The Hallmark+ series "Paris is Always a Good Idea," based on Jenn McKinlay's 2020 novel, wrapped its six-episode run with the central romance between Chelsea Martin and Jason Knightly reaching its resolution.
The series followed Chelsea, portrayed by Lacey Chabert, as she revisited three past romantic interests from her time abroad after graduate school: Colin, Sebastian, and Marcos. Her journey was intertwined with fulfilling her late mother Christine's itinerary in Paris, a trip she initially abandoned a decade prior due to grief. Her father, Glenn, and sister, Annabelle, join her to complete the intended memorial.
Romantic Entanglements and Career Choices
Chelsea's professional rival at the American Cancer Coalition (ACC), Knightly (Scott Michael Foster), is also sent to Paris for a work trip, which initially frustrates Chelsea. As she reconnects with her past romantic interests, she finds that neither Colin nor Sebastian are her ideal match. Her feelings begin to shift towards Knightly, a sentiment that appears to be mutual.
However, Knightly encourages Chelsea to reconnect with Marcos, who is later revealed to be billionaire Marcos Vera. Their relationship in Spain is complicated when Chelsea must return home due to her father's urging about her mother's illness. She leaves Marcos without a full explanation, though he later offers her a significant position leading a foundation with substantial funds.
Meanwhile, Knightly grapples with his own financial challenges, including funding his sister's soccer club, and his own regrets about pushing Chelsea to pursue Marcos. A misunderstanding arises when Chelsea resigns from the ACC to protect Knightly from potential layoffs due to financial restrictions, but he misinterprets her resignation as a choice to be with Marcos.
Family and Future
The series also depicted personal milestones for Chelsea's family. Glenn proposes to Sherrie with a ring featuring a pink diamond, and Chelsea and Annabelle agree to be bridesmaids. Flashbacks reveal that Chelsea's parents had kept her mother's illness a secret to allow her to live fully, which prompts Chelsea to realize the importance of sharing all her secrets with a partner.
Series Conclusion and Future Possibilities
Chelsea ultimately chooses Knightly over Marcos and Spain. After a period of miscommunication, Chelsea sends Knightly a voice memo expressing her feelings. He arrives in Spain shortly after, and the couple reconciles, sharing a kiss. The series concludes with Glenn and Sherrie's wedding, and a toast honoring Chelsea's mother.
While "Paris is Always a Good Idea" was billed as a limited series, the actors and creators have not ruled out a second season. The potential for future storylines has been acknowledged, with the possibility of further exploring the characters' lives and relationships.