Midi Première (1975): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1975, Midi Première is a reality series.

What it’s about. Midi Première is a French variety show presented by Danièle Gilbert, directed by Jacques Pierre and broadcast from January 6, 1975 until January 1, 1982 on TF1. The program was generally broadcast between 12:15 p.m. and 12:55 p.m., then giving way to the 1:00 p.m. TV news. However, the broadcast schedule could change, depending on the guests, and the setting where the recording of the program was shot. Certain performances by artists who have become cult like the one where Ringo jostles with a demonstrator in interpretation (1977), that of Dalida with the title There is always a song with the soundtrack that does not start, twice, at the right speed (1978), Claude François and his Clodettes, who, in the provinces, are unable to join "the set" in order to interpret his song, the latter being taken by the crowd of delirious fans (summer 1977) . The group Supertramp performed there with the title "Dreamer" on March 8, 1975.

Who’s in it. Midi Première stars Danièle Gilbert as Self - Host, Dalida as Self, Jean-Marc Thibault as Self and Jeanne-Marie Sens as Self, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Midi Première sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Midi Première page.

If you liked it. Fans of Midi Première tend to enjoy The Kardashians, The Simpsons, Drawn Together and Clarkson's Farm.