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A French Village

2009·Show
72Episodes in7Seasons

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A French Village fingerprint

High energy, immersive world, a touch of humor.

Energy

Nerve-racking and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension9
  • Violence7
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos8
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor3
  • Cringe Humor2

World

History, politics, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Direction9
  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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Episode ratings

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About

The stories of the people of Villeneuve, a fictional subprefecture, in the Jura, in German–occupied France during the Second World War.
World War II DramaHistorical FictionFrench ResistanceOccupation LifeMoral AmbiguityHuman ResiliencePolitical IntrigueEnsemble CastSlow Burn Thriller

Sequels and Prequels

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Where can I stream A French Village legally?

A French Village is included with a subscription to Mhz Choice in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Plex, and Tubi TV. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is A French Village worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80/100 (IMDb 8.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is A French Village rated?

ViolenceSexual contentDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does A French Village have?

7 seasons

It has 7 seasons with 72 episodes of about 50 minutes each.

When did A French Village air?

It ran from 2009 to 2017 and has ended.

What language is A French Village in?

French

It was made in French. Produced in France.

In how many countries can I watch A French Village?

6BECAFRGBSEUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for A French Village in 6 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does A French Village use?

Final SolutionReminiscing About Your VictimsAnyone Can DieObliviously EvilCyanide PillMs. FanserviceFace Death with DignityWhat the Hell, Hero?Disappeared DadTwo-FacedLaw of Inverse FertilityDraft Dodgingand 131 more

TV Tropes lists 143 storytelling tropes for A French Village, including Final Solution, Reminiscing About Your Victims, Anyone Can Die.