Prime-Video - Prime Video Presents 2025: Bold Announcements from Paris Set the Stage for a New Era

By Mulder, Paris, Pavillon Gabriel Potel & Chabot, 25 september 2025

The Pavillon Gabriel Potel & Chabot in the heart of Paris hosted one of the most anticipated entertainment events of the year on September 25, 2025: the annual Prime Video Presents France. The atmosphere was electric, with media, creators, and talent filling the room as the platform unveiled its new slate of content. The day’s announcements highlighted a balance between daring French originals, high-profile international acquisitions, unscripted experiments, and a groundbreaking entry into live sports. It was less a simple press event and more a statement of intent: Prime Video France is positioning itself as both a cultural mirror of French society and a global player aiming to rival the most established studios.

Among the original films revealed, Les Bâtards, directed by Mourad Winter and co-written with Elias Belkeddar, immediately stood out. Set in late 1990s Paris, the story follows Hakim Jemili as Mohamed, who discovers half-siblings Morgane (Laura Felpin) and Maurice (Benjamin Tranié) after his father’s death. With the help of colorful figures like Kad Merad and Florence Foresti, the trio is forced to run a chaotic bar at the crossroads of scams, slot machines, and family drama. The project was described as both irreverent and heartfelt, and several journalists noted its strong nostalgic energy, recalling the raw yet vibrant nightlife of a pre-digital Paris.

Another film that sparked conversation was Tempête, directed by Edouard Salier. The narrative is set during the infamous December 1999 storm that devastated France and claimed dozens of lives. At its center is Chloé, a blind teenager played by Bach Buquen, who runs away on Christmas night and finds herself caught in the chaos with Erwan, the school’s golden boy. The pitch suggests that her disability may turn into an unlikely strength amidst the darkness. With climate anxieties looming large today, the parallels between the past catastrophe and present fears gave the announcement an added layer of urgency, making this one of the projects with the greatest emotional resonance.

Shifting gears to romance, Toi + Moi – Alone Against All, directed by Manon Gaurin and adapted from Emma Green’s popular novel, promises a blend of love story and thriller. With Vittoria Di Savoia as Alma and Lucas Barski as Vadim, the film explores forbidden attraction on a university campus while a shadowy figure threatens to expose their secrets. Footage revealed during the event emphasized the intensity between the leads, suggesting a mix of youthful rebellion and suspense that could appeal both to fans of the book and a broader audience craving emotional drama.

On the series side, Campus Drivers—adapted from C.S. Quill’s bestselling saga—was introduced as one of the cornerstones of the new lineup. Created by Thomas Boullé and directed by Tom Goris and Vianney Lebasque, it follows Lois and Lane, two students whose worlds collide in ways they never anticipated. With Carmen Kassovitz and Baptiste Masseline in the lead roles, the show was described as both glamorous and emotionally raw, a portrait of youth negotiating love, ambition, and loss. Behind the scenes, producers spoke candidly about drawing from real student life to create a series that feels authentic even within its heightened drama.

Glamsquad, created by Rebecca Zlotowski and Olivier Nicklaus, generated buzz for its dive into the ruthless world of fashion. With Arcadi Radeff, Antonia Buresi, Lucie Goudeau, and Natacha Krief in the ensemble, the series follows three young creatives who, along with a mysterious makeup artist played by Dodo, navigate the glamorous yet treacherous circuits of Fashion Week and Cannes. The creators emphasized how the show captures both the thrill and danger of ambition, comparing its narrative scope to earlier television sagas while grounding it in today’s cultural obsession with image and influence.

Perhaps the most surprising announcement was Paul, a semi-autobiographical series starring comedian Paul Mirabel, who also created and co-wrote the show. Directed by Antoine de Bary and Nathanael Munnich, it playfully blends truth and fiction as the stand-up star tries to balance fame with personal doubts. Supported by Abraham Wapler and Enya Baroux, Mirabel shared a humorous anecdote at the press event about how the idea was born from a “bluff” that spiraled into an actual Prime Video deal. The audience reacted warmly, signaling that this comedy could resonate strongly with younger viewers.

Unscripted content also grabbed attention. LOL: In Real Life, hosted by Philippe Lacheau, takes the hit format into an airport filled with unsuspecting travelers. With personalities such as Rédouane Bougheraba, Franck Dubosc, Paola Locatelli, Clara Luciani, and Michou, the chaos captured in sneak peeks provoked laughter across the press conference hall. Meanwhile, Tout Simplement Fan, driven by Eric Judor and Ramzy Bedia, pushes the prank format to extremes by inviting four supposed superfans onto a fake Zorro set in Spain. With help from celebrities like Laurent Lafitte, Hafid Benamar, Niels Schneider, Youssef Hajdi, Jean-Pascal Zadi, Laura Felpin, Melha Bedia, and Marc Labrèche, only one contestant remains unaware of the massive hoax. The behind-the-scenes story of orchestrating forty hidden cameras only heightened the sense of audacity surrounding the project.

Internationally, Prime Video confirmed a strong global footprint with acquisitions such as A Tale of Two Cities, reimagined by Hong Khaou and starring François Civil, Kit Harington, and Mirren Mack. The French acquisition Dear You, directed by Julien Carpentier and featuring Carla Poquin and Louka Meliava, adds a modern romantic twist filled with mystery. Perhaps most intriguing was the announcement of the documentary Orelsan: A Year Behind the Scenes of Yoroï, directed by Clément Cotentin. Chronicling rapper Orelsan’s most ambitious project to date alongside collaborators like Skread, Ablaye, and David Tomaszewski, the documentary promises humor, vulnerability, and creative candor.

The conference closed with a major sports announcement: the arrival of the NBA on Prime for the 2025-26 season. French commentary will be led by Clément Halberstadt, Maximilien Le Liard, and Benoît Daniel, joined by analysts Isabelle Yacoubou, Diandra Tchatchouang, and Simon Darnauzan. In an unprecedented move, subscribers will also have access to U.S. studio broadcasts featuring legends like Blake Griffin, Steve Nash, Dirk Nowitzki, and Dwyane Wade. The combination of local expertise with global perspectives was described as a “bilingual experience without borders,” and judging from the excitement in the room, it may reshape how French fans consume basketball.

By the end of the event, it was clear that Prime Video France had not only showcased a content lineup but also crafted a cultural roadmap. From gritty Parisian dramas to romantic thrillers, from experimental comedies to sports that unite fans worldwide, the platform has embraced diversity in both form and spirit. As attendees left the Pavillon Gabriel, conversations circled around which title would break out first, but one consensus stood: the 2025-26 slate reflects a bold, multifaceted vision designed to keep Prime Video at the heart of French and international entertainment.

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