When Hollywood Royalty Meets Parisian Charm: 'Call My Agent!' Beckons Global Stars for Its Next Act

Well, buckle up, film buffs and binge-watchers, because it seems the world of 'Call My Agent!'—or 'Dix Pour Cent' if you're a purist, and honestly, who isn't?—is about to get a whole lot starrier. Yes, that utterly delightful, wonderfully chaotic French series about a Parisian talent agency, ASK, is making the leap to the big screen, and word has it, Hollywood royalty is flocking to it. Imagine Eva Longoria, yes, that Eva Longoria, stepping into the fray. And, get this, even George Clooney might be making a surprise appearance. Truly, it’s a casting coup, a delightful rumour that’s now solidifying into exciting news.

It’s almost hard to believe, isn't it? Longoria, the beloved 'Desperate Housewives' star, isn't just gracing the silver screen with a cameo in the highly anticipated 'Call My Agent!' movie; she’s apparently also eyeing a director's chair for an episode of the upcoming seventh season. Talk about multi-talented! And Clooney? Well, he's just George Clooney, isn't he? His presence, even briefly, adds that unmistakable touch of international gravitas, a nod to the global reach this charming French export has achieved. Because, for all its specific Parisian quirks, 'Call My Agent!' has always resonated universally, hasn't it?

The film itself, currently deep in production across the picturesque landscapes of Italy, promises to plunge us right back into the delightful disarray of ASK. We’re told the plot centers around a major client's very public crisis at the venerable Venice Film Festival—a perfect stage for all the dramatic shenanigans we've come to adore. And don't fret, the heart and soul of the series will be there: Camille Cottin, Fanny Sidney, Thibault de Montalembert, Nicolas Maury, and Liliane Rovère are all slated to reprise their roles. A comforting thought, for sure, knowing our favorite agents will be back, scrambling and scheming, often with champagne in hand, you could say.

Netflix, for its part, has been instrumental in catapulting 'Dix Pour Cent' onto the world stage, snapping up the international rights for the original run and then, crucially, greenlighting both this feature film and a brand-new season. It’s a testament, perhaps, to the sheer, unadulterated joy this series brings. Filming is apparently split between the romantic streets of Paris and the sun-drenched Italian countryside—a setting almost as alluring as the promise of seeing Longoria and Clooney rubbing shoulders, however briefly, with our favorite French agents. Details on their specific roles? Tight-lipped, naturally. But honestly, that only adds to the delicious anticipation, doesn't it? We'll be watching, popcorn ready, eagerly awaiting the next chapter in this truly international saga.