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Plus belle la vie 2004

★ 4.4/10 · 38 votes NR DramaComedyCrime 18 seasons · 4667 eps Ended
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What is Plus belle la vie?

Plus belle la vie is a French television soap opera that was on the air from 30 August 2004 until 18 November 2022. The series was shown on France 3 from Monday to Friday.

Type
TV series
Year
2004
Status
Ended
Episodes
4,667
Runtime
24 minutes
First aired
Aug 30, 2004
Last aired
Nov 18, 2022
Original language
FR
Origin
FR
Networks
France 3
Genres
Drama, Comedy, Crime
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Overview

Plus belle la vie is a French television soap opera that was on the air from 30 August 2004 until 18 November 2022. The series was shown on France 3 from Monday to Friday. It was created based on an idea by Hubert Besson and characters created by Georges Desmouceaux, Bénédicte Achard, Magaly Richard-Serrano, and Olivier Szulzynger. The show is set in the imaginary neighborhood of le Mistral in the Mediterranean port city of Marseille. The daily lives of the inhabitants of le Mistral are portrayed, where wealthy families cross paths with less wealthy ones. The series starred Laurent Kérusoré, Michel Cordes, Sylvie Flepp, and Anne Décis, among others. The show was directed by several individuals, including Roger Wielgus and Philippe Dajoux. Plus belle la vie was a long-running soap opera that aired for many years, providing a glimpse into the lives of the people living in le Mistral.

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“Follow the daily lives of diverse residents living in the fictional Marseille neighborhood of le Mistral.”

Reasons to watch
  • diverse character interactions
  • vivid neighborhood setting
Keep in mind
  • large cast can be difficult to track

Watch it if you enjoy character-driven stories centered on the social dynamics of a specific community.

The series focuses on the interpersonal relationships and daily experiences of its inhabitants.

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Episode guide

Season 1 · 260 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide →
Season 2 · 260 episodes
Season 3 · 260 episodes
Season 4 · 260 episodes
Season 5 · 260 episodes

Frequently asked questions

Where is the series set?

The show takes place in le Mistral, an imaginary neighborhood in the Mediterranean port city of Marseille.

What is the premise of the show?

It follows the daily lives of residents as wealthy families and less affluent individuals cross paths.

Is the neighborhood real?

No, le Mistral is an imaginary neighborhood.

What kind of show is this?

It is a television series focused on the lives of inhabitants in a specific community.

Who does the show focus on?

The narrative centers on the inhabitants of the le Mistral neighborhood.