"Le Gendarme de Saint-Tropez" is a French comedy film released in 1964, directed by Jean Girault. The movie stars Louis de Funès as Gendarme Cruchot, a bumbling police officer tasked with maintaining order in the picturesque coastal town of Saint-Tropez. The film humorously portrays his struggles against local mischief and the antics of tourists. The story unfolds as Cruchot tries to enforce the law while dealing with a group of free-spirited beachgoers, including a charming young woman named Nicole. The film became a classic in French cinema, leading to several sequels and establishing Louis de Funès as a beloved comedic actor.