Le Gendarme de Saint-Tropez Collection
The Gendarme collection is a series of French comic films created by Jean Girault and Richard Balducci, starring Louis de Funès as the protagonist Ludovic Cruchot, a sergeant of the gendarmerie. The story focuses on the every-day life of the police troop of Saint-Tropez - a fashionable seaside town located on the French Riviera. Six films were released in a period of eighteen years, starting in 1964.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The Le Gendarme de Saint-Tropez Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 18 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 6 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.
The "Series" Benchmark: 6.4/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 6.4. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Le Gendarme de Saint-Tropez Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Le Gendarme de Saint-Tropez standing out as the peak cinematic achievement.
Continuity vs. Commercial Appeal
Our data indicates that while the "Release Order" is preferred for first-time viewers, the "Chronological Order" provides a much deeper understanding of the world-building within the Le Gendarme de Saint-Tropez Collection. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Le Gendarme de Saint-Tropez Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
Le Gendarme de Saint-Tropez
The ambitious police officer Cruchot is transferred to St. Tropez. He's struggling with crimes such as persistent nude swimming, but even more with his teenage ...
The Gendarme in New York
Sergeant Cruchot and his faithful comrades have been sent to the International Congress of Gendarmerie in N.Y....
The Gendarme Gets Married
The Saint-Tropez police launch a major offensive against dangerous drivers. Marechal Cruchot (Louis de Funès) relishes the assignment, which he pursues with a m...
The Gendarme Takes Off
The whole clique of Cruchot's police station is retired. Now he lives with his rich wife in her castle - and is bored almost to death. He fights with the butler...
The Gendarme and the Creatures from Outer Space
The bungling inspector Cruchot finds himself trying to save the residents of St. Tropez from some oil-drinking humanoid aliens. The only way to tell the aliens ...
The Gendarme and the Gendarmettes
Cruchot's police office moves into a new building. They do not only get high tech equipment, but also four young female police officers to educate. All of them ...
Common Questions about Le Gendarme de Saint-Tropez Collection
How many movies are in the Le Gendarme de Saint-Tropez Collection?
There are currently 6 movies in the Le Gendarme de Saint-Tropez Collection, starting from Le Gendarme de Saint-Tropez to the latest release, The Gendarme and the Gendarmettes.
What is the best order to watch the Le Gendarme de Saint-Tropez Collection?
The best way to watch the Le Gendarme de Saint-Tropez Collection is usually in release order: starting with Le Gendarme de Saint-Tropez and ending with The Gendarme and the Gendarmettes. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Le Gendarme de Saint-Tropez Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Le Gendarme de Saint-Tropez in this franchise.