Albert Dupontel film ‘Second Tour’ to air on France 2

The film ‘Second Tour’, directed by and starring Albert Dupontel, is scheduled for broadcast on France 2 on Sunday, September 13, 2026. The production is a political satire and thriller that follows Nathalie Pove, a political journalist played by Cécile de France, as she investigates Pierre-Henry Mercier, a powerful and wealthy presidential candidate portrayed by Dupontel.

Dupontel has described the film as a ‘permanent big lie,’ noting that out of approximately 2,000 shots, 1,300 are manipulated to highlight the deceptive nature of political imagery. The film draws inspiration from American political history, specifically the 1968 campaign and assassination of Robert Kennedy, as well as the emotional impact of political rhetoric.

The cast also includes Nicolas Marié, who plays the cameraman Gus. The film aims to critique the spectacle of contemporary political campaigns and the inner workings of campaign teams.