35 Louis de Funes Comedies to Watch

Paul Martin is a young man eager to climb the corporate ladder, driven by the desire to maintain his credit-fueled lifestyle. When a marriage to his boss's daughter fails to deliver the advancement he craves, he begins plotting to eliminate…

An ambitious art dealer seeks to obtain a rare Modigliani painting tattooed on an elderly soldier. His pursuit leads him into the shadowy world of black market art and forces him to confront difficult ethical choices. He discovers the soldier's…

Cruchot, a former police station chief, now lives a comfortable but dull life in a castle with his wealthy wife, far from his old job. He’s restricted from even small tasks by the household staff. When a former colleague suffers…

Two men, Henry Roubier from France and Enrico Mazzini from Italy, team up with big plans to dominate Europe's highway systems. Their trip changes when they pick up two young hitchhikers. A sudden accident sends their car crashing onto a…

A comedic take on the buddy cop story follows Cruchot's precinct as they move into a high-tech new facility with four enthusiastic new female officers. Initially concerned with image over duty, the rookies disrupt the station's calm. While adjusting to…

A French shop owner's vacation in Italy is ruined by a car crash. To compensate him, an American friend asks him to drive a car from Naples to Bordeaux. The owner is unaware the car contains stolen money, jewelry, and…

In the charming French town of St. Tropez, Inspector Cruchot deals with a strange problem when the town is overrun by mysterious creatures. These human-like aliens are drawn to oil and make an odd metallic noise when touched. As chaos…

After disappearing during a scientific expedition in Greenland over fifty years ago, Paul Fournier is found frozen and remarkably preserved. Scientists revive him in the 1960s, where his descendants lovingly recreate a 1905 environment for him. They conceal the changes…

This charming adaptation updates Molière's classic with a contemporary feel. The story follows Harpagon, a miserly father, and his children, Cléante and Elise, who are both in love. Their romantic pursuits are complicated by their father’s attempts to arrange advantageous…

Monsieur Bosquier, owner of a respected private school, is disappointed by his son Philippe's poor exam results. To improve Philippe's English, he arranges an exchange program with a wealthy distiller, Mac Farrel, who sends his daughter Shirley to live with…

The film follows Don Sallust, a powerful minister in the Spanish King's court. Driven by greed, he uses his position to gain wealth while harming the common people. His corruption leads to a scandal involving the Queen, a beautiful Bavarian…

A writer's life turns chaotic when he's targeted by a blackmailer. Desperate to protect himself, he accidentally shoots the blackmailer and then makes the fateful decision to conceal the body.

Victor Garnier, a shopkeeper, invests his family's savings in an African mine based on his banker's advice. When the government seizes the mine, making the investment worthless, Victor feels betrayed. He decides to rob the bank that handled the investment,…

A quirky and disorganized family goes on vacation to Spain, but their relaxing getaway becomes a thrilling heist. They accidentally encounter a group of clever diamond thieves and get drawn into their world. While exploring the Spanish countryside, the chaotic…

Louis-Philippe Fourchaume, played by Louis de Funès, is the demanding CEO of a French sail yacht company. He impulsively fires his top designer, André Castagnier, and risks a crucial deal with a wealthy Italian businessman. Realizing his mistake, Fourchaume journeys…

This film adapts three separate novels into a single story featuring compelling characters and intriguing plots. It begins with a man removing a lantern from a brothel, initiating a chain of events. The story then focuses on the theft of…

In the second installment of the series, Fantômas kidnaps Professor Marchand, a leading scientist, intending to force him to create a powerful weapon for global domination. Fantômas is also plotting to capture Professor Lefebvre, another scientist.

Fantômas is a master of disguise, employing makeup as a tool. He can convincingly impersonate anyone with a collection of masks, generating widespread confusion through his ever-shifting appearances.

In the high-stakes world of ballet, director Evan Evans is preparing a stunning new production in Monaco for an international tour. When a dancer leaves to have a baby, Evan uses the chance to push his remaining dancers with intense…

The final part of this suspenseful crime series features the notorious criminal mastermind Fantômas in his most daring plan yet. In the third episode, the mysterious antagonist announces a terrifying tax on wealthy Parisians. As fear spreads, the city's elite…

A small town police officer's commitment to duty is tested when he hears about a local theater's revue featuring nude performers. Believing it his responsibility to investigate, he attends the show. The experience becomes a journey of self-discovery and prompts…

This is a gentle, five-part French comedy.

In Paris, Monsieur Septime owns a highly-regarded French restaurant that draws a diverse clientele. The peaceful atmosphere is shattered when one of these guests disappears without explanation. The elegant world of fine dining is suddenly confronted by crime and mystery.…

Paul pulls the body of his arch-rival from the water. To protect himself from murder charges and clear his reputation, he takes actions to prove his innocence.

During World War II, a diverse group of people unite for a risky attempt at liberation. In Nazi-occupied Paris, two French civilians join forces with a stranded British bomber crew, all striving to reach safer territory in the south of…

Léonard Monestier faces trouble after his wife Cynthia makes a bad investment in an oil concession, threatening their wealth. Léonard tries to fix the situation when Antoine Brévin appears. Antoine, a wealthy man, is drawn to Léonard's daughter Patricia and…

Two small-town farmers' lives change completely when a group of aliens visits, drawn by the cabbage soup they make. The film is about friendship, an unexpected partnership, and how good food connects us all as the farmers navigate this strange…

In the peaceful countryside of rural France, a wildlife officer faces a persistent challenge from a clever poacher. The officer, dedicated to protecting the local wildlife, is constantly outmaneuvered by his elusive adversary. This playful conflict unfolds in a quiet…

During World War II, in Nazi-occupied Paris, two people form an unlikely alliance. They must smuggle four suitcases of illegal pork through the city's dangerous streets and checkpoints, avoiding both the Nazis and rival black market groups. As they navigate…

Sergeant Cruchot and his gendarme colleagues travel from their country to New York City for a major International Congress. The film follows these dedicated officers as they experience a new culture and forge international bonds. It offers a look into…

This clever and funny update to the 1960s cartoon Space Ghost sees the animated superhero trade crime-fighting for a parody talk show. Live guests, unaware of their cartoon host's abilities, find themselves in bizarre and amusing conversations. Combining animation with…

Charles Duchemin, a respected culinary expert and editor of a famous food guide, battles the powerful fast-food company Tri-Catel to protect French cuisine. He agrees to appear on a talk show, but faces unexpected difficulties: his son wants to be…

In St. Tropez, police officer Cruchot deals with a variety of cases, from minor disturbances at the beach to a more complicated family matter. He struggles with his teenage daughter, who tries to impress her affluent friends by inventing stories…

Victor Pivert, a proud French factory owner, is taken hostage by Slimane, an Arab rebel leader. A series of chaotic events leads them to disguise themselves as rabbis to escape assassins from Slimane's country and the police, who believe Pivert…

In Saint-Tropez, local police launch a strong effort to stop dangerous drivers who threaten residents and tourists. Leading this campaign is Marshal Cruchot (Louis de Funès), an eccentric officer obsessed with pursuing speeders. His pursuit leads him to Josépha (Claude…