Could Emily be trading Paris for Rome? French President Emmanuel Macron has expressed his discontent over the idea, vowing to “fight hard” to keep the American TV show rooted in Paris. Meanwhile, Rome’s mayor has mocked Macron, claiming Emily is “doing great” in his city. But what’s behind this tug-of-war over the Netflix hit?
The popular American series Emily in Paris has been a significant boost for French tourism. However, for its upcoming fifth season, the titular character is set to relocate to Rome, according to Netflix. This change hasn’t gone down well with Macron, who insists that Emily’s story belongs in Paris.
“‘Emily belongs in Paris,’ Macron, adding, ‘Emily in Paris in Rome doesn’t make sense.’”
The show has become one of Netflix’s most successful series and was recently renewed for a fifth season. While some Parisians criticize its clichéd portrayal of the city—leading to instances of filming sites being vandalized with graffiti—others, including Macron, acknowledge its contribution to promoting France’s image globally.
