The film was shot on the picturesque French Riviera, mainly in the bustling town of Saint-Tropez, and continues the beloved comedic adventures of a group of eccentric gendarmes. This installment introduces a new dynamic as the squad is tasked with integrating four beautiful young female recruits, known as the «gendarmettes». The strict and often clumsy commander, along with his loyal but equally incompetent subordinates, faces the challenges of training these new, modern officers while dealing with the usual chaos and misunderstandings that accompany their police work. Their mission is further complicated by a series of kidnappings targeting the new female recruits, forcing the male gendarmes to set aside their quarrels and apply their unique brand of buffoonish investigative methods to save their colleagues and restore order, resulting in a hilarious mix of chases, disguises, and comedic errors against the backdrop of the scenic French landscape. The narrative explores themes of generational differences, gender roles, and the eternal struggle between tradition and modernity within a military structure, wrapped in the signature light-hearted humor characteristic of the film series.

Filming Locations:

New Gendarmerie

In the Film

Scene where This location serves as the main setting where the gendarmes move from the old barracks to the new police station. It represents a significant transitional moment in the film's narrative, symbolizing change and the introduction of new elements to the police force.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at 9-23 Rue François Sibilli, Saint-Tropez

Route along the city boundary on Departmental Road 98A

In the Film

Scene where The police convoy is filmed on this road, marking their arrival in the vicinity of Saint-Tropez. This scene establishes the transition from the countryside to more urbanized areas as the gendarmes approach their destination, setting up their entry into the town.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at Departmental Road 98A, Saint-Tropez

Convoy passing through Place de la Croix-de-Fer

In the Film

Scene where The police convoy passes through this central square in the town of Saint-Tropez. This sequence contributes to the visual narrative of the gendarmes navigating the town streets on their way to the gendarmerie, highlighting the bustling urban environment.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at Place de la Croix-de-Fer, Saint-Tropez

Police convoy route near Ramatuelle

In the Film

Scene where This rural road served as part of the police convoy's route heading to the gendarmerie in Saint-Tropez, establishing the initial journey of the main characters. The early movement of the convoy through this scenic countryside set the stage for the arrival of the gendarmes and their new recruits.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at Chemin du Moulin de Paillas, Ramatuelle

Hyères Railway Station

In the Film

Scene where The gendarmes, including characters played by Louis de Funès and Michel Galabru, arrive at this railway station. This scene is crucial as it marks the arrival of new characters or a new phase in the story, showcasing the architectural details of a classic French railway station.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at 2 Rue de la Gare, Hyères

Return route along Boulevard de Gigaro

In the Film

Scene where Cruchot and Gerber, two main gendarme characters, return from the railway station. This route represents their journey back to Saint-Tropez, highlighting the scenic coastal roads of the region as they reflect on their experiences.

In Reality

The scene was filmed at Boulevard de Gigaro, La Croix-Valmer