How Raphaëlle Bacqué's riveting book inspired Hulu's 'Becoming Karl Lagerfeld'

The biographical drama 'Becoming Karl Lagerfeld' stars Daniel Brühl as legendary fashion icon Karl Lagerfeld

BY RUPALI MANOHAR CHAUHAN

UPDATED JUN 4, 2024

Daniel Brühl and Théodore Pellerin in Hulu series 'Becoming Karl Lagerfeld' (@hulu)

LOS ANGELES, CAIFORNIA: Fashion enthusiasts are excited for the highly anticipated release of 'Becoming Karl Lagerfeld', the biographical drama series which is set to make its debut on Hulu on Friday, June 7, 2024.

The series, set against the backdrop of the glitz and glamor of the 1970s, chronicles the Karl Lagerfeld's (Daniel Brühl) early years before he became the global icon we know today.

The show will also focus on Lagerfeld's romantic life and rivalry with fellow designer Yves Saint Laurent (Arnaud Valois).

Hulu's 'Becoming Karl Lagerfeld' brings Raphaëlle Bacqué's novel on the screen

According to CNN Style, the upcoming biographical drama will be inspired by Raphaëlle Bacqué's book 'Kaiser Karl' published by Albin Miche.

The narrative depicts young Lagerfeld navigating the competitive world of Parisian fashion before becoming a global legend.

The bioraphical work by Bacqué is regarded as one of the most well-documented and intimate biography of Chanel's former creative director that goes beyond the glamor of high fashion and delves into Lagerfeld's personality.

Furthermore, the novel also focus on Lagerfeld's rivalry with Yves Saint Laurent, as well as his personal life and the tireless drive that catapulted him to success.

What will be the difference between the 'Kaiser Karl' and its screen adaptation 'Becoming Karl Lagerfeld?'

Arnaud Valois and Théodore Pellerin in a still from 'Becoming Karl Lagerfeld' (@carolinedubois)

As the series is still in the works, there is no word on what changes might be made to the screenplay of the biographical drama show.

While it appears that the book 'Kaiser Karl' is a more thorough biography, it covers Lagerfeld's full life narrative, from his early years to his climb to stardom and beyond.

It may go into more detail about his personal life, relationships, and the events that shaped him. 'Becoming Karl Lagerfeld' appears to focus on the 1970s.

This enables a more in-depth examination of his early career challenges, creative development, and path to becoming a recognized fashion personality.

How to stream 'Becoming Karl Lagerfeld'?

Daniel Brühl and Arnaud Valois in a still from 'Becoming Karl Lagerfeld' (@carolinedubois)

The series will be accessible to stream on Hulu, which requires a membership to view.

The ad-supported Hulu plan costs only $7.99 per month or $79.99 per year. If you want to enjoy the show without any interruption of commercials, you may subscribe to the package, which costs $17.99 per month.