Bandi

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Following the death of their mother, their pillar of strength and their anchor, eleven siblings aged 7 to 23 try to stay united in the face of adversity. But for some of them, drug trafficking seems to be the only way to survive. A decision far from being unanimously accepted, and one that severely tests the strength of their family bonds.

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Bandi – Official Trailer | Netflix

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Jonathan Zaccaï

Rémy Laquittant

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Show Popularity: 5.7297

Show Status: Canceled

Show Type: Miniseries

Spoken Languages: French

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- 25 April 2026 at 1:20 pm

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⭐ Insomniacs Rating: 8/10 THE SUMMARYThe 2026 Netflix crime thriller that traded the gritty streets of Paris for the sun-soaked, blood-stained tropics of Martinique. *Bandi* follows a massive group of eleven siblings who are left orphaned and adrift after the sudden death of their mother, Marilyn. To keep their family together and survive a system that wants to tear them apart, the eldest brothers, Kylian and King, find themselves sucked into the visceral world of Caribbean drug trafficking. Created by Éric Rochant (the mind behind the regal *The Bureau*), it’s an eight-episode archive of grief, survival, and the toxic gravitational pull of organized crime. THE PROSThe casting of local Martinican talent is a 100% authentic win; Djody Grimeau (Kylian) and Rodney Dijon (King) deliver sincere, raw performances that feel miles away from polished "Hollywood" acting. The direction by Jimmy Laporal-Trésor is a total win, capturing the island not as a vacation postcard, but as a visceral, high-stakes maze of loyalty and danger. It is a gripping feat of ensemble storytelling, managing to give each of the eleven siblings a distinct voice and a sincere stake in the family's survival. It’s the "Go To" for anyone who wants a crime drama that feels like *The Wire* set in the French West Indies. THE CONSIt hits an 8/10 because the middle episodes can occasionally feel a bit languid as the show juggles nearly a dozen different character arcs. For some, the sheer number of siblings to keep track of might be a total head-scratcher at first, making the early archive feel a bit overstuffed. It misses the 9/10 mark because the finale, while visceral, leaves several threads hanging in a way that feels like a bit of a damp squib for those who wanted a more "regal" and conclusive resolution to the Lafleur family’s struggle. THE VERDICTAn 8/10. It is a genuine, heart-wrenching triumph that proves Netflix's international archive is still the place to go for "hyper-local" stories with global stakes. It’s a bit of a let-down if you’re looking for a fast-paced action flick, but as a sincere study of how poverty drives good people to do bad things, it is a crown jewel of the April 2026 season. If you liked *Gomorrah* or *Top Boy*, this is your next obsession. INSOMNIAC TRIVIA* Family First: To keep the chemistry sincere, the actors playing the eleven siblings spent weeks living together in Martinique before filming began to build a 100% authentic bond.* Creator Pedigree: The show was co-created by Éric Rochant and his daughter Capucine, making the show's focus on family dynamics a regal bit of "life imitating art" behind the scenes.* Location Authenticity: The production was 100% authentic in its filming, using real neighborhoods in Fort-de-France that have rarely been featured in international television archives.* Title Meaning: The word "Bandi" is a visceral Creole term for "thug" or "outlaw," serving as a witty reflection of how society views the siblings versus how they view themselves.* Musical Roots: The soundtrack is a total win, featuring a 100% authentic mix of local dancehall and zouk, curated to reflect the vibrant but dangerous energy of the island’s nightlife. THE VIBELike a tropical storm brewing over a funeral. It smells of salt spray, diesel fumes, spicy street food, and the distinct, metallic scent of a handgun hidden in a box of groceries.

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Season 1

8 Episodes

Air Date: 2026-04-09

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Bandi – Official Trailer | Netflix

Cast

Jonathan Zaccaï

Rémy Laquittant

William Paul-Joseph

Souane Rosamont

Patrick Trieste

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Insomniacs Reviews
- 25 April 2026 at 2:20 PM

⭐ Insomniacs Rating: 8/10
THE SUMMARY
The 2026 Netflix crime thriller that traded the gritty streets of Paris for the sun-soaked, blood-stained tropics of Martinique. *Bandi* follows a massive group of eleven siblings who are left orphaned and adrift after the sudden death of their mother, Marilyn. To keep their family together and survive a system that wants to tear them apart, the eldest brothers, Kylian and King, find themselves sucked into the visceral world of Caribbean drug trafficking. Created by Éric Rochant (the mind behind the regal *The Bureau*), it’s an eight-episode archive of grief, survival, and the toxic gravitational pull of organized crime.
THE PROS
The casting of local Martinican talent is a 100% authentic win; Djody Grimeau (Kylian) and Rodney Dijon (King) deliver sincere, raw performances that feel miles away from polished “Hollywood” acting. The direction by Jimmy Laporal-Trésor is a total win, capturing the island not as a vacation postcard, but as a visceral, high-stakes maze of loyalty and danger. It is a gripping feat of ensemble storytelling, managing to give each of the eleven siblings a distinct voice and a sincere stake in the family’s survival. It’s the “Go To” for anyone who wants a crime drama that feels like *The Wire* set in the French West Indies.
THE CONS
It hits an 8/10 because the middle episodes can occasionally feel a bit languid as the show juggles nearly a dozen different character arcs. For some, the sheer number of siblings to keep track of might be a total head-scratcher at first, making the early archive feel a bit overstuffed. It misses the 9/10 mark because the finale, while visceral, leaves several threads hanging in a way that feels like a bit of a damp squib for those who wanted a more “regal” and conclusive resolution to the Lafleur family’s struggle.
THE VERDICT
An 8/10. It is a genuine, heart-wrenching triumph that proves Netflix’s international archive is still the place to go for “hyper-local” stories with global stakes. It’s a bit of a let-down if you’re looking for a fast-paced action flick, but as a sincere study of how poverty drives good people to do bad things, it is a crown jewel of the April 2026 season. If you liked *Gomorrah* or *Top Boy*, this is your next obsession.
INSOMNIAC TRIVIA
* Family First: To keep the chemistry sincere, the actors playing the eleven siblings spent weeks living together in Martinique before filming began to build a 100% authentic bond.
* Creator Pedigree: The show was co-created by Éric Rochant and his daughter Capucine, making the show’s focus on family dynamics a regal bit of “life imitating art” behind the scenes.
* Location Authenticity: The production was 100% authentic in its filming, using real neighborhoods in Fort-de-France that have rarely been featured in international television archives.
* Title Meaning: The word “Bandi” is a visceral Creole term for “thug” or “outlaw,” serving as a witty reflection of how society views the siblings versus how they view themselves.
* Musical Roots: The soundtrack is a total win, featuring a 100% authentic mix of local dancehall and zouk, curated to reflect the vibrant but dangerous energy of the island’s nightlife.
THE VIBE
Like a tropical storm brewing over a funeral. It smells of salt spray, diesel fumes, spicy street food, and the distinct, metallic scent of a handgun hidden in a box of groceries.

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