An ambitious plot is at the center of Prime Video’s newest original, set in the high-stakes world of professional ballet.
“Étoile” is a new series from Amy Sherman-Palladino and Dan Palladino (who also created “Gilmore Girls” and “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”) featuring “Maisel” star Luke Kirby and award-winning French actress Charlotte Gainsbourg. In the show, Kirby and Gainsbourg lead ballet companies in New York City and Paris, and in order to save both of their institutions, they create a bold plan: swapping their biggest stars.
Given a two-season order before the cameras even started rolling, “Étoile” is not to be missed, especially for fans of “Gilmore Girls” and Sherman-Palladino’s 2012 ballet dramedy “Bunheads.” Here’s how to tune in to the new series for free.
When does ‘Étoile’ come out?
All eight episodes of “Étoile” Season 1 were released on Prime Video today, April 24.
How to watch ‘Étoile’ for free:
“Étoile” is an Amazon Original, meaning you’ll need an Amazon Prime membership with a Prime Video subscription to tune in.
Not a Prime member yet? No problem — you can still watch “Étoile” for free! Amazon Prime comes with a 30-day free trial before payment begins. After one month, the subscription costs $14.99/month or $139/year.
How many episodes are in ‘Étoile’ Season 1?
“Étoile” Season 1 has eight episodes, all of which were released today.
Will there be an ‘Étoile’ Season 2?
Yes! Prime Video announced in 2023 that the series was given a two-season order, so it’s guaranteed that at least eight more episodes of “Étoile” are on the way.
Who is in the cast of ‘Étoile’?
The cast of “Étoile” is led by Luke Kirby, who won an Emmy for his portrayal of Lenny Bruce in “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” and acclaimed French actress Charlotte Gainsbourg. Broadway talents Gideon Glick (“Spring Awakening”) and David Alvarez (Spielberg’s “West Side Story”) will also appear in the series, alongside Ivan du Pontavice, Taïs Vinolo, David Haig, LaMay Zhang, and Simon Callow. Here’s who they’ll all play:
- Luke Kirby as Jack McMillan
- Charlotte Gainsbourg as Geneviève Lavigne
- Lou de Laâge as Cheyenne Toussant
- Gideon Glick as Tobias Bell
- David Haig as Nicholas Leutwylek
- Ivan du Pontavice as Gabin Roux
- Taïs Vinolo as Mishi Duplessis
- LaMay Zhang as SuSu Li
- David Alvarez as Gael
- Simon Callow as Crispin Shamblee
Of course, it wouldn’t be a show from the Palladinos without Kelly Bishop. Emily Gilmore herself, who also appeared in “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” and “Bunheads” will appear in “Étoile” in a recurring role. Another “Gilmore Girls” star, Yanic Truesdale, is also set to recur in the series.
‘Étoile’ trailer:
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