Rene Artois is a fictional character from the British television sitcom Allo 'Allo!, which aired from 1982 to 1992. He is portrayed as a French café owner in the fictional town of Nouvion during World War II. Rene is known for his humorous attempts to navigate the challenges posed by both the German occupation and the local resistance fighters. The character is played by actor Gorden Kaye, who brings charm and wit to Rene's role. Throughout the series, Rene often finds himself in comical situations, trying to keep his café running while dealing with various eccentric characters, including the German officers and the resistance members.