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The Secret Files of Inspector Lavardin

Series Overview

The Dossiers of Inspector Lavardin is a French television series in four 90-minute episodes, created by Dominique Roulet and Claude Chabrol and broadcast between September 15, 1988 and February 1, 1990 on TF1. It follows the two films Chicken in Vinegar and Inspector Lavardin directed by Claude Chabrol and already featuring Jean Poiret in the role of Lavardin. This short series depicts the investigations of Inspector Lavardin, a tongue-in-cheek policeman known for his bad manners.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
TF1
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 4 Episodes

90 min per episode

Air Date Window

1988 – 1990

Premiered: Thu, Sep 15, 1988

Created By
Dominique Roulet
Claude ChabrolClaude Chabrol

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Thu, Feb 1, 1990

Season 1, Episode 4: “Episode 4”

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Dominique Roulet, Claude Chabrol

Screenplay & Story

Claude Chabrol, Dominique Roulet

Original Score & Music

Matthieu Chabrol

Director of Photography

Jean Rabier

Film Editing

Monique Fardoulis

Producers

Philippe Baraduc

Department Leadership Roster

Claude Chabrol

Claude Chabrol

Writer

Monique Fardoulis

Monique Fardoulis

Editor

Magali Fustier-Dray

Costume Design

Philippe Baraduc

Producer

Dominique Roulet

Writer

Jean Rabier

Director of Photography

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: 10

10: Interdit aux moins de 10 ans — 10+ only.

International Certification Matrix

France (CNC)10

Interdit aux moins de 10 ans — 10+ only.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Secret Files of Inspector Lavardin

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What is The Secret Files of Inspector Lavardin about?

The Dossiers of Inspector Lavardin is a French television series in four 90-minute episodes, created by Dominique Roulet and Claude Chabrol and broadcast between September 15, 1988 and February 1, 1990 on TF1. It follows the two films Chicken in Vinegar and Inspector Lavardin directed by Claude Chabrol and already featuring Jean Poiret in the role of Lavardin. This short series depicts the investigations of Inspector Lavardin, a tongue-in-cheek policeman known for his bad manners.

How many seasons does The Secret Files of Inspector Lavardin have?

The Secret Files of Inspector Lavardin comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in The Secret Files of Inspector Lavardin?

Key cast members in The Secret Files of Inspector Lavardin include Jean Poiret.

Who created or directed The Secret Files of Inspector Lavardin?

The Secret Files of Inspector Lavardin was developed and directed by Dominique Roulet, Claude Chabrol.