Netflix's October slate just got a whole lot more intriguing. After a three-year hiatus, the streamer's beloved French heist thriller Lupin is finally back with a brand-new season, and it's arriving sooner than you might think. Season 4 drops on Friday, October 23, bringing Omar Sy's charismatic gentleman thief Assane Diop back to screens worldwide.
For the uninitiated, Lupin is inspired by Maurice Leblanc's classic character Arsène Lupin, reimagined by creator George Kay (Hijack) as a contemporary revenge saga. The show became an overnight sensation when it premiered in 2021, earning a near-perfect 98% score on Rotten Tomatoes and racking up 99.5 million views for its first season alone—a figure that places it among Netflix's most-watched titles ever. Critics have praised it as an engrossing espionage thriller that more than does justice to its source material.
Alongside global phenomena like Squid Game and Money Heist, Lupin has helped redefine what a non-English-language hit can look like on the platform. Its blend of slick heists, emotional family drama, and Parisian flair has made it a perennial favorite, and fans have been clamoring for more since Part 3 wrapped in October 2023.
What to expect in Season 4
When we last left Assane, he had landed himself in prison—a fate he accepted as part of a promise to his son, Raoul. Part 4 picks up four years later, with Assane seemingly reformed and serving his time quietly. But his resolve is tested when a mysterious announcement, signed in Lupin's name, reveals a plan to simultaneously rob multiple museums. The heists go off without a hitch, and despite his protests of innocence, Assane is implicated—thanks in part to video evidence placing him at one of the crime scenes.
To clear his name, Assane must break his oath and resurrect his Lupin persona one more time, setting up a cat-and-mouse game to unmask the real culprit. It's a premise that promises the same mix of clever twists and high-stakes capers that made the earlier seasons so addictive.
The eight-episode season sees the return of key cast members including Ludivine Sagnier as Claire, Antoine Gouy as Benjamin, Soufiane Guerrab as Guedira, Shirine Boutella as Belkacem, Théo Christine as Raoul, and Laïka Blanc-Francard. With its signature blend of style and suspense, Lupin Part 4 looks set to be another binge-worthy chapter.
If you're looking for more thrills while you wait, Netflix has plenty to offer this month. The streamer's adaptation of Steinbeck's East of Eden, starring Florence Pugh, is currently topping the global charts, and Tyler Perry's Doing Life is also making waves. Returning favorites like The Diplomat's new season and Nobody Wants This are on the way, plus new films like Animals, The Storm, and Collision Course.
But for many, Lupin is the main event. Its three-year absence has only heightened anticipation, and the new season promises to deliver the same irresistible mix of charm, intrigue, and heart. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer, October 23 is a date to circle on your calendar.
For more on what's coming to Netflix and beyond, keep an eye on our ranking of nerve-shredding thrillers and our coverage of why crime shows hit harder when you know the killer. And if you're in the mood for a spy thriller with a twist, check out Starz's forgotten gem The Rook.
