Fans of the popular Netflix series Emily in Paris received exciting news as Lucien Laviscount, who plays the charming Alfie, is set to return as a series regular for the show's fifth season. This will mark his full-time return since Season 3, following his recurring role throughout Season 4.
Laviscount's character, Alfie, was first introduced to audiences in Season 2 as Emily’s sarcastic and witty British love interest. Although originally expected to feature prominently, the actor faced scheduling conflicts during Season 4, resulting in limited appearances, including some pivotal moments of plot development.
According to Deadline, Alfie's return signals his participation as Emily, portrayed by Lily Collins, navigates her new life and job opportunities after relocating to Rome. This shift was catalyzed by the Season 4 finale, where Emily appeared to move on from her complicated relationship with Gabriel (Lucas Bravo) and explore her new romance with Marcello (Eugenio Franceschini).
Despite seemingly moving on from Emily, Alfie encourages Gabriel to pursue his feelings, adding tension to the love triangle. Season 4 ended on ambiguous terms, with Alfie seen happily involved with another girlfriend, raising questions about his potential storylines moving forward.
The return of Laviscount is anticipated to evolve his character’s role beyond just being Emily's ex-lover. His inclusion suggests he may become increasingly entangled with the main narrative as either Emily’s romantic interest once again or as part of broader story arcs involving Antoine (William Abadie) and other main characters.
Throughout the series, the writers have balanced character developments, and Laviscount's reintroduction as a series regular indicates plans for more engaging plots. Showrunner Darren Star previously stated, 'Alfie’s part of our world, and he’s not going anywhere,' highlighting the character's importance to the series.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding Gabriel's future as Bravo has expressed hesitation about continuing his role, discussions remain positive. Given the favorable reception of Alfie among viewers, Laviscount’s expanded role is expected to deliver fresh storylines and drama.
Preparations for filming Season 5 of Emily in Paris are underway, with expectations for production to commence around April 2025. This timeline allows ample opportunity to map out character arcs and develop new dynamics as the story progresses, particularly exploring how Alfie fits back within Emily's affections amid her shift to Italy.
On the film front, Laviscount is enjoying success beyond the series. He recently co-starred alongside Sophie Cookson in the romantic comedy This Time Next Year, based on Sophie Cousens' bestselling novel, which adds to the hype around his presence as he continues to attract interest due to his rising star power.
With Season 5 approaching, fans are left wondering not only how Alfie’s return will affect Emily’s life but also how any reconciliations or rivalry between him and Gabriel will play out under the Italian sun. The anticipation is palpable as viewers await the glued-together tales of love, ambition, and triumph within Emily in Paris.