Gérard Depardieu Trial Ends with Prosecution Requesting Suspended Sentence

The French actor denies charges of sexual assault and harassment as the court prepares to deliver its verdict on May 13, 2025.

The trial of Gérard Depardieu, accused of sexual assault, harassment, and sexist offenses during the 2021 filming of 'Les Volets Verts,' concluded on March 28, 2025.
Prosecutors have requested an 18-month suspended prison sentence, a €20,000 fine, and mandatory psychological treatment for the actor.
Depardieu denies the allegations, claiming he does not understand what constitutes sexual assault and admitting only to being rude.
The defense, led by Jérémie Assous, faced widespread criticism for its aggressive and sexist tactics, with nearly 200 lawyers condemning the courtroom conduct.
The trial has reignited discussions about systemic sexism and accountability in the French entertainment industry, with additional accusations against Depardieu emerging from actress Vahina Giocante.