Emily in Paris will shoot in Greece and Monaco for season six, with returning stars, creator comments about Gabriel and season five’s strong viewership driving the show's continued expansion
The global hit Emily in Paris is preparing to broaden its geographic footprint: production for season six will move to Greece and Monaco, with filming due to begin in May 2026. The series, which follows American marketing executive Emily Cooper (played by Lily Collins), has evolved from a Paris-focused dramedy into a show with a distinctly pan-European sensibility, visiting cities from Rome to Venice and now reaching Mediterranean shores.
This next chapter arrives after a successful fifth season that dropped in December 2026, a run that drew millions of viewers worldwide. While precise plot beats are being kept under wraps, the choice of locations and the events at the end of season five suggest the writers will continue to weave travel, career moves and romance into Emily’s life as she navigates decisions about where—and with whom—she belongs.
New filming locations and what they suggest
The announcement that crews will work in Greece and Monaco signals a move toward sun-soaked island sequences and the glittering coastline of the Riviera. Greece, with its islands and maritime culture, naturally opens the door to yacht scenes and seaside escapes, while Monaco provides a compact stage for luxury, glamour and high-society backdrops.
Together these settings expand the show’s visual vocabulary and reinforce its focus on lifestyle and international relationships.
Choosing these spots also aligns with the series’ pattern of using location as a storytelling device: the setting often reflects or intensifies Emily’s emotional arc. Expect the production design and cinematography to emphasize contrast—the laid-back Aegean atmosphere versus the polished, urban elegance of Monaco—both of which can underscore shifting personal and professional stakes for the central character.
Story threads: romance, choices and continuity
Season five ended with several unresolved strands that make Greece a sensible next stop. In the finale, Emily received an invitation to a Greek getaway from her on-again, off-again love interest, Gabriel (played by Lucas Bravo), who revealed he had left his Paris restaurant and taken a new chef role on a yacht. That development provides a logical gateway for the show to place central characters in island settings and explore whether old sparks can be rekindled away from Parisian routines.
Gabriel’s role and the emotional stakes
Creator Darren Star has previously described Gabriel as Emily’s “big love,” emphasizing the depth and history that shape their relationship. If the team follows that thread, Greece could function as a testing ground for long-standing feelings—where memories, shared history and the intimacy of travel confront new chapters. The choice to relocate Gabriel’s work onto a yacht already hints at scenes that blend culinary craft with fleeting, cinematic romance.
Emily’s crossroads between Rome and Paris
At the close of season five, Emily was torn between staying in Rome with her Italian boyfriend, Marcello, and returning to Paris to continue her career. That dilemma remains central: will Emily prioritize a settled life or pursue the transnational career opportunities that have defined her arc? Filming in Greece and Monaco creates narrative possibilities on both fronts, allowing the character to weigh love, loyalty and professional ambition in fresh environments.
Cast, reception and expectations
The core ensemble will be back for the new run: Lily Collins, Ashley Park, Lucas Bravo, Lucien Laviscount, Samuel Arnold, Bruno Gouery and Andrew Fleming are among the named returnees. Additionally, supporting players who helped shape season five’s interpersonal tangles—such as Eugenio Franceschini as Marcello—remain part of the unfolding drama. The series has consistently blended fashion, workplace comedy and romantic plotlines to sustain audience interest across seasons.
Despite mixed critical responses, the show’s performance numbers tell a different story: season five amassed about 26.8 million global views in its first 11 days and placed in streaming top-ten lists across dozens of territories. That audience momentum, combined with Darren Star’s comments about wanting to continue as long as viewers remain engaged, explains Netflix’s decision to keep expanding the show’s settings.
Criticism and what to watch for
Critics have flagged the series’ reliance on national stereotypes in its romantic portrayals, noting that characters are sometimes sketched to fit familiar cultural caricatures. Observers have pointed to a recurring pattern in which Emily’s suitors appear to embody simplified national archetypes rather than fully rounded individuals. Viewers and writers may be watching to see whether the upcoming season deepens characterization when new locales and relationships are introduced.
Production will begin in May 2026, but a streaming release date for season six has not been announced. As filming moves into Mediterranean waters and Monaco’s streets, the show’s visual palette and relationship dynamics are likely to keep fueling discussion among fans and critics alike about how far this travel-centric dramedy can stretch its themes while maintaining emotional coherence.
