A two-part docuseries uncovering the truth behind one of France’s most legendary mysteries — who was the man behind the mask?

Masked until his dying breath, imprisoned for 34 years without ever being tried, the mysterious Man in the Iron Mask continues to haunt the history of France.

Was he a hidden brother of Louis XIV? A spy? A mere servant who had accidentally witnessed a state secret? Or a man whose face alone could never be seen?

Told in the first person by the Sun King himself, this documentary series reopens the investigation through gripping narration, expert analysis, and stunning AI-generated visual recreations.

From the dungeons of Pignerol to the cells of the Bastille, the four episodes explore the various theories, dismantle false leads, and uncover the political intrigue behind a scandal meticulously buried.

Because behind that mask lies an obsession with secrecy… and the very legend of Louis XIV.

AI in the Service of Historical Storytelling:

In this programme, artificial intelligence is used as a tool in the service of History, guided by strict documentary standards. All visual reconstructions—sets, costumes, characters—were generated using AI based on in-depth research conducted by a team specializing in historical documentaries, with experience collaborating with major television networks.

This team implemented a rigorous methodology to supervise the creation of AI-generated images in accordance with documentary standards: the representations are based on reliable, historically validated sources, with a continuous commitment to authenticity.

Each image aims to closely reproduce the details of the period, offering an immersive, innovative, and visually striking reconstruction that supports a narrative as captivating as it is demanding.

Presales : Ceska TV