19 Years Later, This Franck Dubosc Line from French Comedy is Still Iconic!

In April 2006, France was introduced to a delightful comedy that would achieve massive success, “Camping.” Directed by Fabien Onteniente, the movie drew an audience of 5.4 million to theaters and eventually expanded into a trilogy. Altogether, the series about these beloved campers captivated 12.5 million fans.

Much of the saga’s popularity is owed to Franck Dubosc, who not only co-wrote the screenplay but also starred as the vibrant character Patrick Chirac! Dressed in his pink tank top and blue swim briefs, and a fervent lover of Benco chocolate, he became an icon of French comedy.

Awkward yet Endearing

Patrick Chirac, awkward, talkative, and clumsy, remains a memorable and endearing figure from the Blue Waves Campground due to his good-heartedness, kindness, and innocence. Between 2006 and 2016, he brought laughter to millions of French people who enjoy quoting his legendary lines like “Drive out the naturist, he returns to the bungalow” or “You see, freedom is being able to eat grated carrots straight from the package.”

However, there is one line that has become Patrick Chirac’s signature and has permeated millions of lives, making its way into common speech! Franck Dubosc delivers it every time he arrives at the campground in his iconic Renault 21.

“So, aren’t we waiting for Patrick?”, he proudly shouts, leaning on the hood. This line has been joyfully declared by everyone when arriving at a party that has already started or when friends have begun the happy hour without us!

So, aren’t we waiting for Patrick?

Dr. Dubosc and Mr. Chirac

Even if you’ve never seen “Camping,” the reference is instantly recognizable! Within a group, it serves as an icebreaker and is often associated with enjoyable moments with family or friends.

Inextricably linked to this beloved character, Franck Dubosc is frequently approached with this line by his admirers. “It makes me very happy. They tell me they’ve seen all three ‘Camping’ movies, they love them, and it pleases me to hear that. I wonder if we shouldn’t make a fourth one, to make people happy,” he shared in an interview with Pure People in August 2024.

Meanwhile, Franck Dubosc will return to cinemas on November 19, 2025, in the new comedy by Fabrice Eboué, “Gerald the Conqueror.” The story thus follows a certain Gerald. His mission: to restore the glory of his beloved region, Normandy.

His method: to build the country’s largest amusement park, celebrating William the Conqueror. And to achieve this, he is ready to go the distance, very far indeed… Remember this name, as it is going to make history!