First Image Of Omar Sy In Netflix Romantic Comedy ‘French Lover’ Revealed

Melanie Goodfellow

30 January 2025 at 9:13 am·1-min read

Netflix France has revealed a first look at Lupin and Untouchable star Omar Sy in romantic comedy French Lover.

The new role marks a fresh direction for the actor whose previous characters have rarely had success in romance.

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The French arm of the global platform teased the image at its Next on Netflix event in Paris on Wednesday evening, running simultaneously with events in the U.S. and worldwide.

Sy stars as an A-list actor who unexpectedly falls for a girl-next-door, played by Sara Giraudeau, who crosses his path. They are joined in the cast by Pascale Arbillot, Alban Ivanov and Agnès Hurstel.

It is the debut feature of Lisa-Nina Rives who previously worked with Sy as a second unit director on Lupin.

Producers are Zazi Films, Federation Studio France and Korokoro Productions, with the participation of TF1. No date has been revealed for its launch.

Other big local productions on Netflix France’s 2025 line-up include Alain Chabat’s 3D animated series Asterix & Obelix: The Big Fight, the third installment of Guillaume Pierret’s hit action thriller movie trilogy Lost Bullet, and adventure series Nero starring Pio Marmaï.

“Our priority for 2025 is to become the benchmark for entertainment in France and to continue to support and develop French creative talent,” said Vice President of Content Pauline Dauvin.

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