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Jonathan Cohen Set to Direct New Astérix Film, Filming in Île‑de‑France
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🗓 14 Oct 2026, 03:33 AM
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French comic‑based film series Astérix will see Jonathan Cohen at the helm for its next installment, with principal photography scheduled to take place in the Île‑de‑France region.
French comic‑based film franchise Astérix is set to return to the big screen with Jonathan Cohen taking over as director for the upcoming installment. Cohen, known for his work on several European productions, will bring a fresh perspective to the beloved series.
Principal photography is slated to begin in the Île‑de‑France region, which offers a mix of historic sites and modern landscapes suitable for the film’s varied settings. Production teams have already begun scouting locations around Paris and its surrounding areas.
Astérix, created by René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo, has been a staple of French pop culture since the 1960s, with several animated and live‑action adaptations. The new film aims to capture the humor and adventure that fans have cherished for decades.
While a release date has not yet been announced, industry insiders expect the film to hit theaters later this year, following a successful marketing campaign that will highlight Cohen’s directorial vision and the iconic characters of the series.
Principal photography is slated to begin in the Île‑de‑France region, which offers a mix of historic sites and modern landscapes suitable for the film’s varied settings. Production teams have already begun scouting locations around Paris and its surrounding areas.
Astérix, created by René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo, has been a staple of French pop culture since the 1960s, with several animated and live‑action adaptations. The new film aims to capture the humor and adventure that fans have cherished for decades.
While a release date has not yet been announced, industry insiders expect the film to hit theaters later this year, following a successful marketing campaign that will highlight Cohen’s directorial vision and the iconic characters of the series.