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Season 1 – Étoile

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In New York and Paris, dancers and artistic staff of two world-renowned ballet companies embark on an ambitious gambit to save their storied institutions, swapping their most talented stars.
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Étoile — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

An affectionate ode to the beauty of ballet and the difficult personalities behind it, Étoile isn't as tonally nimble as previous Sherman-Palladino series but packs plenty of the same charms.

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Amber Dowling Globe and Mail Extreme world-building like this only works when the story is grounded in reality or when the audience cares about the characters living in it. Without either, this series feels like an overreaching and self-indulgent exposition. May 2, 2025 Full Review Eric Deggans NPR The result is a stylish, if self-important look at an industry on the ropes, led by people who have serious trouble admitting just how deep their problems go. May 1, 2025 Full Review Carol Midgley Times (UK) It doesn’t take itself or the art form too seriously, although the dancing bits are beautiful to watch. The script, like the dancers, is mostly light-footed and waspish. Rated: 3/5 Apr 28, 2025 Full Review Juan Pablo Russo EscribiendoCine ...those who allow themselves to be carried away by the discontinuous rhythm, the eloquent details, and the hidden critique will find a series that doesn't aim to be complacent but rather to provoke an uncomfortable reflection...[Full review in Spanish] Rated: 6/10 May 5, 2025 Full Review Joey Moser The Contending As ravishing as it feels radical.  May 3, 2025 Full Review Jen Maravegias Pajiba The first season of Étoile is only eight episodes, and I ate them like a bag of candy over two days. It feels perfect, like the first season of Prime’s Reacher felt perfect. May 2, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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Emma F A satirical look at the world of ballet, where the characters are as diverse as the performances themselves. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 05/09/25 Full Review Audience Member best combination of dance and comedy with great acting and dialogues. a little downbreak in-between, but an awesome grande finale... Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 05/09/25 Full Review Riley H I’m really loving this series. The dancing! It’s such a pleasure to watch something beautiful, that has meaning. It’s funny in that classic stage play construction. It’s not meant to be realistic - it’s meant to be bigger and broader than realism to make the whole construct work. Love Luke and Charlotte….and Lou is ETOILE. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/08/25 Full Review Ruth H The Lincoln Center looks great. Other than that, ta-ta tutus. Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 05/08/25 Full Review Megan S A bit of a yawn. I had high hopes but the dialogue is lacking. The characters seem flat. The only breath of fresh air is the scenes with Cheyenne which are indeed funny. It's a really disappointing series given how wonderful Maisel and Gilmore are. Maybe they just don't talk fast enough? Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 05/07/25 Full Review kitty K Terrible. Acting is really bad. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 05/07/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Amy Sherman-Palladino

Creator

Daniel Palladino

Creator

Luke Kirby

Actor

Charlotte Gainsbourg

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Lou de Laâge

Actor

Gideon Glick

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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Apr 24, 2025 The Swap Ballet is in trouble; Jack's company in New York and Genevieve's in Paris are struggling; she pitches him a radical solution, but there's a catch. Details Episode 2 Aired Apr 24, 2025 The Bull Things get off to a rocky start as Jack and Genevieve announce the swap at a dual press conference; Cheyenne is on the hunt for the perfect dance partner in New York; Mishi and Tobias struggle to find themselves in Paris. Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 24, 2025 The Fish Jack has a terrible day; Tobias is casting his new piece and Gabin is eager to be noticed; Mishi lands a big role and confronts Genevieve about the past. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 24, 2025 The Hiccup It's opening night; Jack deals with dancer dramas while Genevieve causes an international incident; things between Cheyenne and Gael heat up; Tobias and Gabin struggle to connect. Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 24, 2025 The Rat It's Nutcracker season and the MBT team begs Cheyenne to dance the Sugar Plum Fairy; it's also Jack's birthday and Genevieve's in town; Mishi tries to connect with Bruna; Gabin returns from his suspension; there's a rat in Tobias' apartment. Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 24, 2025 The Disaster Tobias' new ballet is a disaster; Genevieve struggles to keep everyone happy and Jack won't let Nicholas retire; Crispin and Cheyenne face off during company class, while Mishi goes on a date. Details Episode 7 Aired Apr 24, 2025 The Slip Gabin gets in trouble and Mishi gets ghosted; someone from Gael's past resurfaces and Cheyenne slips up; Jack struggles to name a successor for Nicholas, but Crispin has an idea. Details Episode 8 Aired Apr 24, 2025 The Offer Jack makes a bold decision about a new artistic director, putting him at odds with Genevieve; Tobias' new piece premieres; Cheyenne dances a heartfelt solo while questioning the choices she's made. Details
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Season Info

Creator
Amy Sherman-Palladino, Daniel Palladino
Executive Producer
Amy Sherman-Palladino, Daniel Palladino, Dhana Rivera Gilbert, Scott Ellis
Screenwriter
Daniel Palladino, Amy Sherman-Palladino
Network
Prime Video
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Apr 24, 2025