‘The New Look’ (2024) air date, plot, full cast and is Apple TV+'s biographical drama series worth watching

‘The New Look’ will give an inside look at the rivalry between Christian Dior and Coco Chanel
Ben Mendelsohn and Juliette Binoche in ‘The New Look’ (@Apple TV+)
Ben Mendelsohn and Juliette Binoche in ‘The New Look’ (@Apple TV+)

Show name: The New Look

Platform: Apple TV+

Date of release: February 14, 2024

Country of origin: United States

Genre: Biopic

Director: Todd A Kessler

Full cast list: Ben Mendelsohn, Juliette Binoche, John Malkovich, Maisie Williams, Emily Mortimer, Glenn Close, David Kammenos, Nuno Lopes, Thomas Poitevin

‘The New Look’ is set to premiere on Apple TV+ on Wednesday, February 14. ‘The New Look’, directed by Todd A Kessler, talks about the Nazi occupation of Paris during the Second World War.

It is a period drama about Christian Dior and Coco Chanel set in mid-century Paris.

What is the plot of ‘The New Look’?

‘The New Look’ will follow the life of the world’s biggest fashion designers – Christian Dior and Coco Chanel.

The series will explore the life and career of Christian Dior and Coco Chanel and how they navigate through the aftermaths of the Nazi occupation of Paris.

The synopsis of ‘The New Look’ reads, “Set against the World War II Nazi occupation of Paris, “The New Look” focuses on the pivotal moment in the 20th century when the French city led the world back to life through its fashion icon Christian Dior.”

‘The New Look’ main cast

Ben Mendelsohn


 
 
 
 
 
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Ben Mendelsohn, a famous Australian actor, takes on the role of Christian Dior, the founder of one of the world's top fashion houses, Christian Dior SE.

Ben Mendelsohn gained massive success for his starring role in the crime drama ‘Animal Kingdom’. He became famous in Australia for his breakout role in ‘The Year My Voice Broke’.

Juliette Binoche


 
 
 
 
 
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Juliette Binoche is set to take on the role of Coco Chanel. The series explores how the rivalry with Christian Dior affected Coco Chanel and her fashion empire.

Juliette Binoche has been the recipient of various accolades, including an Academy Award and a British Academy Film Award. Juliette Binoche is best known for ‘High Life’, ‘Damage’, ‘The Truth’, and ‘Rendez-vous’.

Maisie Williams


 
 
 
 
 
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Maisie Williams takes on the pivotal role of Catherine Dior, Christian Dior's sister. The series will provide a view of clothing created by Christian Dior through collaboration with the House of Dior.

Maisie Williams gained international recognition and critical praise for her work in the HBO epic medieval fantasy television series ‘Game of Thrones’. She also received two Emmy Award nominations for ‘Game of Thrones’.

Is ‘The New Look’ worth watching?

‘The New Look’ is filled with lots of drama and elegant outfits. 'The New Look's trailer looks quite promising. The series will give an inside look at the rivalry between Christian Dior and Coco Chanel.

‘The New Look’ is definitely worth watching!

‘The New Look’ trailer



 

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