Paris, France, early 19th century. The legendary convict François Vidocq lives in disguise trying to escape from a tragic past that torments him. When, after an unfortunate event, he crosses paths with the police chief, he makes a bold decision that will turn the ruthless mastermind of the Parisian underworld against him.

• France 2 Cinéma
• Gaumont
• Vincent Cassel
• Patrick Chesnais
• August Diehl
• Olga Kurylenko
• Denis Lavant
• Freya Mavor
• Denis Ménochet
• Jérôme Pouly