New episode of Alex Hugo airs on France 3
A new episode of the French television series Alex Hugo is scheduled to air on France 3 on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 9:10 p.m. This episode is part of the ongoing series that follows the investigations of Alex Hugo, a character played by Samuel Le Bihan.Lionnel Astier returns as Angelo Batalla
Lionnel Astier will reprise his role as Angelo Batalla, a former rural police chief, in the episode titled "La vallée des oubliées." This marks Astier's return to the series five years after he left in 2021.Plot details of the new episode
In the episode, Angelo's current partner disappears, prompting him to seek help from Alex Hugo. Although Alex has no official authority to investigate in the area, the rural team reassembles and uncovers a series of unresolved disappearances in the valley, raising fears of a serial killer.Astier's reasons for leaving the series
Lionnel Astier previously explained his departure from the series to Télé-Loisirs, stating he felt he had explored all aspects of his character and did not want to repeat himself. However, he has shown openness to returning in the future.Samuel Le Bihan directs the episode
This new episode will also mark the first time Samuel Le Bihan takes on the role of director for Alex Hugo. The episode is also available on the platform france.tv.
