'Étoile' Trailer Debuts, Showcasing Rival Ballet Companies' Struggles and Cultural Clash

The first look at Amy Sherman-Palladino and Daniel Palladino's new series highlights humor and drama as dancers from New York and Paris swap companies to save their art form.

The trailer for 'Étoile,' a ballet comedy-drama by Amy Sherman-Palladino and Daniel Palladino, has been released ahead of its April 24, 2025, premiere on Prime Video.
The series follows two struggling ballet companies in New York and Paris that swap their top dancers in a bid to revitalize their institutions and preserve ballet as an art form.
Luke Kirby and Charlotte Gainsbourg star as the heads of the rival companies, with Lou de Laâge and Gideon Glick portraying principal dancers facing cultural and professional challenges after the swap.
Inspired by Frederick Wiseman’s documentary 'La Danse,' the show blends fictionalized storytelling with real-world insights into the ballet world, showcasing its unique dynamics and challenges.
Featuring a mix of established actors and professional dancers, including Yanic Truesdale and Tiler Peck, the series marks the Palladinos' first return to television since 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' ended in 2023.