Netflix’s globe-trotting romantic comedy Emily in Paris is officially returning for season 6, cementing its status as one of the streaming platform’s most successful and talked-about original series. The renewal was announced on Monday, Jan. 5, just weeks after the show’s fifth season premiered on Dec. 18 and quickly dominated global viewership charts.

Series star Lily Collins will reprise her role as the endlessly optimistic marketing executive Emily Cooper, whose stylish adventures across Europe continue to captivate audiences worldwide.

Netflix Confirms Season 6 with Playful Announcement

Netflix revealed the renewal with a celebratory video shared on social media, featuring Collins blowing out a candle shaped like the number six atop a croissant. The caption read, “Home sweet home 🇫🇷 EMILY IN PARIS is returning for Season 6.”

The announcement delighted fans who were eager to learn Emily’s fate after the dramatic and emotionally charged season 5 finale.

Season 5 Delivers Huge Global Numbers

The renewal comes amid impressive performance metrics for the show’s most recent season. According to Netflix, season 5 amassed 26.8 million views globally in just 11 days, a remarkable feat that underscores the show’s continued popularity.

The season debuted at No. 2 on Netflix’s Global Top 10 English TV list, landed in the Top 10 across 91 countries, and claimed the No. 1 spot in 24 countries, including France—where much of the series is set.

Where Season 5 Left Emily Cooper

Season 5 of Emily in Paris picked up as Emily’s life appeared to finally be falling into place—only to unravel once again. According to the official synopsis, Emily faces the fallout of a work idea that backfires, triggering heartbreak and professional challenges while she navigates life between Paris and Italy.

The season finale centered on Emily’s pivotal decision: whether to stay in Rome with her Italian boyfriend or return to her established life and career in Paris.

Lily Collins later told PEOPLE that she loved the ending and felt it represented significant growth for her character.

“I feel like each person Emily’s with teaches her something about what she wants and doesn’t want,” Collins said. “That feels very realistic to life.”

Cast Reacts to Emily’s Big Choice

Collins praised Emily for being “brave enough” to make such a defining decision, while her costar Ashley Park, who plays Emily’s best friend Mindy Chen, described the choice as a “really adult” moment for the character.

The season also introduced Minnie Driver in a new role, adding fresh energy to the ensemble cast.

Returning Cast and Creative Vision

Alongside Collins and Park, season 6 is expected to bring back fan-favorite cast members, including:

• Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu
• Lucas Bravo
• Samuel Arnold
• Bruno Gouery
• William Abadie
• Lucien Laviscount

Series creator Darren Star previously shared his hopes for the show’s longevity, stating that he would like Emily in Paris to continue “as long as they’ll have us.”

“I think the world just keeps broadening and becoming deeper as every season continues,” Star said in a 2024 interview.

A Proven Formula for Netflix Success

Season 5’s rollout followed a similar pattern to season 4, which was released in two parts across August and September 2024. By contrast, season 5 dropped all 10 episodes at once in December—an approach that clearly paid off in viewership.

With its blend of fashion, romance, career drama, and international flair, Emily in Paris continues to be a standout title in Netflix’s lineup.

What’s Next for Emily in Paris?

While plot details for season 6 remain under wraps, the renewal ensures that Emily’s journey—professionally, romantically, and geographically—is far from over. Whether she’s navigating Parisian offices, Roman romance, or unexpected career twists, fans can expect more escapist storytelling when the series returns.

Emily in Paris season 5 is streaming now on Netflix.