Jo is a French crime movie directed by Jean Girault and released in 1971. The movie stars Louis de Funès as Antoine Brisebard, a successful crime novelist who becomes the victim of a blackmailer named Jo, played by Michel Galabru.
Jo has discovered that Brisebard's wife, Sylvia, played by Claude Gensac, has a dark past involving a murder case. Jo threatens to reveal this secret to the press unless Brisebard pays him a large sum of money. Brisebard agrees to meet the blackmailer to pay him the money, but things take a turn for the worse when Jo is accidentally killed during their meeting.
Brisebard decides to dispose of the body and cover up the crime to avoid being implicated in Jo's death. However, a series of mishaps and misunderstandings lead to a comical and chaotic situation where Brisebard is forced to use his writing skills to improvise a perfect alibi.
With the help of his loyal secretary, played by Rosy Varte, and his wits, Brisebard manages to stay one step ahead of the police and eventually solves the mystery of Jo's blackmail scheme. In the end, he is able to clear his wife's name and restore his reputation.
Jo is a classic French comedy that combines elements of crime, drama, and humor. It features outstanding performances by Louis de Funès and Michel Galabru and has become a cult favorite among French cinema fans.