Movies - Philippe Lacheau to bring his own adaptation of Marsupilami to the big screen

By Mulder, 29 june 2023

Philippe Lacheau, actor and director, announced on instagram his next film. It will be an adaptation of a cult comic book character. Keeping the details under wraps, Philippe Lacheau shared a video featuring a plush Marsupilami, a character created by André Franquin in 1952 for the Spirou et Fantasio series. 

Check out the video on instagram

With this project, Philippe Lacheau is once again embarking on a comic-book adaptation, following the success of the film Nicky Larson et le Parfum de Cupidon, based on the manga City Hunter by Tsukasa Hojo. The actor-director's enthusiasm for Franquin's universe is clear, as he has expressed his admiration for the character and the opportunity to bring the comics to life on the big screen.

Although the release date and cast for Lacheau's adaptation of Marsupilami have yet to be announced, fans are eagerly awaiting further news in the coming weeks. This new film represents a major challenge for Phillipe Lacheau and his team, as the Marsupilami is a character just as popular with audiences as Nicky Larson. Previous adaptations have generated huge interest, with Alain Chabat's Sur la piste du Marsupilami attracting over 5 million viewers in 2012.

The comedic style of Philippe Lacheau, known for his humor and appeal, fits well with the mischievous and lovable nature of the Marsupilami, a creature that combines kindness and destructive tendencies while showing a strong commitment to protecting nature and his family. With Philippe Lacheau's box-office successes, including the recent triumph of Alibi.com 2, which sold over 4.2 million tickets at the cinema, there's a lot to look forward to in the adaptation of this iconic comic strip character.

The Marsupilami is a popular fictional character created by Belgian cartoonist André Franquin in 1952. He first appeared in the Spirou et Fantasio series, and was later given his own comic strip. The character has become an emblematic figure of the Franco-Belgian comic strip, attracting many fans over the years. The Marsupilami is depicted as a yellow, spotted creature with a long, flexible tail. His appearance is often described as cute and exotic, resembling a mix of various animals. The character possesses incredible strength, agility and endurance thanks to its powerful tail. The tail is also a versatile appendage that the Marsupilami uses for a variety of purposes, including catching objects, swinging from trees or even defending itself.

Known for his mischievous, playful nature, the Marsupilami often finds himself involved in humorous, adventurous situations. The character's adventures usually revolve around protecting his family, exploring his natural habitat and defeating his enemies. Despite his wild and untamed behavior, the Marsupilami is known for his keen sense of justice and his desire to defend the environment and his fellow creatures. Throughout the comic book series, Marsupilami encounters a series of secondary characters, including humans and other animal species. His interactions with these characters often give rise to comic and entertaining scenarios, highlighting the character's charismatic and unpredictable personality. The Marsupilami's popularity is not limited to comics, as he has been adapted into a variety of media, including animated TV series and feature films. These adaptations have reinforced the character's status as a beloved and enduring figure in the world of comics and entertainment.