The Troops In New York(1965) May 2026

If you enjoy classic French slapstick, you likely know the name . In 1965, just a year after the massive success of The Troops of St. Tropez , our favorite high-strung sergeant traded the French Riviera for the skyscrapers of Manhattan in the hilariously frantic sequel, " The Troops in New York " (French: Le Gendarme à New York ).

Directed by Jean Girault, this installment took the Saint-Tropez brigade across the Atlantic, proving that no ocean is wide enough to contain the comedic energy of Louis de Funès .

Seeing Cruchot attempt to play baseball as both pitcher and catcher is a masterclass in Louis de Funès' physical comedy . Why It Still Works The Troops in New York(1965)

While Cruchot attempts to impress his superiors and navigate American culture, he is constantly sidetracked by Nicole’s sightings and her budding romance with an Italian policeman.

The Saint-Tropez police squad is honored with an invitation to represent France at an . Cruchot is strictly forbidden from bringing his daughter, Nicole (Geneviève Grad), but the rebellious teen has other plans. She sneaks aboard the SS France as a stowaway, turning her father’s professional triumph into a paranoid nightmare. If you enjoy classic French slapstick, you likely

Let us know your favorite Cruchot moment in the comments! The Gendarme in New York (1965)

In one of the most famous sequences, Cruchot finds himself in the middle of a choreographed gang face-off in a playground, paying a chaotic tribute to the iconic musical. Directed by Jean Girault, this installment took the

The film is packed with the "simple, rip-roaring humor" that made the series a cultural phenomenon: