Bagarre is a French comedy directed and written by Julien Royal, set to hit theaters on April 15, 2026. Led by Nassim Lyes, alongside Anaïde Rozam, Ramzy Bedia, and Marina Foïs, the film is produced by Hugo Sélignac, known for works like Bac Nord, Chien 51, and L’amour ouf. Shot in Marseille, this feature comedy falls into the high-energy urban farce genre, centered around a bold concept of “Uber for fights.”
Naim is a gentle, almost naive man, yet he possesses extraordinary physical strength. When his dog Chipie falls seriously ill, the mounting veterinary bills leave him overwhelmed. Desperate, he agrees to join “Allo Bagarre”, a company that offers clients the chance to settle disputes with punches through hired fighters. Beneath the absurdity of this premise, the film creates a quirky universe where violence becomes a customizable service.
As the missions keep coming, Naim finds himself grappling with his own contradictions. The man who fights to make a living secretly longs for peace. His encounter with the character played by Anaïde Rozam, a client of this unusual setup, opens up a more intimate space. Between social satire and unlikely romance, the story thrives on the contrast between raw brutality and a desire for connection, all delivered with a deliberately exaggerated tone.
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With this project, Julien Royal continues a body of work that began with En passant pécho (adapted from the eponymous YouTube series) and was followed by Nouveaux riches. These are comedies rooted in contemporary times, propelled by stars from the stand-up scene and social media circles. In his latest effort, he shifts his focus toward a more conceptual fiction, centered on a fictional startup specializing in “conflict management.” The film is produced by Hugo Sélignac under Chi-Fou-Mi Productions, a company associated with several recent successes in French cinema, from the Marseille-set crime thriller Bac Nord to the speculative thriller Chien 51.
Shot in Marseille, the feature film makes full use of the city’s vibrant urban landscape to serve as the lively backdrop for a fast-paced comedy. The striking visual style and dynamic fight scenes draw from a tradition of French action comedies, where humor emerges from exaggerated and offbeat situations. The story centers around a “Uber for fights,” positioning the film as a sharp satire of modern platforms and the relentless, ultra-service-driven nature of everyday life.
With its deliberately tongue-in-cheek tone, Bagarre targets audiences who enjoy gritty urban comedies and stories driven by charming antiheroes. Nassim Lyes delivers a performance rooted in his comfort with physically demanding roles, playing with a contrast between raw strength and innocence. The casting of Anaïde Rozam and Ramzy Bedia situates the film within a populist vein, blending absurd humor with social commentary.
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Film | 2026
Release in theaters: April 15, 2026
Comedy | Duration: —
Directed by Julien Royal | Featuring Nassim Lyes, Anaïde Rozam, Ramzy Bedia, Marina Foïs
Original title: Bagarre
Country: France
Blending action and comedy with a flair for the absurd, Bagarre weaves together choreographed showdowns, satirical takes on platforming logic, and a romantic storyline. Following a man willing to fight tooth and nail to save his dog, the film offers a modern twist on conflict resolution—oscillating between displays of raw power and the desire for dialogue.
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