Get ready to question the boundaries between truth and deception, because according to an official press release, Max’s latest French import, The Confidante, is about to take you on a thrilling, emotional rollercoaster. Starring Laure Calamy, this Max Original four-part limited series kicks off on Friday, October 11, with new episodes arriving weekly. Trust me—this isn’t one to miss.
As mentioned by the press release, it is inspired by real events, The Confidante is a psychological thriller that revolves around Christelle “Chris” Blandin, portrayed by the talented Laure Calamy (Dix pour cent, Antoinette dans les Cévennes). Chris is a rock music-loving Parisian whose life takes a dark turn after experiencing the harrowing November 13, 2015, terrorist attacks in Paris. Searching for solace, she clings to a group of survivors. But things aren’t exactly what they seem.
Chris presents herself as a survivor with a personal story—claiming her best friend Vincent was critically injured in the Bataclan Theatre attack. With her passion and dedication, she quickly becomes an indispensable part of a survivors’ association, almost like their guiding light. But as the story unfolds, subtle cracks begin to appear in her narrative. Discrepancies pop up, casting doubt on her version of events and making the true victims wonder who they can really trust. Is Chris everything she seems to be, or is she hiding a web of secrets? It’s a story that doesn’t just entertain—it makes you think about how much we take people’s words at face value.
According to the press release, the series is directed by Just Philippot, known for his work on La Nuée and Acide, and adapted from Alexandre Kauffmann’s (Surdose, Indic, double Page) book La Mythomane du Bataclan, The Confidante brings together a powerhouse cast. Alongside Calamy, you’ll find Arieh Worthalter (Le procès Goldman), Annabelle Lengronne (Un Petit Frère), Alexis Manenti (Les Misérables), Ava Baya (GTMax, Love Addict), and Anne Benoît (Looking For Her, I Am A Soldier)—each adding depth to this complex and compelling narrative.
As mentioned by the press release, the writing team of Fanny Burdino (Amore Me, Making Of), Jean-Baptiste Delafon (No One And Nothing, Visions), Samuel Doux (Niki, Red Soil), and Alexandre Kauffmann (Indic, Surdose) delivers a haunting exploration of survivor psychology, blending mystery with very real human emotions. With a story that keeps you guessing and characters whose motivations aren’t always clear, The Confidante promises to blur the lines between hero, villain, and victim.
Produced by Studiofact Stories and June Films, this series doesn’t just stop at providing suspense—it probes deep into the nature of truth, the need for belonging, and how far people are willing to go to find a place in a world marred by chaos. If you’re a fan of gripping, thought-provoking thrillers, make sure to add The Confidante to your watchlist.
Catch the premiere on Max this October 11 and prepare for a deep dive into a world where trust can be dangerous, and lies might just save—or destroy—you.