The Emperor of Paris (2018)

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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.

Released: 2018-12-19
Genres: Drama, Crime, Thriller
Runtime: 2h 1m
Status: Released
TMDB rating: 6.3/10 from 536 votes

Directed by Jean-François Richet.

Top cast

Vincent Cassel as Vidocq
Patrick Chesnais as Henry
August Diehl as Nathanaël
Olga Kurylenko as The Baroness
Denis Lavant as Maillard
Freya Mavor as Annette
Denis Ménochet as Dubillard
Jérôme Pouly as Courtaud
James Thierrée as The Duke
Fabrice Luchini as Fouché

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Where to watch The Emperor of Paris

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