Gérard Depardieu Faces Trial for Sexual Assault Allegations in Paris

The French actor denies accusations of groping two women during a 2021 film shoot, in a case marking a pivotal moment for France's #MeToo movement.

The trial, which began on March 24, 2025, focuses on allegations from a set dresser and an assistant director who accuse Depardieu of groping them on the set of 'Les Volets Verts' in 2021.
Depardieu, 76, denies all charges, with his lawyer claiming the accusations are fabricated and promising to present evidence to refute them in court.
Prosecutors allege that Depardieu's actions were witnessed by others on set, including bodyguards who reportedly intervened to pull him away.
This is the first case against Depardieu to reach trial despite over 20 women accusing him of sexual misconduct over the years, with many cases dismissed due to the statute of limitations.
The trial has drawn protests from feminist groups outside the courthouse and is seen as a critical test of France's willingness to address sexual violence and hold influential figures accountable.