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A New Quest for the Hidden Past

Cannes, FranceSunday, May 17, 2026

International sales launch at Cannes Film Market

Paris, Hong Kong and Los Angeles‑based All Rights Entertainment has unveiled the first part of a planned trilogy, “Christopher Hope and the Secret of Napoleon.” The family adventure brings together Frankie Muniz, Christopher Lloyd and Thomas Lemoine in a quest that spans centuries.

Premise

A history student is drawn into a race to uncover a long‑buried secret that Napoleon allegedly hid in Paris. Joined by his best friend and another student, they follow clues linking events from the past to the present—echoing popular adventure titles such as National Treasure and The Da Vinci Code.

Cast

  • Frankie Muniz – best known for Malcolm in the Middle
  • Christopher Lloyd – famed for mainstream franchises and a nostalgic role as Malcolm’s grandfather in the original series
  • Thomas Lemoine – recent work with Pierre Lottin in In Custody and upcoming Netflix series The Countess of Monte Cristo

Crew

  • Director: Peter Lyons Collister, former cinematographer and second‑unit director on Sonic the Hedgehog, The Lost City and Transformers
  • Cinematographer: Jörg Widmer, collaborator with Terrence Malick on The Tree of Life

Production

Produced by AuldLands Films and Future Vision Ltd., with support from Screen Malta. The producers describe the film as a true family adventure crafted for today’s global audience, blending mystery, historical depth and an emotional core.

Vision

They hope the first chapter of the trilogy will spark curiosity, courage and discovery in younger viewers while entertaining audiences worldwide.

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