Lucky Star (2025)
Running from the Nazis? There’s only one thing more important than a good plan: A lucky star...
In 1940, in France, Jean Chevalin lives with his family in great poverty after deserting the army. Convinced that some people manage better than others, he decides to pretend to be Jewish in order to receive help from smugglers and reach the free zone. This ruse will lead his family on a journey that will gradually dismantle his prejudices.
Director: Pascal Elbé
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Runtime: 105 min
Release Date: November 12, 2025
Cast
- Benoît Poelvoorde - Jean Chevalin /Jacob
- Audrey Lamy - Paulette Chevalin /Sarah
- Hugo Becker - L'anguille
- Pascal Elbé - Sam Goldstein
- Zabou Breitman - Madeleine
- Louis Lagorce Douce-Doussière - Marcel Chevalin/Joseph
- David Talbot - Faurillon
- Patrick Mille
- Emmanuelle Schaaff - Francette
- Léa Alborghetti - Fleur
Screenplay
- Pascal Elbé (Screenplay)
Cinematography: Gilles Henry
Production: Quad Productions, Père & Films, France 3 Cinéma, Yann Zenou Entertainment
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Lucky Star about?
- In 1940, in France, Jean Chevalin lives with his family in great poverty after deserting the army. Convinced that some people manage better than others, he decides to pretend to be Jewish in order to receive help from smugglers and reach the free zone. This ruse will lead his family on a journey that will gradually dismantle his prejudices.
- Who directed Lucky Star?
- Lucky Star was directed by Pascal Elbé.
- Who stars in Lucky Star?
- Lucky Star stars Benoît Poelvoorde, Audrey Lamy, Hugo Becker, Pascal Elbé, Zabou Breitman, Louis Lagorce Douce-Doussière.
- How long is Lucky Star?
- Lucky Star has a runtime of 1h 45m (105 minutes).
- What genre is Lucky Star?
- Lucky Star is a Comedy, Drama film.
- Where was Lucky Star produced?
- Lucky Star was produced in France.