The filming of the fourth season of The White Lotus began in April 2026 in the south of France. After Hawaii, Sicily, and Thailand, Mike White’s satirical series now sets its cameras on the French Riviera.
The fiction blurs with reality on the French Riviera. A month before the Cannes Festival, HBO streaming platform unveiled an unexpected video on April 15th: cameras set up in front of a luxurious hotel, technical teams installing equipment, a sunny beach… Amidst this excitement, a clapperboard with the name of the series confirms what fans were waiting for: The White Lotus has indeed arrived on the French Riviera, and filming for the new season has started.
The production has chosen several iconic locations on the Riviera, including Cannes, Saint-Tropez, and Monaco. Some scenes are also expected to be shot in Paris, although the plot mainly focuses on the Mediterranean coast, as reported by Numéro. Staying true to its structure, the season will follow a group of wealthy clients and the staff of a fictional luxury hotel for a week. This time, the action takes place alongside the Cannes Festival, an ideal backdrop to explore power dynamics and celebrity culture.
Two establishments have been selected to represent the “White Lotus” hotels of this season: the Hotel Martinez on the Croisette, a famous palace frequented by movie stars during the Cannes Festival, and the Airelles de la Messardière overlooking the Mediterranean bay. These locations are associated with luxury and an international clientele, in line with the series’ universe.
The cast includes actors from various backgrounds, such as Helena Bonham Carter (Harry Potter, Fight Club), Steve Coogan (Percy Jackson, Night at the Museum), and Kumail Nanjiani (Ghostbusters: Afterlife). Several French actors also join this new season. Vincent Cassel (Juste la fin du monde, The Three Musketeers) will star alongside Nadia Tereszkiewicz (Call My Agent). Their presence reflects the geographical setting of this season and the production’s intention to integrate local profiles into an international ensemble.
No specific details have been released about the plot yet. However, HBO describes a story set in the Cannes frenzy, where the film industry, luxury tourism, and power dynamics intersect. The release date for this fourth season has not been announced yet.
[Context: The article provides an update on the filming of the fourth season of the popular series The White Lotus, showcasing its new filming location and cast members. Fact Check: The information presented in the article is accurate and based on the official announcements from HBO and other sources.]
