Daniel Brühl plays Lagerfeld in the series, which provides an insight into his life in 1972 as a relatively obscure ready-to-wear designer. The narrative follows Lagerfeld as he encounters and develops feelings for the captivating and mysterious young man Jacques de Bascher, portrayed by Théodore Pellerin. Simultaneously, Lagerfeld confronts his adversary and friend, the brilliant haute couture designer Yves Saint Laurent, represented by Arnaud Valois, who is supported by the powerful industrialist Pierre Bergé, played by Alex Lutz.
The series, which was created by Isaure Pisani-Ferry, looks to be an engrossing investigation of Lagerfeld's formative years and the connections that influenced him. These great individuals are brought to life on screen by the outstanding cast, which also features Agnès Jaoui, giving viewers a glimpse into the world of fashion and innovation.
"Becoming Karl Lagerfeld" was written by Jennifer Have, Jérôme Salle, Audrey Estrougo, and Isaure Pisani-Ferry, with Nathalie Hertzberg serving as the lead writer. The show is scheduled to debut on June 7th, 2024, and both followers of Lagerfeld and fashion lovers will undoubtedly find it to be quite entertaining. /BGNES