New York(1965) | The Troops In

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.

From Cruchot’s bewildering attempt to navigate Manhattan's numbered streets to a ritualistic "ceremony" of cooking a French steak in a New York hotel room, the movie leans hard into the fish-out-of-water trope. The Troops in New York(1965)

Whether you’re a lifelong fan of the Gendarme series or just looking for a vintage comedy that doesn't take itself too seriously, The Troops in New York remains a delightful snapshot of 1960s cinema. While Cruchot attempts to impress his superiors and

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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.

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 .