Police Commissioner Moulin

Jean-Paul Moulin, a wry and approachable police Commissaire, leads a tight knit squad through a string of everyday crimes with a light touch. Each episode places him at the center of bustling investigations where clever deduction and teamwork do the heavy lifting. Moulin works alongside Commandant Pierre Guyomard, Lieutenant Clara Becker, and Lieutenant Charlotte Marszewski, with the occasional appearance by Jean-François Daubertas known as La Daube, whose presence spices up the cases. The tone stays humorous without losing sight of the stakes, letting characters trade quips as they gather clues and compare notes. Set against the mood of 1970s French policing, the series blends procedural work with character driven banter and warm camaraderie among the team.

Released in 1976, this French crime series was created by Claude Boissol and Paul Andréota. Yves Rénier stars as Commissaire Moulin, supported by Clément Michu, Nathalie Quenard, Régis Ander, and Alice Béat.

This setup gives the show a modest reception, reflected in its 5.8 out of 10 average from seven votes. The emphasis on dialogue and teamwork frames crime solving as a collaborative, readable pastime rather than a dark thriller.

While not a widely cited milestone, the show sits among 1970s French crime series that favored ensemble casts and approachable tone. Moulin's mix of humor and procedure foreshadows later continuous characters who carry through multiple investigations in police drama.