The Gardener 2025
Join Jean-Claude Van Damme in *The Gardener (2025)*, a high-stakes action-comedy where absurdity meets survival.
Director: David Charhon
Cast
Jean-Claude Van Damme
Léo
Michaël Youn
Serge Shuster
Nawell Madani
Mia
Carla Poquin
Alice
Jérôme Le Banner
Phoebus
Ragnar Le Breton
Esmeralda
Kaaris
Quasimodo
Danielle Renault
Jeanne
Élie Semoun
Dr Rouma
Vincent Desagnat
Policier Ministère 1
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Gardener (2025) about?
*The Gardener* follows Serge Shuster, a political advisor who suddenly finds himself marked for death on a secret government hit list. With his family in peril and no allies left, he turns to Léo, his gardener—a man whose grudge against slugs might just extend to assassins.
Who directed The Gardener?
David Charhon (*Case départ*, *Neuilly sa mère!*) directs *The Gardener*, blending sharp comedy with high-stakes action.
Who stars in The Gardener?
The film stars action legend Jean-Claude Van Damme as Léo, alongside Michaël Youn, Nawell Madani, and Jérôme Le Banner in a chaotic ensemble cast.
Is The Gardener (2025) worth watching?
With its mix of satire, slapstick humor, and Van Damme's trademark action, *The Gardener* delivers a surprisingly entertaining ride. Fans of offbeat thrillers and French comedies will find plenty to enjoy, even if the plot leans into the absurd.
How long is The Gardener?
The Gardener has a runtime of 109 minutes, offering a tight, fast-paced narrative packed with twists.
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About The Gardener (2025) — A Political Hit List Meets Backyard Mayhem
Join Jean-Claude Van Damme in *The Gardener (2025)*, a high-stakes action-comedy where absurdity meets survival. Directed by David Charhon, this darkly comic thriller follows Serge Shuster—a political advisor who discovers he's been marked for elimination on the government's infamous "Matignon List." With his family's safety hanging in the balance, Serge's only lifeline is Léo, his eccentric gardener with a violent distaste for garden pests. What begins as a routine hit list spirals into a chaotic chase through Parisian streets, where loyalty is as fleeting as a wilting rose.
The film blends razor-sharp wit with relentless action, painting a satirical portrait of power and desperation. Charhon crafts a world where every shadow could hide a killer, and even the most mundane tasks—like pruning roses—become life-or-death gambits. With its quirky premise and A-list cast, *The Gardener (2025)* promises laughs, thrills, and a dash of French political parody that'll leave audiences questioning who's really pulling the strings.
