Emily in Paris Season 5 Begins Filming in Rome | One Major Cast Member Exits

Netflix’s romantic comedy Emily in Paris is officially returning for Season 5, with filming set to begin in May 2025 in Rome. After four seasons in Paris filled with fashion, drama, and romantic chaos, the new season will see Emily Cooper (Lily Collins) adjusting to life in Italy, navigating a new job and a blossoming romance. However, fans may notice a significant absence—one of the show’s original characters will not return this time.

Emily’s Italian Chapter

Emily in Paris Season 5 picks up right where Season 4 left off, with Emily accepting a major opportunity to head Agence Grateau’s new Italian office. This comes with a fresh start in a fictional Italian village called Solitano, where she moves in with her new love interest Marcello, played by Eugenio Franceschini. Marcello isn’t just another boyfriend—he’s the heir to a luxury cashmere company, setting the stage for new brand collaborations and stylish escapades.

The series creator Darren Star is taking Emily and the viewers from the streets of Paris to the sunlit charm of Rome. With the change in setting, the show aims to inject new energy while still maintaining its signature mix of fashion, marketing, and modern relationship drama.

Key Cast Returns—But One Major Exit

Most of the main cast will be returning for the Season 5 of Emily in Paris, including:

• Lucas Bravo as Gabriel

• Ashley Park as Mindy Chen

• Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu as Sylvie

• Samuel Arnold, Bruno Gouery, William Abadie, and Lucien Laviscount

However, Camille Razat, who portrayed Camille—Gabriel’s ex-girlfriend and a pivotal part of the earlier love triangle—will not be returning this season. Her exit marks a major shift in the show’s romantic dynamics.

Still, fans can expect new tension, possibly from Geneviève, a character introduced last season who appears to be vying for Gabriel’s attention. Played by the daughter of French director Luc Besson, Geneviève hasn’t officially signed on for Season 5, but her storyline was clearly left open for more.

Old Flames and On-Set Frustrations in Emily in Paris Season 5

Emily in Paris Season 4 closed multiple character arcs. Emily moved on from her British ex, Alfie (Lucien Laviscount), who found happiness in a new relationship. But the will-they-won’t-they storyline between Emily and Gabriel may not be entirely over. Although Emily has started a new chapter with Marcello, unresolved feelings could resurface, especially with Gabriel still in the picture.

However, not all is smooth behind the scenes. Lucas Bravo, who plays Gabriel, has voiced dissatisfaction with how his character has evolved. In a recent interview, Bravo said that Gabriel has “slowly turned into guacamole,” expressing frustration with the lack of consistency in the role. He noted, “The ‘sexy chef’ was very much part of me in Season 1, and we grew apart season after season.”

What’s Next for the Netflix Hit?

An official release date for Emily in Paris Season 5 has not been announced, but the show is expected to premiere in late 2025, possibly in the fourth quarter. With Rome as the new backdrop and a shift in cast dynamics, the season promises to explore Emily’s growth beyond her usual Parisian playground.

Despite creative complaints and a major cast exit, Emily in Paris continues to be one of Netflix’s most watched international dramas. Its mix of aspirational lifestyle, fashion-forward storytelling, and relationship drama still finds a massive global audience.