---
title: "A Family of Bastards"
year: 2026
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/a-family-of-bastards-2026"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1501018
imdb_id: "tt36963493"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 105
community_rating: 5.3
vote_count: 54
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# A Family of Bastards (2026) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/a-family-of-bastards-2026

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Three siblings inherit a suspicious bar tied to criminal activity following their father's death."

### Why Watch
- engaging premise
- complex family dynamics

### Caveats & Content Note
- contains mature criminal themes
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains themes of drug trafficking and prostitution.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: suspenseful, gritty, dramatic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Mourad Winter
- **Networks / Studios**: Iconozon, Amazon MGM Studios, Iconoclast

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Hakim Jemili** as *Mohamed*
- **Benjamin Tranié** as *Maurice*
- **Laura Felpin** as *Morgane*
- **Kad Merad** as *Djilali*
- **Florence Foresti** as *Sylvie*
- **David Ayala** as *Patrick*
- **Ouassini Embarek** as *Kamel*
- **Alexandre Kominek** as *Francis*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the film about?
It follows three siblings who discover each other after their father dies and must manage a bar linked to criminal activity.

### Q: Who are the main characters?
The story centers on Mohamed and his two newly discovered step-siblings.

### Q: What kind of business do they inherit?
They inherit a bar that is linked to drug trafficking and prostitution.

### Q: What is the central conflict?
The siblings must navigate the challenges of managing a business connected to criminal operations.

### Q: Is this a family-friendly film?
No, the plot involves mature themes including criminality, drug traffic, and prostitution.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Family - Wikipedia](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Family)
- [A Family of Bastards (2026) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt36963493/)
- [AZ Family | KTVK 3TV & KPHO CBS 5 | Phoenix, Arizona](https://www.azfamily.com/)
- [A Family of Bastards (2026) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1501018-une-famille-de-batards)
- [Find your family. Free Genealogy Archives - FamilySearch](https://www.familysearch.org/en/united-states/)
- [A Family Of Bastards - Prime Video](https://www.primevideo.com/detail/0K6E1GIZJ5WOL7UK5CY80801E5/)

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