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THE BIG FUCK-UP

Broadcast on 28 April 20:00 - 21:15 | Grand Auditorium Louis Lumière
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Presentation
De big fuck-up
Belgium - 2024 - 2025
Philippe de Schepper, Bas Adriaensen

8 x 43 minutes | World Premiere at CANNESERIES Season 8
Dutch
French & English subtitles

Episode 1

In the presence of showrunner, co-writer and producer Philippe de Schepper, director Wim Geudens, actors Willem De Schryver, Tom Vermeir, Tibo Vandenborre, Rob Van Der Auwera, Lien Joosten, co-writer Bas Adriaensen and producer Helen Perquy. This list is subject to change.

Synopsis

The eighties. Belgian Gendarmes, led by a CIA agent, hunt drug dealers but turn criminal. Jan Laureys, gendarme against his will, and with a drug past, sees an opportunity for a life of fun. As his team spirals, he slacks off – but how long before his shortcuts catch up to him?

Note from the artistic direction

Dive into the heart of the 80s, within a special unit of Belgian police led by a CIA agent, where the hunt for criminals will soon turn to chaos. Bold aesthetics and biting humor bring life to a story as fast-paced as it is irreverent. In a quirky and exuberant world, breakout star Willem de Schryver captivates with his intensity and magnetic presence. A series that brilliantly blends action and satire.





Technical Sheet

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Original Title

De big fuck-up

Written by

Philippe de Schepper, Bas Adriaensen

Directed by

Wim Geudens

Cast

Willem De Schryver, Tom Vermeir, Tibo Vandenborre, Lien Joosten, Koen De Bouw, Koen De Graeve, Eric Godon, Rob Van Der Auwera

Production

jonnydepony - Helen Perquy & Philippe de Schepper

Sales

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Broadcast
Streamz (BE) & Amazon Prime Video (NL)