Lupin's continued success

Omar Sy reprises the role of Assane Diop in the fourth season of Lupin, which was released this Friday. The show, which first gained popularity in 2021, continues to be a major draw on Netflix, with the first three seasons collectively viewed over 217 million times.

French fiction's global impact

The success of Lupin has helped elevate French productions internationally, contributing to what Unifrance calls a boost in French soft power. Other French series such as The Bureau des légendes, HPI, and Dix pour cent have also played roles in this growing international interest in French fiction.

Sales and viewing figures

Despite a 27% drop in sales, fiction remains the most sold French audiovisual genre abroad in 2025, generating 54.9 million euros. Thrillers with lighter crime elements, often called "light crime," continue to be popular. Lupin has maintained its appeal, with the first season viewed 99.5 million times in 91 days.

Adaptations and international reach

Dix pour cent has been adapted and renamed in several countries, including the UK as Call My Agent!. Similarly, The Bureau des légendes inspired an American remake, The Agency, which features a different cast and setting. HPI was adapted as High Potential in the United States, achieving high viewership on ABC.

International co-productions and popularity

Astrid et Raphaëlle has been sold in 140 countries, with particular interest in Japan, where it is broadcast on NHK. A Franco-Japanese co-production is expected to be part of its seventh season. Candice Renoir has also found international buyers, with its first season available in 80 territories.

Early international success

Engrenages, before the rise of streaming platforms, was sold in over 100 territories and aired in the UK as Spiral. It won the International Emmy Award for best drama series in 2015. Les Revenants, a supernatural series, also gained international attention, with a British remake inspired by it.

Animated series with global appeal

Miraculous: Les Aventures de Ladybug et Chat Noir has been broadcast in over 150 countries since 2015. The animated series has inspired films, special episodes, and merchandise, showing the broad appeal of French animated storytelling.