Released in theaters on September 24, 2025, The Million is a French comedy directed by Grégoire Vigneron. The film features a star-studded cast, including Christian Clavier, Rayane Bensetti, and Gilles Cohen, weaving a story built like a race against the clock against the backdrop of a money briefcase and a series of hilarious misunderstandings. Just two months after its theatrical release, the comedy is now heading to VOD, initially available for purchase and then for rental.
Stan, a dedicated employee convinced he's about to miss out on the promotion he's been waiting for, finds himself losing control at the worst possible moment. Feeling betrayed and sacrificed, he makes a desperate choice: stealing a suitcase from his boss's trunk, loaded with a million euros of dirty money. The plan seems straightforward, almost foolproof in his mind—until reality catches up with him, turning his escape into a deadly trap.
Just as Stan is about to disappear with his partner, a new twist comes in: he’s finally landed the job he’s been after. Suddenly, the stakes shift. He has only one night to put the money back in its place, without alerting his boss or catching the attention of the guards watching the suitcase. To pull it off, he turns to Hippolyte, a locksmith as skilled as he is unscrupulous, setting off a chain of twists, awkward encounters, and high-pressure decisions.
Set over a single night, Le Million follows in the footsteps of classic constraint comedies, where increasing pace and mounting obstacles heighten the tension while adding a layer of humor. The cash-filled briefcase, a coveted and perilous object, drives a series of twists that pit professional ambition against moral panic, all fueled by reckless improvisation.
The film stars Christian Clavier, a familiar face in popular French comedies, alongside Rayane Bensetti and Gilles Cohen. Joining them are Claire Chust, Julie Ferrier, Charlotte Gabris, and Jean-Luc Couchard, who enrich the cast with a colorful array of characters. Together, they contribute to a series of misunderstandings and tense moments, each adding a new layer of complexity to Stan’s seemingly impossible mission.
The Million targets viewers who enjoy fast-paced comedies fueled by high-stakes situations, escalating lies, and plans spiraling out of control. The film thrives on the tension of “everything could fall apart at any moment,” blending elements of a light-hearted crime thriller: a frantic escape, doors slamming shut, and hurried decisions—where the suspense mainly amplifies the comedic moments.
The Million
Film | 2025
Scheduled for theatrical release on: September 24, 2025
Available for digital purchase starting January 22, 2026
Available for digital rental from January 29, 2026
Comedy | Duration: not disclosed
Directed by Grégoire Vigneron | Starring Christian Clavier, Rayane Bensetti, Gilles Cohen, Claire Chust, Julie Ferrier, Charlotte Gabris, Jean-Luc Couchard
Country: France
Blending farcical situations with the story of a small-scale getaway, Le Million relies on a tight, fast-paced plot where each attempt to fix things only leads to another complication. What starts as a simple mistake quickly spirals into a high-stakes night full of danger.
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