The Emperor of Paris

The Emperor of Paris (2018)

L'Empereur de Paris

Fugitive. Detective. Legend.

Paris, France, early 19th century. The legendary convict François Vidocq lives in disguise trying to escape from a tragic past that torments him. When, after an unfortunate event, he crosses paths with the police chief, he makes a bold decision that will turn the ruthless mastermind of the Parisian underworld against him.

Date of release
2018-12-19
TMDB
6.3 / 10 (539)
Runtime
2h 1m
Genres
Drama, Crime, Thriller
Director
Jean-François Richet

Casting

  • Vincent Cassel — Vidocq
  • Patrick Chesnais — Henry
  • August Diehl — Nathanaël
  • Olga Kurylenko — The Baroness
  • Denis Lavant — Maillard
  • Freya Mavor — Annette
  • Denis Ménochet — Dubillard
  • Jérôme Pouly — Courtaud
  • James Thierrée — The Duke
  • Fabrice Luchini — Fouché
  • Fayçal Safi — Mehmet
  • Antoine Lelandais — 'Fleur d'Épine'

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