A historical television film directed by Jean‑Dominique de La Rochefoucauld, Richelieu, or The Day of the Dupes recounts the political tensions that came to a head in November 1630, when Marie de’ Medici attempted to remove Cardinal Richelieu from power. Blending court intrigue, the king’s illness, and decisive reversals, the film portrays the struggle for influence that ultimately cemented Louis XIII’s trust in his minister. Led by Didier Sandre, Patrick Raynal, and Dominique Blanchar, the telefilm offers a meticulous reconstruction of the events that shaped the kingdom’s balance of power.

Didier Sandre
as Cardinal de Richelieu

Patrick Raynal
as Louis XIII

Dominique Blanchar
as Marie de Medicis

François Darbon
as Chancelier de Marillac

Gilles Amiot
as Boutillier

Henri Marteau
as Maréchal de Bassompierre

Philippe Clévenot
as Le Duc de Guise

Dominique Blanc
as Madame de Comballet

Sophie de La Rochefoucauld
as Anne d'Autriche

Stéphane Gildas
as Le Duc de Mayenne