The Valet (2006) May 2026

The world-famous supermodel who must pretend to date Pignon. Kristin Scott Thomas Pierre's suspicious and powerful wife. Émilie Virginie Ledoyen

: François Pignon is a recurring character name in Francis Veber’s films (appearing in The Dinner Game and The Closet ), typically representing a kind-hearted, naive "little man" who ends up outsmarting those more powerful than him. Legacy and Remakes The Valet (2006)

Pignon’s childhood sweetheart who initially rejected his proposal. Themes and Style The world-famous supermodel who must pretend to date Pignon

Released in 2006, (originally titled La Doublure ) is a French comedy film written and directed by Francis Veber , a master of the "farce" genre. The film is celebrated for its classic mistaken-identity premise and its clever, fast-paced humor. Plot Overview Plot Overview : The film utilizes "well-oiled" situational

: The film utilizes "well-oiled" situational comedy, featuring snappy dialogue and absurd logic that keeps the audience amused without necessarily relying on crude humor.

: Billionaire CEO Pierre Levasseur (Daniel Auteuil) is caught by paparazzi in a hotel lobby with his mistress, supermodel Elena (Alice Taglioni).

The story centers on (played by Gad Elmaleh), a modest and unassuming parking valet who inadvertently becomes a pawn in a billionaire's scheme.