Ducobu and the Ghost of Saint-Potache lands in cinemas on October 7, 2026, mixing haunted-house laughs, school mischief, and Élie Semoun’s final franchise adventure.
Ducobu and the Ghost of Saint-Potache is preparing one last unforgettable ride under Élie Semoun’s direction, sending the iconic troublemaker into a Halloween spectacle unlike anything the franchise has tackled before. Opening in cinemas on October 7, 2026, the family comedy trades ordinary classroom disasters for haunted houses, mischievous ghosts, moonlit mysteries, and supernatural school antics. Semoun also confirmed that this chapter closes his journey as both filmmaker and actor in the Ducobu universe, giving longtime fans one final adventure before the saga enters its next era.
Returning alongside Semoun are Émilie Caen, Frédérique Bel, and Loïc Legendre, while Gérard Jugnot joins the cast in a special guest appearance. The familiar Saint-Potache crew soon discovers that ordinary school problems suddenly become the least of their worries once paranormal chaos enters the picture.
Ducobu and the Ghost of Saint-Potache Gives Saint-Potache A Haunted Makeover
Everything surrounding this adventure embraces Halloween from top to bottom. Pumpkins, skeletons, eerie moonlight, haunted houses, and spooky surprises transform Saint-Potache into the perfect playground for family-friendly comedy. The newly revealed artwork proudly carries the tagline, “He’s every teacher’s worst nightmare!”, capturing Ducobu’s reputation long before the ghostly madness even begins.
Rather than relying entirely on classroom tricks, this installment expands the franchise into supernatural territory. Ghost stories replace ordinary detention, haunted hallways replace everyday school corridors, and every prank suddenly comes wrapped in Halloween fun. The familiar formula receives a seasonal refresh while keeping the playful spirit that has entertained audiences for years.
Anatole Becomes The New Nightmare Haunting Everyone
At the heart of the story stands Anatole, remembered as the greatest dunce Saint-Potache has ever produced. Professor Latouche and Miss Rateau unknowingly relocate into his haunted home, unleashing a chain reaction of outrageous events that quickly spirals beyond anyone’s control.
Soon enough, Ducobu, Léonie, their parents, and Kitrish become tangled in Anatole’s supernatural games. Every encounter promises comic confusion, unexpected scares, and the playful mischief that defines the series. Instead of battling homework alone, the Saint-Potache gang suddenly faces an unforgettable ghost whose reputation rivals Ducobu’s own legendary school record.
New Faces Join Familiar Favorites For Semoun’s Final Chapter
Alongside the returning cast, Ducobu and the Ghost of Saint-Potache welcomes several young performers into the expanding Saint-Potache universe. Charlie steps into the role of Ducobu, Antoinette portrays Léonie, and Yasmine joins the story as Carine. Gustavia Harfouch emerges among the exciting young additions, while Circé and Joé further expand the lively student lineup.
The arrival of fresh talent continues a tradition that helped the franchise resonate across generations. Ever since Ducobu the Student debuted in French cinemas on June 22, 2011, the first five films have attracted more than six million cumulative admissions. Now, as Élie Semoun closes his memorable run, Ducobu and the Ghost of Saint-Potache aims to celebrate that legacy by sending Saint-Potache into one final Halloween adventure packed full of laughter, supernatural surprises, and family entertainment before the curtain falls on Semoun’s era.