François Cluzet

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Characters played by François Cluzet

Philippe — The Intouchables (2011)

Wealthy quadriplegic aristocrat seeking a caregiver to restore his zest for life.

Le préfet Maynott — A Monster in Paris (2011)

A wealthy Police Commissioner and mayoral candidate who pressures Lucille into marriage. He obsessively hunts the monster, fires a shot at the Eiffel Tower, and is later arrested for his mania.

Max Cantara — Little White Lies 2 (2019)

Charismatic restaurant owner and emotional anchor of the friend group.

Totoche — School of Life (2017)

A notorious local poacher who becomes Paul's mentor, teaching him woodcraft, hunting, and survival skills in the surrounding wilderness.

Alexandre 'Alex' Beck, pediatrician — Tell No One (2006)

A pediatrician whose wife was believed murdered eight years earlier. After receiving evidence that she may be alive, he becomes implicated in two homicides, escapes arrest, is abducted, and works to uncover the truth. He is ultimately exonerated and reunites with his wife.

Antoine — One Wild Moment (2015)

Antoine is a hot-tempered Corsican father with old-fashioned views about women. He takes his 17-year-old daughter on holiday and reacts furiously when she reveals that she has been seeing an older man. Armed with a shotgun, he hunts for the supposed offender, while his friendship with Laurent becomes central to the conflict.

Simon Laurenti — Masquerade (2022)

A wealthy businessman who becomes the primary target of the protagonists' elaborate con.

Bob — French Kiss (1995)

French thief who steals Kate's luggage after she faints at the Paris airport. His involvement forces Kate and Luc to bond while tracking down the stolen items.

Max Cantara — Little White Lies (2010)

Restaurant owner and central figure of the friend group, facing marital and professional crises.

Georges Balbuzard — Normandy Nude (2018)

Georges is the long-serving mayor of Le Mêle-sur-Sarthe and the determined leader of the farmers’ protest. He defends local agriculture, promotes the nude photograph as a public statement, persuades residents to participate, and pleads with Bradley and Newman to remain after the villagers repeatedly fail to appear.

Duval — Scribe (2016)

Duval is a lonely, middle-aged accountant recovering from alcoholism and unemployment. Hired by Clément to transcribe intercepted calls, he gradually discovers links to a hostage crisis, murder, and political manipulation. Threatened by competing security forces, he ultimately turns against Clément and helps end the operation, while Sara remains his emotional support.

Pierre — A Real Job (2023)

A colleague who offers Benjamin friendship and practical support within the school community.

Career Overview

François Cluzet has 104 screen credits in a career dating back to 1974. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Little White Lies Collection with 2 titles. Signature works include The Intouchables, Little White Lies 2, School of Life. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
104
Birth Date
1955-09-21
Birth Place
Paris, France

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 3 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q600051), public domain (CC0).