Adapted from the groundbreaking Norwegian web drama Skam, the French remake (Skam France) quickly established itself as one of the strongest local versions. Its third season, focusing on Lucas and Eliott, became a landmark in French gay series, blending raw teenage vulnerability with distinctly French cultural flavor.
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Skam France Season 3 Summary | |
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| Title: | Skam France Season 3 |
| Series Info: | Fr (2019) |
| Length: | 20 minutes |
| Total Episodes: | 10 Episodes |
| Genre: | Romance, Boy's love |
Plot
At first glance, Lucas is like any other French high school student—weekend parties, casual hookups, the constant search for identity. Yet beneath his carefree exterior lies a boy burdened by family struggles, a religious mother, and his own denial about his sexuality.
Everything changes when Eliott, a charming and eccentric transfer student, enters his life. From stolen glances in the classroom to late-night conversations over music and cigarettes, Lucas finds himself drawn to Eliott in ways he can’t ignore. Still, fear of labels and rejection pushes him into denial: he dates a girl, plays the role of “straight,” and tries to bury his growing desire.
But Eliott isn’t just a romantic distraction—he becomes the catalyst for Lucas to confront who he truly is. Their love story, punctuated by piano serenades, secret parties, and intense emotional confrontations, mirrors the pain and joy of queer adolescence. Season 3 ultimately portrays a boy’s journey from fear and shame to self-acceptance, while spotlighting the importance of mental health, friendship, and love as redemption.
Skam France Season 3 Cast
Charactor
A high school student struggling with denial, family tension, and internalized fear. His bravery in confronting love and sexuality makes him the emotional anchor of Season 3.
Axel Auriant
Axel Auriant is a French actor and drummer who became widely recognized for his role in Skam France. His nuanced portrayal of Lucas gave visibility to LGBTQ+ youth in a relatable and empathetic way.
The enigmatic transfer student who becomes Lucas’s love interest. Artistic, quirky, and quietly resilient, Eliott symbolizes both temptation and salvation.
Maxence Danet-Fauvel
Maxence Danet-Fauvel is a French model and actor. His interpretation of Eliott—gentle yet complex—earned him international acclaim among BL and LGBTQ+ audiences.
Supporting Cast
Charles Munier
Michel Biel
Alexandre Delano
Théo Christine
Director
David Hourrègue
Season 3 of Skam France was directed by David Hourrègue, whose naturalistic style and sensitivity to youth culture shaped the series into something both authentic and cinematic. By blending the raw honesty of the Norwegian original with French cultural nuances, Hourrègue crafted Lucas and Eliott’s story as more than a teenage romance—it became a tender exploration of identity, mental health, and the courage to love openly.
Skam France Season 3 Review
Review
As someone who watched the Norwegian original, I didn’t expect Skam France to resonate so strongly—but Season 3 completely won me over. It’s not a copy-paste remake; it’s a reimagining that injects French sensibility and style.
Lucas isn’t a carbon copy of Isak (the Norwegian lead). He’s more proactive, sometimes even reckless in his pursuit of Eliott. His impulsive decision to chase Eliott through hallways or pour his heart into a piano performance shows a teenage courage that’s both inspiring and heartbreaking. Eliott, meanwhile, feels lighter and more playful than Even—less enigmatic, more youthful, yet equally magnetic. Together, they form “Elu,” a couple whose energy feels both fresh and deeply authentic.
The show also deserves credit for how it tackles LGBTQ+ stigma and stereotypes. Lucas’s online obsession with “straightness tests” and his fear of being labeled reflect real struggles queer teens face, not just in France but everywhere. By showing that masculinity, interests, or appearance don’t define sexuality, the writers dismantle harmful clichés with sensitivity.
Visually, Skam France delivers what I can only call “French cinematic flair”—the urban backdrops, warm lighting, and intimacy of Parisian youth culture bring a new layer of romance. Yes, the plot sometimes rushes, but the emotional core remains intact. Few remakes have managed to capture the heart of Skam while making it their own; this one absolutely did.
Best Scenes of Skam France Season 3
The Piano Confession: Lucas pours his feelings into music, revealing his heart without words.
First Eye Contact in Class: A moment so subtle yet electric it redefined the entire season’s trajectory.
The Party Confrontation: Lucas kisses Chloe out of jealousy, only for Eliott to retaliate—painful, messy, but deeply real.
The Tunnel Metaphor: Eliott’s film project about a boy afraid of the dark mirrors their journey of fear and courage.
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