The movie Asterix at the Olympic Games is a French live-action adaptation of the popular comic book series Asterix, created by René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo. The film was directed by Frédéric Forestier and Thomas Langmann, and was released in 2008. It features a star-studded cast, including Gérard Depardieu as Obélix, Clovis Cornillac as Astérix, Benoît Poelvoorde as Brutus, and Alain Delon as Julius Caesar.
The story follows Asterix and Obélix as they compete in the Olympic Games in order to help their friend Alafolix, who wants to marry Princess Irina. However, Brutus, Julius Caesar's son, has other plans. He wants to win the games at any cost, and overthrow his father in the process. To do so, he enlists the help of his scheming advisor, Detritus, who uses a variety of underhanded tactics to ensure that Brutus' team comes out on top.
Meanwhile, Astérix and Obélix must navigate the challenges of the games, which include a variety of athletic contests such as running, swimming, and chariot racing. Along the way, they meet a variety of colorful characters, including a Greek athlete named Lovesix (played by former tennis player Amélie Mauresmo), and a beautiful fortune-teller named Samia (played by Élodie Navarre). They also encounter a number of hilarious mishaps, such as getting lost in a labyrinth, and accidentally causing chaos in the boxing ring.
In the end, Astérix and Obélix manage to overcome Brutus' cheating and win the games. Alafolix is granted permission to marry Princess Irina, and Brutus is left humiliated after his defeat. Julius Caesar, meanwhile, is pleased with the outcome of the games, and declares that peace and harmony have been restored to the Roman Empire. The movie ends with a festive celebration in which all the characters come together to celebrate Astérix and Obélix's victory.
