André Franquin
- Known For
- Writing
- Born
- January 3, 1924 in Etterbeek, Belgium
- Died
- January 5, 1997
- Active Years
- 1975–2026 (52 Years)
- Total Credits
- 30 credits in database
Biography
André Franquin was an influential Belgian comics artist and writer born on January 3, 1924, in Etterbeek, Belgium. Throughout his career, he was credited with 21 works. He is best known for creating the characters Gaston and Marsupilami. From 1947 to 1969, he produced the comic strip Spirou et Fantasio, a tenure widely regarded as the series' golden age. His writing credits include the 1981 production Fais gaffe à la gaffe!, the 2018 project Gaston Lagaffe, and the 2021 release Marsupilami: Hoobaventure. André Franquin was married to Liliane Servais. He died on January 5, 1997, in Nice, France, at the age of 73. His father was a bank employee with a strong interest in ornithology.
Career overview
André Franquin was an influential Belgian comics artist and writer born on January 3, 1924, in Etterbeek, Belgium. Throughout his career, he gained recognition for his contributions to the medium, most notably as the creator of the characters Gaston and Marsupilami. From 1947 to 1969, he produced the Spirou et Fantasio comic strip, a tenure that is widely regarded by many as the golden age of the series.
In addition to his work in comics, Franquin is credited as a writer for several screen productions. His writing credits include the 1981 project Fais gaffe à la gaffe!, as well as the 2018 film Gaston Lagaffe and the 2021 production Marsupilami: Hoobaventure. Over the course of his professional life, he accumulated 21 known credits. Franquin, who was married to Liliane Servais, passed away on January 5, 1997, in Nice, France.
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Full Filmography
30 titles- Marsupilami (2026) Characters
- Marsupilami (2026) Comic Book
- The Marsupilamis (2025) Creator
- Gaston Lagaffe (2018) Characters
- Gaston Lagaffe (2018) Comic Book
- Gaston Lagaffe (2018) Creator
- Spirou & Fantasio's Big Adventures (2018) Characters
- Spirou, l'aventure humoristique (2013) as Self (archive footage)
- HOUBA! On the Trail of the Marsupilami (2012) Comic Book
- Gaston (2009) Creator
- Gaston (2009) Characters
- Gaston (2009) Comic Book
- Les Nouvelles Aventures de Spirou & Fantasio (2006) Characters
- Franquin, Gaston et compagnie (2005) as Self
- Marsupilami - Le trésor du Marsupilami (2002) Novel
- Marsupilami - Les marsupiades (2002) Novel
- Le Marsupilami à Hollywood (2001) Novel
- Le marsupilami à New-York (2001) Novel
- Marsupilami - Le rallye du Marsupilami (2001) Novel
- Le marsupilami dans la Pampa (2001) Novel
- Marsupilami (2000) Characters
- Marsupilami (2000) Comic Book
- Marsupilami (2000) Creator
- Spirou (1993) Characters
- Les Tifous (1990) Creator
- Merci Gaston ! (1989) Creator
- Fais gaffe à la gaffe ! (1981) Creator
- Fais gaffe à la gaffe ! (1981) Characters
- Fais gaffe à la gaffe ! (1981) Comic Book
- Apostrophes (1975) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is André Franquin best known for?
André Franquin is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Marsupilami (2026), Marsupilami (2026), The Marsupilamis (2025), HOUBA! On the Trail of the Marsupilami (2012).
When and where was André Franquin born?
André Franquin was born on January 3, 1924 in Etterbeek, Belgium. They passed away on January 5, 1997.
How many credits does André Franquin have?
André Franquin has accumulated over 30 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1975 to 2026.
What is André Franquin's background in cinema and television?
André Franquin was an influential Belgian comics artist and writer born on January 3, 1924, in Etterbeek, Belgium. Throughout his career, he was credited with 21 works. He is best known for creating the characters Gaston and Marsupilami. From 1947 to 1969, he produced the comic strip Spirou et Fantasio, a tenure widely...
André Franquin by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Apostrophes (1975) as Self — aged about 51
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