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Dawn’s escape plan unravels in ways that hit harder than a Texas twister—will she chase her dreams or her heart? Fans are screaming for more of this rom-com chaos. Dive into the full confirmation scoop and release buzz—your next binge awaits. 👉
Just two weeks after its breezy September 12 premiere, Netflix’s The Wrong Paris has rom-com devotees clamoring for a follow-up, with whispers of a potential Season 2—or at least a sequel—gaining traction online. Starring former Nickelodeon darling Miranda Cosgrove and Bold and the Beautiful heartthrob Pierson FodĂ©, the fish-out-of-water tale of mistaken identities and small-town romance has racked up 45 million views in its first 10 days, landing in Netflix’s Global Top 10 Films for three straight weeks. But while no official confirmation has dropped from the streaming giant, cast interviews and insider chatter suggest the door is cracked open for more misadventures in Paris, Texas—or beyond. As Cosgrove herself teased in a recent Variety sit-down, “If fans want to see Dawn and Trey navigate life after the cameras, I’d be all in. Who knows what curveballs the Honeypot producers could throw next?”
For those late to the party, The Wrong Paris—directed by Janeen Damian (Irish Wish, Falling for Christmas) and penned by Nicole Henrich—delivers a frothy satire of reality TV tropes wrapped in feel-good escapism. Cosgrove plays Dawn, a scrappy Texas metalsmith with dreams of art school in the real Paris, France. Short on cash after her acceptance letter arrives sans financial aid, Dawn hatches a scheme with her reality-obsessed sister Emily (Emilija Baranac): audition for the glitzy dating show The Honeypot, whose next season promises a Paris backdrop. The payout? Enough to fund her European escape. She’ll just self-sabotage her way off the show early and pocket the appearance fee.
Alas, the producers—led by the scheming duo of Rachel (Yvonne Orji, channeling Insecure wit) and the more level-headed Carl (Torrance Coombs)—pull a ratings-grab stunt: The “Paris” in question is actually Paris, Texas, a dusty speck 60 miles from Dawn’s hometown. As the contestants—including cutthroat influencer Lexi (Madison Pettis, nailing the over-the-top diva), bookish sweetheart Jasmine (Christin Park), wide-eyed Cinderella (Madeleine Arthur), and quirky Eve (Hannah Stocking)—pile out of the plane into cowboy hats and barbecue pits, Dawn’s exit strategy hits a snag. Enter Trey McAllen III (FodĂ©), the show’s rugged bachelor: a third-generation rancher with easy charm, hidden depths, and zero tolerance for fake drama. What starts as Dawn’s bumbling attempts to get booted—think mud-wrestling fails and awkward talent-show disasters—evolves into genuine sparks, forcing her to confront whether her heart’s in France or right under her nose.
The film’s 98-minute runtime zips by on a wave of self-aware humor, poking fun at Bachelor-esque absurdities while grounding the romance in relatable stakes. Damian, who helmed the camera in Vancouver’s stand-in Texas locales (filming wrapped in October 2024 amid rainy mud brawls that the cast still jokes about), leans into the premise’s whimsy without tipping into cynicism. Supporting turns shine: Frances Fisher as Trey’s no-nonsense ranch matriarch, Naika Toussaint as a sly contestant ally, Veronica Long and Ava Bianchi as production assistants with their own subplots, and a cameo-packed ensemble that nods to Netflix’s rom-com factory. Produced by Brad Krevoy and Michael Damian, with Cosgrove exec-producing alongside a team including Jimmy Townsend and Kelly Frazier, the movie clocks in at a tidy PG-13, blending slapstick (Dawn’s Eiffel Tower sculpture mishap is gold) with tender moments (Trey’s midnight ranch ride confession steals scenes).
