Directed by Julien Hervé, Cocorico 2 is an eagerly awaited French comedy set to hit theaters on April 8, 2026. As a direct sequel to Cocorico, the film reunites Christian Clavier and Didier Bourdon, joined by Sylvie Testud and the rest of the cast, to further explore the clash of cultures and family legacies that lie at the heart of this beloved French film franchise.
Following the shocking revelations revealed by DNA tests uncovering surprising family ties, the Bouvier-Sauvage and Martin families are now trying to move forward. Eager to put the past behind them and start afresh, they are focusing on organizing their children's wedding—hopeful that it marks a new beginning and the beginning of reconciliation between two groups previously divided by deep-seated differences.
But the fragile balance is swiftly disrupted by a new shock. A cousin of Frédéric enters the scene again, identified through the same DNA tests, casting doubt on the previous findings. This revelation sparks fresh questions about the true origins of the two families and sets off a chain of misunderstandings, as the past unexpectedly comes back to life.
As secrets come to light, the Bouvier-Sauvage and Martin families realize their ancestral histories are far more intricate than they thought. Certainties shatter, and the ancestors—once believed to be frozen in time within the stories passed down—become sources of unexpected surprises and fresh tensions, all set against the backdrop of a high-stakes wedding preparations.
Cocorico 2 continues the story from the 2024 debut, which relied heavily on the comedic clash of DNA tests and social shockwaves between families with opposing values. Julien Hervé, who directed the first film, returns to further explore themes of identity and familial tensions — a recurring motif in contemporary French comedy. Once again, the production banked on a well-known duo beloved by audiences, Christian Clavier and Didier Bourdon, familiar faces in this genre.
The film maintains a tone of popular comedy, built on witty dialogue, confrontational situations, and exaggerated stereotypes of social and cultural norms. The pacing focuses on a series of revelations and twists, set in a universe accessible to a wide audience. This sequel primarily targets viewers who enjoyed the first film, but also appeals to fans of French ensemble comedies centered around family and heritage, in the tradition of films like Qu’est-ce qu’on a fait au Bon Dieu?.
Cocorico 2
Film | 2026
Release in theaters: April 8, 2026
Comedy | Duration: To be announced
Directed by Julien Hervé | Starring Christian Clavier, Didier Bourdon, Sylvie Testud
Original title: Cocorico 2
Country: France
With this second installment, the Cocorico saga continues its humorous exploration of family ties and roots, playing on misunderstandings and hidden inheritances. The film extends its artistic approach, focusing on social comedy and identity clashes, while introducing fresh narrative stakes.
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