Netflix France has revealed a first look at Lupin and Untouchable star Omar Sy in romantic comedy French Lover.
The new role marks a fresh direction for the actor whose previous characters have rarely had success in romance.
The French arm of the global platform teased the image at its Next on Netflix event in Paris on Wednesday evening, running simultaneously with events in the U.S. and worldwide.
Sy stars as an A-list actor who unexpectedly falls for a girl-next-door, played by Sara Giraudeau, who crosses his path. They are joined in the cast by Pascale Arbillot, Alban Ivanov and Agnès Hurstel.
It is the debut feature of Lisa-Nina Rives who previously worked with Sy as a second unit director on Lupin.
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Producers are Zazi Films, Federation Studio France and Korokoro Productions, with the participation
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