November 2024 lineup includes new Amazon original movies, TV shows, and specials. Below, you can also view the titles available on Amazon Freevee.

Members can look forward to Citadel: Honey Bunny, Cross, Cruel Intentions, Dinner Club Season 3, Libre, Look Back, My Old Ass, Wish List Games, and more.

Prime Video Originals

The Prime Video November 2024 programming includes the following Originals.

Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words (2024 – Streaming October 31)

Megan Thee Stallion: In Her Words offers unprecedented access to the multi-faceted woman behind the persona. Follow the Houston native’s journey on the road to stardom as she tenaciously navigates fame, grief, pressure, and success.

The documentary unpacks Megan’s most vulnerable moments in a powerful way that allows fans to meet the real Megan Pete.

Libre

Libre (2024 – Streaming...

November 2024 brings an exciting lineup of Prime Video Originals, featuring a diverse range of films and series that cater to various tastes. Kicking off the month is Freedom on November 1, a gripping French thriller inspired by the true story of a notorious gangster, featuring a strong cast led by Lucas Bravo. Following this, on November 7, the Hindi action series Citadel (Honey Bunny), a spin-off of the acclaimed original, delves into the world of international spies with stars Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Varun Dhawan. The disaster film Every Minute Counts arrives on November 8, chronicling the aftermath of the 1985 Mexico City earthquake.

On November 10, the documentary series German Cocaine Cowboy examines the rise of gangster Joe Marx within the Cali cartel. Other highlights include the thriller series Cross on November 14, the action-adventure film Red One on November 15, and the intriguing docu-film Billions Mike on November 17. Comedy fans can look forward to Jeff Dunham...

Kelly Clarkson starts Tuesday’s episode with a “Kellyoke” performance of Sarah McLachlan’s “Building a Mystery.” The guests include singer Ciara and actor Lucas Bravo. Also joining the show are magician Shin Lim and Mother Pigeon, with the band Hurray for the Riff Raff performing. Additionally, the episode features a segment on “All-Time Influencers.” Plus what’s […]

The Kelly Clarkson Show: Ciara, Lucas Bravo...

Emily in Paris season 4, part 2 has viewers wondering more about the newly introduced Genevive and the actor who plays her, Thalia Besson. For the most part, Emily in Paris' cast of characters didn't change too much in the fourth outing. Aside from Genevive, Laurent G's (Arnaud Binard) daughter, Emily's new love interest, Marcello Muratori (Eugenio Franceschini), was the biggest addition to the rom-com's ensemble. Given Emily in Paris season 4, part 2's ending, it seems like both Genevive and Marcello will have even more significant roles in the show's fifth season.

In the wake of a devastating breakup with Gabriel (Lucas Bravo), Emily (Lily Collins) tries even harder to keep her personal and professional lives separate. Although that seems to work for a little while, Marcello's family business, the Umberto Muratori cashmere company, complicates things. With Sylvie's encouragement, Emily winds up pitching the Agence Grateau marketing form to the Muratori family.

With its fourth season, Emily in Paris broke two major rules the show seemed to set for itself in its first few outings. Picking where Emily in Paris season 4, part 1 ended, the second half of the fourth outing introduced the Netflix series' first real villain and moved Emily in Paris' cast of characters to a brand-new location outside the City of Light. In part 2, Emily (Lily Collins) breaks up with Gabriel (Lucas Bravo) when Camille's (Camille Razat) pregnancy complicates the trio's dynamic a bit too much. Finally, Camille reveals her pregnancy was a false positive.

What happens to Camille in Emily in Paris doesn't seem to interest the show as much as Emily's next big romance with Marcello Muratori (Eugenio Franceschini), a wealthy businessman from Rome. In the wake of her break up with Gabriel, Emily tries to keep her personal and professional lives separate. While Emily succeeds (for a...

Emily in Paris season 4's finale has viewers wondering what, exactly, the Netflix show's big move to Rome, Italy, means for the series' future. In the wake of Emily in Paris season 4, part 2's ending, Netflix was quick to renew the show for a fifth outing. However, Emily Cooper's (Lily Collins) upcoming adventure is going to look a lot different from previous seasons. Created by Darren Star (Sex and the City), Emily in Paris' cast of characters is led by Emily, a Chicagoan who moves overseas to provide her unique American perspective to a French marketing firm.

Despite never learning the language, Emily becomes entangled in Parisian life. Forever failing upward, Emily winds up on her boss, Sylvie's (Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu), good side; lands an incredible apartment; and has several whirlwind romances, including one with a burgeoning chef, Gabriel (Lucas Bravo). While Emily and Gabriel's relationship (and love triangle...

On Sunday September 22 2024, CBS broadcasts Made in Hollywood!

Never Let Go; Emily in Paris: Season 4 Part 2; My Old A… Season 20 Episode 3 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Made in Hollywood” promises an exciting lineup as it features the highly anticipated segment titled “Never Let Go; Emily in Paris: Season 4 Part 2; My Old A…”. This episode will air on CBS and is set to showcase a mix of talent from both the film and television worlds.

Halle Berry, a renowned actress known for her powerful performances, will be one of the highlights of the episode. Her presence always brings a unique energy, and fans can expect her to share insights about her latest projects and experiences in the industry. Alongside her, Lily Collins will also take the spotlight. As the star of “Emily in Paris,” she is sure to discuss the show’s evolution and what viewers can look forward to in the new season.

Filming for the new French Max Original series “Merteuil” has begun in Normandy, France. The series, directed by Jessica Palud, stars Anamaria Vartolomei, Diane Kruger, Vincent Lacoste, and Lucas Bravo. Production began on September 4 and will continue across various locations in France until December. The series utilizes a mix of grand and intimate locations, […]

“Merteuil” Begins Production in Normandy for Max Original Series...