Disney+ Series 'Les Enfants Sont Rois' Tackles Child Influencer Culture

The adaptation of Delphine de Vigan's novel explores the dark side of internet fame in a gripping thriller.

• The series, available on Disney+, is based on Delphine de Vigan's 2021 novel and consists of six episodes.
• Central to the plot is the kidnapping of Kimmy, a six-year-old YouTube star, which triggers a police investigation.
• Géraldine Nakache and Doria Tillier lead the cast, portraying complex characters entangled in the digital fame narrative.
• Critics note the show highlights societal issues like child exploitation and the pressures of social media exposure.
• While the series delves into the psychological impacts of internet stardom, it sometimes diverges from the novel's depth.

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