Umbrella Coup 1980
Pierre Richard stars in *Umbrella Coup (1980)*, a hilarious French comedy-thriller directed by Gérard Oury that blends mistaken identity with dark humor.
Director: Gérard Oury
Cast
Pierre Richard
Grégoire Lecomte, acteur à mi-temps, dragueur à plein temps
Valérie Mairesse
Sylvette, alias Bunny, inspecteur à la D.S.T.
Christine Murillo
Josyane Leblanc, contractuelle parisienne, régulière de Grégoire
Gérard Jugnot
Frédo, agent artistique de Grégoire
Gordon Mitchell
Moskovitz, le tueur à gages
Roger Carel
Salvatore Bozzoni, couturier et fournisseur de poison
Gert Fröbe
Otto Krampe, dit La Baleine
Maurice Risch
Le producteur de Paris
Dominique Lavanant
Mireille, femme de Frédo, ex-maîtresse de Grégoire
Axelle Abbadie
Juliette, la fleuriste, ex-femme non divorcée de Grégoire
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Umbrella Coup (1980) about?
*Umbrella Coup* follows Grégoire Lecomte, an unlucky actor who accidentally lands a contract to assassinate a gun dealer by using a seemingly harmless umbrella. What begins as a mix-up spirals into a chaotic comedy of errors, as Lecomte's innocent intentions clash with the mafia's ruthless plans during a glamorous Saint-Tropez party.
Who directed Umbrella Coup?
The film was directed by Gérard Oury, known for blending comedy with suspense in his films like *The Mad Adventures of Rabbi Jacob*.
Who stars in Umbrella Coup?
Pierre Richard headlines the cast alongside Valérie Mairesse, Christine Murillo, Gérard Jugnot, and Roger Carel in this quirky crime-comedy.
Is Umbrella Coup (1980) worth watching?
A solid pick for fans of classic French comedy with a twist, *Umbrella Coup* mixes slapstick humor with a clever plot. While not as widely known as some of Oury's other works, its absurd premise and Richard's performance make it a charmingly ridiculous watch.
How long is Umbrella Coup?
The film runs for 95 minutes, offering a tight, fast-paced story packed with laughs and suspense.
About Umbrella Coup (1980) — A French Crime-Comedy Classic with Pierre Richard
Pierre Richard stars in *Umbrella Coup (1980)*, a hilarious French comedy-thriller directed by Gérard Oury that blends mistaken identity with dark humor. The film follows Grégoire Lecomte, an out-of-work actor who stumbles into a criminal conspiracy when he's mistaken for a hired assassin. With a sharp umbrella concealing a deadly secret, Lecomte becomes entangled in a plot to eliminate a gun dealer during a lavish Saint-Tropez birthday party. As chaos ensues, the film twists expectations with slapstick timing and sharp social satire, all wrapped in an air of playful absurdity. Oury's direction keeps the tone lighthearted yet suspenseful, making it a standout in the crime-comedy genre.
The absurd premise—where a simple umbrella holds the key to murder—sets the stage for a series of escalating mishaps, as Lecomte's harmless intentions collide with the mafia's deadly plans. With Pierre Richard's signature bumbling charm and a cast of eccentric characters, *Umbrella Coup (1980)* delivers a mix of laughs, suspense, and social parody, proving that even the most ordinary items can hide extraordinary danger.
