Gruff former Bordeaux investigating judge Antoine Mongeville (Francis Perrin) wasn't finding retirement to his taste. Called for consult by no-nonsense inspector Valentine Duteil (Gaëlle Bona), he starts insinuating herself into her caseload, with often exasperating but always effective results. Engaging police series that ran on France 3 from 2013-2021 also stars Pierre Aussedat, Jean-Philippe Lachaud, Christiane Bopp.26 episodes on 14 discs. 42 1/4 hrs. Widescreen; Soundtrack: French; Subtitles: English. In French with English subtitles.
Mongeville: The Complete Series on DVD brings together all episodes of the beloved French detective drama, starring Francis Perrin as the charismatic retired judge Antoine Mongeville. Produced by MHZ Networks Home, a renowned distributor specializing in international crime and mystery series for North American audiences, this collection is perfect for fans of sophisticated European storytelling. Francis Perrin, celebrated for his extensive career in French television and theater (notably ?Commissaire Magellan? and ?Le juge est une femme?), delivers a nuanced performance alongside Gaëlle Bona (?Candice Renoir?) who plays police captain Valentine Duteil. The series was created by Jacques Santamaria, an acclaimed writer known for his work on ?Les petits meurtres d?Agatha Christie.? With its clever plots set against the picturesque backdrop of Bordeaux, Mongeville has captivated viewers with its blend of wit, suspense, and heartwarming character dynamics.