A Very Secret Service
A Very Secret Service

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A Very Secret Service

2018
TV Show
Ended
3 Seasons
French

At the height of the Cold War in 1960, André Merlaux joins the French Secret Service and contends with enemies both foreign and bureaucratic.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Google Users78%
Director: Jean-François RichetGenres: Comedy, Action, Adventure

Plot Summary

In 1960, a young, naive Frenchman is recruited into the DGSE, France's external intelligence agency. Despite his lack of experience, he's thrown into a dangerous mission in Algiers during the Algerian War, where he must navigate espionage, love, and betrayal.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its humor, stylish direction, and performances, particularly from Laurent Lafitte. Some found the plot to be somewhat predictable, but it was generally seen as an entertaining and lighthearted spy comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Enjoys a certain charm and wit in its depiction of the spy world.

  • Laurent Lafitte delivers a memorable performance as the bumbling agent.

  • Praised for its visual style and comedic timing, though some found the plot less engaging.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be a fun and amusing spy comedy, appreciating its humor and lead actor's performance. Some viewers noted that while entertaining, it didn't break significant new ground in the genre.

Fun Fact

The film is a sequel to the 2004 film 'OSS 117: Cairo, Nest of Spies', though it follows a different character and storyline within the French spy genre.

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My Review

TMDB Reviews

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Dasha K

Dasha K

I've only seen the first season but I really enjoyed this show so far! Great acting and superb set design, I love the outfits the costume dept selected for this. It's a cute and fun show and I adore hearing French. I speak a bit of French a...