Fans of the hit Netflix series Emily in Paris have received an unexpected and charming early Christmas present from the streaming giant. The festive surprise arrived just days after the much-anticipated release of the show's fifth season on December 18.
A Festive Nod to a Classic Film
In a move that delighted followers, Netflix posted a special video to its official social media accounts on Christmas Eve. The clip features actor Lucien Laviscount, who portrays the character Alfie in the popular romcom. Laviscount appears dressed in a brown trench coat, standing in a street and holding a series of large white placards, directly echoing the iconic scene from the beloved Christmas film Love Actually.
The video was captioned, "Lucien Laviscount has a Christmas Eve gift for you." The actor then looks straight into the camera, revealing a sequence of handwritten messages designed to make viewers pause their endless scrolling.
The Heartwarming Messages Revealed
The first placard reads, "Hey beautiful. Can you stop scrolling for a second?" After a friendly wave, a second card requests: "Please read everything I'm about to show you in a British accent." The subsequent messages offer a cascade of festive compliments and affirmations.
"The holidays bring lots of feelings. This is your sign to exhale," states the third card. The romantic notes continue, saying, "You are my favourite gift this year. Your smile sparkles brighter than the Eiffel Tower and your lips are made to be under a mistletoe."
Further cards praise the viewer's soul and optimism before concluding with: "I am proud of you and love how you show up for yourself. You deserve all the love that you abundantly give. happy holidays, I love you."
Fan Reaction and Season 5 Developments
The surprise clip was met with immediate enthusiasm from the show's dedicated fanbase. One viewer commented, "This is such a charming holiday surprise and definitely the best reason to stop scrolling today." Another fan described it as "a very on-brand Christmas Eve surprise," while a third simply felt the "holiday warmth."
The sweet gesture comes amidst the new plot developments in Season 5. While Alfie was previously the love interest of protagonist Emily Cooper (played by Lily Collins), the latest season sees his character pursuing a connection with her best friend, Mindy Chen (Ashley Park). However, their 'situationship' struggles as Mindy hesitates to go public, ultimately leading them to part ways.
The official synopsis for the new season indicates further drama, noting that Emily, now heading Agence Grateau in Rome, faces both professional and romantic challenges. A work idea backfiring leads to cascading heartbreak and career setbacks. Emily in Paris Season 5 is available to stream now on Netflix.
