Le Grand Échiquier
Series Overview
Le Grand Échiquier is a French variety television program created and presented by Jacques Chancel. It aired at 8:30 pm on the first channel of the ORTF from January 12, 1972 to July 12, 1972, then on the second color channel of the ORTF from September 1972 to December 1974, and finally on Antenne 2 from January 1975 to December 21, 1989. The program returned to France 2 on December 20, 2018 and is hosted by Anne-Sophie Lapix.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
20 Seasons • 209 Episodes
1972 – Present
Premiered: Wed, Jan 12, 1972
Jacques ChancelLatest Aired Episode
Season 20, Episode 8: “Episode 8”
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Season 1
9 Episodes →
Season 2
11 Episodes →
Season 3
12 Episodes →
Season 4
11 Episodes →
Season 5
12 Episodes →
Season 6
9 Episodes →
Season 7
12 Episodes →
Season 8
10 Episodes →
Season 9
12 Episodes →
Season 10
12 Episodes →
Season 11
10 Episodes →
Season 12
12 Episodes →
Season 13
12 Episodes →
Season 14
12 Episodes →
Season 15
14 Episodes →
Season 16
10 Episodes →
Season 17
9 Episodes →
Season 18
8 Episodes →
Season 19
4 Episodes →
Season 20
8 Episodes →
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jacques Chancel, Jean-Pierre Renard, André Flédérick
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Le Grand Échiquier
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What is Le Grand Échiquier about?
Le Grand Échiquier is a French variety television program created and presented by Jacques Chancel. It aired at 8:30 pm on the first channel of the ORTF from January 12, 1972 to July 12, 1972, then on the second color channel of the ORTF from September 1972 to December 1974, and finally on Antenne 2 from January 1975 to December 21, 1989. The program returned to France 2 on December 20, 2018 and is hosted by Anne-Sophie Lapix.
How many seasons does Le Grand Échiquier have?
Le Grand Échiquier comprises 20 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Le Grand Échiquier?
Key cast members in Le Grand Échiquier include Anne-Sophie Lapix.
Who created or directed Le Grand Échiquier?
Le Grand Échiquier was developed and directed by Jacques Chancel, Jean-Pierre Renard, André Flédérick.