François Pignon is a shirt salesman and Ralf Milan’s comical hotel neighbour. After his wife Louise Pignon leaves him for the reputed psychiatrist Dr. Edgar Fuchs, he becomes suicidal and attempts to hang himself, causing a flood. Milan tries to keep him alive until the planned assassination is completed.
Jean Doucet is a village teacher accused by a female student of sexual assault. He faces public scandal, contradictory testimony, and the threat of life imprisonment. He considers leaving on Maître Roussel's advice, while his wife Suzanne Doucet is questioned about his private life and his connection with Martine.
A poor but confident country doctor who treats illness irreverently and pursues wine, women, and personal freedom. His love for Manette conflicts with his reluctance to marry, while an insult from a nobleman drives him toward revenge, a duel, and elaborate schemes.
Jacques Brel has 55 screen credits in a career dating back to 1962. Signature works include A Pain in the Ass, Risky Business, The Bar at the Crossing. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.