Léon : Au-delà de l’Or

Léon : Au-delà de l’Or is a French documentary that follows swimmer Léon Marchand over the course of one year. The film provides a close look at his life, balancing his time between academic studies, family interactions, and professional competitions. As he deals with increasing fame, the narrative explores the personal identity of the twenty-three-year-old athlete and his search for meaning after achieving significant success at a young age. The story also highlights his upbringing and his lifelong connection to the sport of swimming.

The film was directed by Xavier Marchand and Sacha Vučinić and produced by France Télévisions, QUAD LAB, and CLOX Production. It features Léon Marchand appearing as himself alongside Robert Bowman, Nicolas Castel, and Oscar Marchand. The documentary has a total runtime of 120 minutes and was released on July 10, 2026.