The Dinner Game - Characters & Cast

To win the "Dinner of Idiots" competition and prove his superior wit to his friends; later, to save his marriage.

Starts as a smug, cruel predator looking for entertainment. Through physical pain and emotional humiliation, he is stripped of his wife, his mistress, and his dignity. He briefly gains self-awareness and gratitude towards Pignon, only to be crushed again by a final blunder.

To be helpful to his new "friend" Pierre and to share his passion for matchstick models.

Remains largely static in his nature—kind, helpful, and clumsy—but his impact on the world around him is cataclysmic. He moves from being a victim to an accidental avenger, eventually realizing the cruelty of the dinner but forgiving Brochant.

To watch Brochant suffer (initially) and then to help resolve the chaos.

Acts as a foil to Brochant, having previously suffered Brochant's betrayal (Brochant stole his wife). He enjoys Brochant's suffering but ultimately helps him, serving as a bridge between the two main characters.

To help a friend (Pignon) and punish tax evaders.

Enters as a colleague of Pignon to help, but transforms into a terrifying antagonist for Brochant when he reveals his identity as a relentless tax inspector.