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Lupin (2021)

2021 · Action,Crime,Drama · crime-detective-puzzle, contemporary-realistic

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Lupin is a French action-crime thriller built entirely around Omar Sy's irresistible charisma as Assane Diop, a modern gentleman thief who channels the fictional Arsène Lupin to avenge his father's wrongful imprisonment. Set against a visually gorgeous Paris backdrop, the show is unapologetically escapist: heists, disguises, daring escapes, and cat-and-mouse reversals delivered at a brisk pace that leaves little room to notice the plot holes. Reviewers consistently compare it to Mission: Impossible or James Bond in tone — fun, kinetic, and sustained by a magnetic lead performance rather than procedural realism. Best watched in close succession rather than across long gaps between seasons.

From the reviewers

The lead character, played by Omar Sy, just sweeps you along with it all.
I think this is a fun, light series, kind of a fantasy, with stunning Paris surroundings.
Each series proceeds at a cracking pace which does mean that there are a few plot holes but it doesn't matter because you just hang on for the ride.
the main protagonists is a very big man and very recognisable and so I had to suspend disbelief that he could disappear so easily so often.
The writing was top-notch, creating a captivating storyline with well-developed characters. Omar Sy was fantastic in his role as Assane Diop, bringing the character to life with his charismatic performance. The show also had stunning cinematography, with gorgeous shots that added to the overall aesthetic.

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