The fourth season of Emily in Paris has arrived, continuing to explore the question that has intrigued fans since the beginning: Will Emily (Lily Collins) and Chef Gabriel (Lucas Bravo) finally acknowledge their feelings for each other? Their on-and-off relationship has been a central theme, keeping viewers hooked alongside the show’s light, buzzy feel and Emily’s impeccable style.
Despite the ups and downs in Emily’s life, her fashion choices remain flawless, raising questions about how she manages such a wardrobe on her salary in a small Paris apartment. While the series’ escapism was a welcome distraction during the pandemic, by season 4, the charm has somewhat faded.
Season 4 begins with the aftermath of Emily and Alfie’s (Lucien Laviscount) breakup, following Camille’s (Camille Razat) revelation in the season 3 finale about Emily and Gabriel’s lingering feelings. Alfie steps aside, but a campaign requiring him and Emily to kiss at Roland Garros complicates matters. Although Alfie participates, he ultimately reveals his heartbreak and ends their relationship. Meanwhile, Camille and Sofie reconcile.
As Emily focuses on helping Gabriel earn his first Michelin star, Camille informs Alfie that Emily and Gabriel are not together, prompting him to reconsider his decision. Just as Alfie learns this, Gabriel confesses his feelings to Emily once more. However, their budding romance faces a new challenge at the end of Part 1.
Beyond Emily’s storyline, Part 1 features a comedic subplot for Luc (Bruno Gouery), Mindy (Ashley Park) navigating relationship difficulties and Sylvie (Philippine Leroy Beaulieu) standing up for herself in a #MeToo storyline.
While the show retains its familiar charm, unless Part 2 introduces a compelling new plot, this season might be its last. Emily in Paris remains watchable, but the series has been treading the same ground for too long.
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