Becoming Karl Lagerfeld
In 1972, Karl Lagerfeld is 38 and not yet wearing his iconic hairstyle. He is a ready-to-wear designer, unknown to the general public. While he meets and falls in love with the sultry Jacques de Bascher, an ambitious and troubling young dandy, the most mysterious of fashion designers dares to take on his friend (and rival) Yves Saint Laurent, a genius of haute couture backed by the redoubtable businessman Pierre Bergé.
- Metascore58
- 2024-2024
- 1 season
- Disney+
- Documentary, Drama
- TV-MA
In 1972, Karl Lagerfeld is 38 and not yet wearing his iconic hairstyle. He is a ready-to-wear designer, unknown to the general public. While he meets and falls in love with the sultry Jacques de Bascher, an ambitious and troubling young dandy, the most mysterious of fashion designers dares to take on his friend (and rival) Yves Saint Laurent, a genius of haute couture backed by the redoubtable businessman Pierre Bergé.
Season 1 Episode Guide
6 Episodes 2024
Episode 1
Mercenaire du prêt-à-porter
Fri, Jun 7, 2024 45 mins
Karl Lagerfeld encounters Jacques de Bascher, leading to him taking over creative direction at Chloé, revolutionizing French fashion.
Episode 2
Avez-vous un style?
Fri, Jun 7, 2024 43 mins
Karl's job with screen legend Marlene Dietrich contrasts with Jacques' risky involvement with the enigmatic Yves.
Episode 3
In Bed with Karl
Fri, Jun 7, 2024 43 mins
Karl engages in a feud with Chloé, forcing Jacques to pick sides between Karl and Yves.
Episode 4
La mauvaise réputation
Fri, Jun 7, 2024 38 mins
A confrontation between Karl, Yves, and Pierre unfolds as Jacques flees the city of Paris.
Episode 5
Le mariage du siècle
Fri, Jun 7, 2024 39 mins
Karl achieves success but realizes he needs Jacques's support to truly celebrate.
Episode 6
Monaco?
Fri, Jun 7, 2024 49 mins
The arrival of a new fashion craze compels Karl to make a difficult choice between Jacques and his uncompromising ambition.
