However, the wizard is somewhat senile and bungles the spell. Instead of moving back a few hours, Godefroy and his crude, bumbling squire are propelled 900 years into the future—landing directly in the chaotic world of 1993 France. A Clash of Eras
The film’s humor relies on the sharp contrast between Reno's "straight man" stoicism and Clavier's frantic energy. It remains one of the highest-grossing films in French history , eventually spawning sequels and an American remake titled Just Visiting . The Visitors (1993) - IMDb
As Godefroy searches for a way back to the 12th century to save his lineage, Jacquouille begins to realize that the 20th century—with its indoor plumbing, electricity, and social equality—is much better than his life as a mistreated serf. This creates a conflict: Godefroy must return to preserve history, but his servant may not want to go back at all.
(The Visitors) is a legendary 1993 French comedy film that became a massive success across Europe. Starring Jean Reno and Christian Clavier , the story is a "fish-out-of-water" time-travel adventure that blends medieval tradition with modern absurdity. The Quest Through Time
The "visitors" are utterly baffled by modern technology, leading to iconic comedic moments: