The Emperor of Paris

Fugitive. Detective. Legend.

Genres: Drama, Crime, Thriller

Counries: Belgium, France

Companies: France 2 Cinéma, Gaumont, Mandarin Production, France 3 Cinéma, SCOPE Pictures, CN6 Productions, Actes Prolétariens, 120 Films, Entourage Pictures, Canal+, Ciné+, France Télévisions, BNP Paribas Fortis

Runtime: 121 minutes

Paris, France, early 19th century. The legendary convict François Vidocq lives in disguise trying to escape from a tragic past that torments him. When, after an unfortunate event, he crosses paths with the police chief, he makes a bold decision that will turn the ruthless mastermind of the Parisian underworld against him.