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Hulu's 'Becoming Karl Lagerfeld' wins hearts with Daniel Brühl's magnetic screen presence

Hulu's 'Becoming Karl Lagerfeld' focuses on Karl Lagerfeld's relationships with Jacques de Bascher and Yves Saint Laurent

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Fashion enthusiasts are ecstatic as Hulu releases its latest biographical drama series, 'Becoming Karl Lagerfeld', based on the celebrated fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld.

The show, created by Isaure Pisani-Ferry, Jennifer Have, and Raphaëlle Bacqué, follows Lagerfeld's rise before becoming associated with Chanel while also navigating personal challenges.

The show stars Daniel Brühl, Théodore Pellerin, Arnaud Valois, Alex Lutz, Agnès Jaoui, and Sunnyi Melles in key roles.

Fans shower appreciation on 'Becoming Karl Lagerfeld'

Fans raced to X as soon as the show made its premiere to express their love and appreciation for the biographical drama series, with many of them boasting about how much they enjoyed the show.

A fan shared their opinion and said, "Just completed my viewing of "Becoming Karl Lagerfeld" and what a incredible ride it was! The show was wonderful and Daniel looks so gorgeous in it! It is a series to be revisited all the time in future!"

A viewer remarked that the love triangle was scandalous in the show and said, "The Scandalous Real-Life Love Triangle at the Heart of Becoming Karl Lagerfeld"

Drawing comparisons between themselves and Lagerfled, a fan said, "Watching Daniel Brühl's new show and man. Karl is just like me fr."

"Finally watching Becoming Karl Lagerfeld I'm suffering because it's been a long time since I've seen something with English subtitles but I like how it goes, plus, I love the setting," said an X user.

Raving about Théodore Pellerin's acting chops, a fan said, "BECOMING KARL LAGERFELD could have easily been titled BEING JACQUES DE BASCHER w/ as much focus there was on the man. That's not a complaint. Théodore Pellerin commanded the screen playing the various sides of de Bascher."

Is 'Becoming Karl Lagerfeld' based on a true story?

The biographical drama, inspired by Raphaëlle Bacqué's book 'Kaiser Karl', is focused on Lagerfeld's early career in the 1970s Parisian fashion scene. It recounts his rise to popularity and his interactions with major personalities such as Jacques de Bascher (Théodore Pellerin) and Yves Saint Laurent (Arnaud Valois).

The events presented are based on real-life happenings, giving a dramatic portrayal of Lagerfeld's life and the individuals who impacted him.

It should also be emphasized that, although the primary events are based on real-life events, the series uses artistic license to depict the characters' private moments and inner thoughts.

Is 'Becoming Karl Lagerfeld' worth watching?

Whether you are a fashion fan or not, the show dives intricately into the high-stakes world of 1970s Parisian fashion, providing insights into the era's cultural and social aspects.

Daniel Brühl's portrayal of Lagerfeld, as well as the performances of the supporting cast, especially of Théodore Pellerin as Jacques de Bascher, are captivating and bring complexity to the story.

The show does not shy away from addressing Lagerfeld's turbulent and frequently contentious relationships, offering a dramatic and humanizing viewpoint.

The show is an entertaining watch for anyone interested in a blend of historical drama, deep character studies, and the beautiful but harsh world of high fashion.

How to stream 'Becoming Karl Lagerfeld'?

The series will be accessible via Hulu streaming, which calls for a membership. Hulu's ad-supported package is available for just $7.99/month or $79.99/year.

You can subscribe to the package for $17.99 a month if you want to watch the show without commercials.

'Becoming Karl Lagerfeld' trailer