New season of Cat's Eyes begins
The second season of Cat's Eyes started on October 12 on TF1, continuing the story of the Chamade sisters as they work to save their father and dismantle a major art trafficking network in France.New character disrupts the series
The new season introduces a mysterious thief known as the Marquis, played by Tom Leeb. This unpredictable and playful character brings chaos into the lives of the Chamade sisters.Character inspired by manga
The Marquis is based on a character named Le Rat from Tsukasa Hōjō's original manga. Like the Marquis, Le Rat is a professional thief with a particular interest in jewelry and art.Director's vision for the Marquis
Alexandre Laurent, the series' director, explained that the Marquis was already in the script and inspired by Le Rat. He added a humorous and unpredictable twist, drawing from the style of Jack Sparrow from Pirates of the Caribbean.Tom Leeb's casting choice
Laurent chose Tom Leeb for the role because of his comedic talent and versatility. Leeb studied comedy in the United States and has experience in voice acting and impressions, which made him a natural fit for the role.Actor enjoys the challenge
Tom Leeb expressed enthusiasm for playing the Marquis, highlighting the character's ambiguity and the creative freedom it offered. He appreciated the opportunity to explore different aspects of the character, including makeup and transformation, which he found unique and exciting.