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The Emperor of Paris

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2018 | 121 min | Drama, Crime, Thriller

Weeknight Watch

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With almost no lasting buzz and a lukewarm 6.3 out of 10 from audiences, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for crime-drama fans and anyone who likes to be kept guessing. If you loved The Tenant or Changeling, start here.
The mood
Tense, dark and gritty.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 1 min.
What might put you off
It's in French, so expect subtitles (or a dub).

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.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsSolid

    70% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.3 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerSolid

    Streaming release that reached a modest audience; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 21K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Jean-François Richet

  • Vincent CasselVidocq
  • Patrick ChesnaisHenry
  • August DiehlNathanaël
  • Olga KurylenkoThe Baroness
  • Denis LavantMaillard
  • Freya MavorAnnette
  • Denis MénochetDubillard
  • Jérôme PoulyCourtaud
  • James ThierréeThe Duke
  • Fabrice LuchiniFouché