Netflix issues huge update on Emily in Paris - and it's sure to send fans wild

Emily in Paris season four part one official trailer

Emily in Paris enthusiasts, brace yourselves for even more fashionable mayhem - Netflix has officially announced the hit series will return for a dazzling fifth season. Following the sensational Part 2 release of Season 4 on September 12, Netflix has given the green light to move forward with another instalment of the beloved show.

The chic tale of Emily charmed viewers across the globe when Season 4 premiered on August 12, swiftly clinching the top spot on Netflix's Global Top 10 chart thanks to fans devouring a whopping 19.9 million hours of the show in just four days.

Not only did Emily in Paris conquer the streaming service's leaderboard, but it also enjoyed the spotlight in the Top 10 in an astounding 93 countries. This rom-com powerhouse remained a chart-topper for four solid weeks, proving its alluring staying power.

Series maestro Darren Star couldn't hide his enthusiasm when speaking with Netflix's Tudum, exclaiming: "We're thrilled with the incredible response to this season of Emily in Paris and excited to return for a fifth to continue Emily's adventures in Rome and Paris!"

In the latest season, our sartorial heroine Emily ignited an Italian romance and took a bold step by preparing to set up a new office in Rome for the French marketing firm Agence Grateau, reports the Mirror.

Lily Collins stars as the titular character in Emily in Paris (Image: Netflix)

Darren was quick to assure devotees that despite the Italian escapade, the show's title remains unchanged, revealing: "Emily's going to have a presence in Rome. It doesn't mean she's not going to be in Paris, but she's going to have a presence in Rome."

Taking a fresh approach to the storyline, the creator divulged his strategy behind Emily's continental shift, aiming to "stay ahead of the audience and take them to unexpected places."

Last season of the hit series saw sparks fly between former lovers and teased new romantic prospects, with Lily Collins dazzling audiences as Emily Cooper.

Emily in Paris is returning for season 5 (Image: Netflix/AFP via Getty Images)

Lily, who broke the news of Season 5 on Good Morning America, delved into her character's journey with new love interest Marcello (played by Eugenio Franceschini) in a chat with Tudum.

"Marcello is a whole other adventure that we want for Emily because we ultimately want Emily to be able to have a better work/life balance," she said.

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"We want to have Emily be able to smile without condition. We want to see her beyond her vacay mode. And he comes at that perfect time."

Darren further revealed that the upcoming season will delve deeper into Emily's romance with Marcello, stating: "I feel like they have a real spark and a real connection and a real romantic connection. A lot of that's going to continue to play out next season."

Emily in Paris is available to stream now exclusively on Netflix.

Netflix issues huge update on Emily in Paris - and it's sure to send fans wild

Netflix issues huge update on Emily in Paris - and it's sure to send fans wild

Netflix issues huge update on Emily in Paris - and it's sure to send fans wild

Netflix issues huge update on Emily in Paris - and it's sure to send fans wild

Netflix issues huge update on Emily in Paris - and it's sure to send fans wild