7 June 2023, Mumbai: The highly anticipated fourth season of the popular series “Emily in Paris” starring Lily Collins has encountered unexpected hurdles as the ongoing Writers Guild of America strike disrupts production plans. Initially scheduled to commence filming in the early fall or late summer in the picturesque city of Paris, the shoot has been delayed by approximately two months, with potential for further postponements if the strike continues.
Reports from Variety indicate that the show’s creators are now eyeing the end of fall as a possible start date for filming. The streaming platform on which “Emily in Paris” is aired has yet to confirm or deny the impact of the strike on the production. The previous season of the series premiered in December 2022, garnering widespread acclaim and a dedicated fan base.
“Emily in Paris” is not the only show affected by the writer’s strike, as another Paris-set series, “Etoile,” also finds itself caught in the crossfire. “Etoile,” a ballet drama helmed by Daniel Palladio and Amy Sherman-Palladino, has experienced delays due to the ongoing negotiations between the WGA, representing 11,500 writers, and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. The strike officially began on May 2, 2023, after weeks of unsuccessful negotiations.
The strike was initiated by the WGA to advocate for a stable pay structure, higher compensation, fairer deals, improved working conditions, and stricter provisions regarding artificial intelligence. The clash between the writers’ union and production companies has caused widespread disruptions in the entertainment industry, impacting various shows and leading to significant delays.
Among the affected series are popular titles such as “Abbott Elementary,” “Stranger Things,” “The Last of Us,” “Loot,” and “Andor.” Other notable shows, including “Unstable,” “Evil,” and “Pretty Little Liars,” have also been affected by the strike. Even iconic talk shows like “Saturday Night Live” have experienced delays in their schedules.
As negotiations between the Writers Guild of America and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers continue, fans of these beloved shows eagerly await a resolution that will allow production to resume and their favourite stories to continue captivating audiences worldwide. Until then, viewers will have to exercise patience as the strike’s impact reverberates throughout the entertainment landscape.
By: Tanya Chantola