Critics have been kind but not effusive, pegging it as a “guilty pleasure” in a crowded genre. Roger Ebert’s site called it “flimsy and forgettable without tension,” yet praised Cosgrove’s “convincing maturity” post-Nickelodeon. Rotten Tomatoes sits at 68% fresh, with audiences at 82%, lauding the leads’ chemistry—FodĂ© and Cosgrove, who crossed paths on iCarly over a decade ago, “clicked instantly,” per Damian. Tom’s Guide dubbed it a “whimsical Netflix staple,” crediting Henrich’s script for “fresh angles within familiar territory.” On the flip side, some Variety scribes griped about “synthetic sugar” and predictable beats, arguing it doesn’t innovate enough on the Hallmark-meets-The Bachelor formula. Still, for a mid-September drop amid fall TV’s heavy hitters, it’s carved a cozy niche, especially among Gen Z viewers craving low-stakes laughs.
So, why the Season 2 frenzy? The film’s open-ended finale—Dawn forfeiting her winnings to crash the finale and declare her feelings for Trey, ditching the France dream for authentic love—leaves threads dangling like loose yarn. What becomes of The Honeypot post-scandal? Does Dawn’s art career bloom stateside? And could Lexi’s influencer empire crumble under the show’s fallout? Social media is ablaze: On X, #WrongParisS2 trended U.S. Top 20 last weekend, with users like @RomComQueen92 posting, “That ending? SEASON 2 OR RIOT. Dawn and Trey need a wedding special yesterday!” TikTok edits of the mud-wrestle scene have topped 10 million views, while Reddit’s r/NetflixBestOf threads speculate on spin-offs featuring Jasmine’s “genius inventor” arc or Rachel’s producer redemption.
No hard confirmation yet—Netflix reps dodged questions at a September 10 Hollywood screening, where Cosgrove quipped, “We’re all crossing our fingers; Trey and Dawn have unfinished business.” FodĂ©, in a People interview, echoed the sentiment: “The chemistry was magic on set—mirroring our iCarly days but grown-up. If there’s demand, count me in for more Texas twang.” Damian, speaking to Deadline, hinted at sequel potential: “The Honeypot world is ripe for expansion—think The Bachelor in Paradise but with more heart and fewer roses.” With Cosgrove’s rom-com hot streak (Mother of the Bride still charting) and FodĂ©’s rising profile (Based on a True Story, Leverage: Redemption), the stars align for greenlight chatter. Netflix’s rom-com slate—buoyed by 2025 hits like Straw and Irish Wish—could slot a follow-up as early as summer 2026, per streaming analysts at Nielsen, who note the genre’s 25% viewership bump year-over-year.
Behind the scenes, the production’s fairy-tale vibe fueled the onscreen glow. Filming in British Columbia’s Agassiz doubled for Texas plains, with cast bonding over rainy shoots—Pettis recounted a “mud-caked group hug” after one downpour. Orji, bringing her stand-up edge, improvised zingers that made the cut, while Fisher’s ranch boss evoked Titanic gravitas with a Southern drawl. Off-screen, the leads’ personal lives add intrigue: Cosgrove, 32 and single post-2024 split from musician Daniel Alan Gomes, told Cosmopolitan the role was “cathartic” for unpacking post-fame romance. FodĂ©, 33, keeps mum on dating but was last linked to actress Saxon Sharbino in 2020; insiders say the set’s “cowboy camp” flirtations stayed platonic but electric.
As The Wrong Paris climbs charts—peaking at No. 2 globally behind Despicable Me 5—it underscores Netflix’s rom-com renaissance, a counterpunch to prestige drama fatigue. In an era of gritty reboots and true-crime binges, this film’s unapologetic fluff hits like comfort food: predictable, yes, but with enough charm to linger. If Season 2 materializes, expect deeper dives into Dawn’s art world clashes with Trey’s ranch life, perhaps a Honeypot reunion special gone awry. For now, fans can revisit the original, streamable now, and flood Netflix’s feedback lines. After all, in the game of love and likes, the wrong turn might just lead home.
