A Family of Bastards 2026

Overview

A Family of Bastards (2026) is a French film directed by Mourad Winter. The story follows Mohamed, a young man who, after the death of his womanizing father, discovers he has a half-brother and a half-sister previously unknown to him. The three siblings inherit a bar in Paris named Chez Momo, which is burdened by debt and entangled with local gangsters. As they attempt to manage the establishment, they uncover that it has been used as a front for illegal activities including gambling and prostitution. Caught between rivalries and financial pressures, the newfound family must navigate the criminal underworld while trying to keep the business afloat. The film stars Hakim Jemili, Laura Felpin, Benjamin Tranié, and Florence Foresti. It explores themes of family bonds, survival, and moral ambiguity within a gritty urban setting.