Filming for Emily in Paris Season 2 is officially underway, with Lily Collins returning as the iconic lead in this beloved Netflix original series. Will the love triangle finally resolve? As dedicated fans of the show, we've compiled everything you need to know.
Warning: This article may contain spoilers.
Despite a polarizing debut—with critics in French and international media calling out its stereotypical portrayal of Parisians—Emily in Paris captured global audiences and quickly became Netflix's top-performing original series of 2020. Fans couldn't get enough of Emily's (Lily Collins) chic outfits, evoking classic Gossip Girl vibes.
Viewers eagerly awaited more of Emily's Parisian escapades, and Netflix delivered: Season 2 was confirmed. Here's the latest on this breakout hit, drawn from official announcements and insider insights.
Netflix confirmed Season 2 back in November 2020 via its Twitter account, sharing a teaser video with the main cast. It featured Lily Collins, Ashley Park (Mindy), Lucas Bravo (Gabriel), William Abadie (Antoine), Samuel Arnold (Julien), Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu (Sylvie), Bruno Gouery (Luc), and Camille Razat (Camille). The caption read: "What a pleasure to be back in Paris: the production of Emily in Paris Season 2 has started!"
Though filming started later than expected, post-production typically takes four to six months. Season 2 was projected for early spring 2022—yes, a wait, but the cast's social media glimpses from set kept excitement alive.
The Netflix US Twitter team also thanked fans for their support.
For context: This Netflix gem follows Emily Cooper, a young American navigating French culture and Parisian romance. She instantly falls for her downstairs neighbor, Gabriel (Lucas Bravo)—but he's taken. Amid cultural mishaps, Emily finds her footing and sparks an idyllic romance... or does she? She and Gabriel finally give in to their chemistry, but at a steep price.
How many episodes? Season 1 had 10, and Netflix comedies like this often stick to that format for Season 2. Talks for future seasons are already underway for this Golden Globe-nominated romantic comedy.
Creator Darren Star (Sex and the City) teased in Oprah magazine that Emily might embrace her inner Parisian. Paris as the city of love? Expect more on Emily and Gabriel's budding relationship—complicated by ex Camille.
All Season 1 stars are back, with potential new additions as secondary characters expand.
Production scouted extras for shoots in the Paris region and southern France, including Saint-Tropez, from May to July 2021.
A Golden Globe nominee for Best Comedy Series, Emily in Paris boasts 58 million fans and a promising future.
