Hard (TV series)
| Company type | Television series |
|---|---|
| Industry | Television production |
| Founded | May 9, 2008 |
| Founder | Cathy Verney |
| Headquarters | France |
| Products | Television drama series |
Hard is a French TV series developed and produced by Cathy Verney, which has been airing since 9 May 2008 on Canal+ in France as well as internationally. This drama delves into the adult film sector and forms part of Canal+'s "New Trilogy" lineup.
Synopsis
Following the unexpected passing of her husband, Sophie discovers from her mother-in-law that he was not managing a software business as she believed, but was instead involved in producing adult films, with Soph'X representing his enterprise.
Confronted with this startling truth, Sophie must decide whether to assume control of the company or sell it and return to practicing law. To manage the mortgage left behind, she opts to revamp Soph'X, particularly after encountering Roy Lapoutre, a prominent performer and influential figure within the company.
Recurring
- Natacha Lindinger – Sophie
- François Vincentelli – Jean-Marc Danel / Roy Lapoutre
- Stéphan Wojtowicz – Pierre
- Charlie Dupont – Corrado
- Anne Caillon – Mathilde
- Claire Dumas & Alice Dufour – Joujou
- Cedric Chevalme – Rudy
- Jean-Noël Cnokaert – Philippe Boule
- Axel Wursten – Jules
- Jonathan Cohen – Vikash
- Corinne Masiero – Sonia
- Fanny Sidney – Violette
- Mehdi Nebbou – Rémi Capelle
- Michèle Moretti – Louise
- Claire Nadeau – Anne-Marie Teissere
- Valérie Kéruzoré – Armelle
- Michèle Laroque – Madeleine Fournier
Guest
- Anne Benoît – Madame Martel
- Cécile de France – Herself
- Denis Podalydès – Himself
- Élisabeth Margoni – Nadine
- Elli Medeiros – Eve
- François Civil – Tony
- Françoise Lépine – Françoise
- Guillaume Gallienne – Himself
- Lyes Salem – Henri Sainte-Rose
- Philippe Nahon – Daniel
- Philippe Rebbot – Nathaniel Micheletty
- Thomas Coumans
Episodes
- The inaugural season aired from 9 to 23 May 2008, comprising six episodes each lasting 26 minutes.
- Season two was broadcast between 30 May and 20 June 2011 and included twelve episodes.
- The third season ran from 1 June to 6 July 2015, also featuring twelve episodes.
International distribution
In late 2010, the first season was shown in Hungary under the title Derült égből porn on HBO Magyarország, presented as two television movie segments. Starting July 2013, Sky Arts began airing the series.
Australia's SBS2 commenced weekly broadcasts in 2016, beginning with Season 3 along with a special three-episode premiere. SBS made the entire season available for online streaming to Australian audiences but has not announced plans for Seasons 1 and 2.
Brazilian remake and HBO Max
A Brazilian adaptation of the original French show was produced by HBO Latin America in 2020. This version is accessible for streaming in the United States via HBO Max.