Son of the Pink Panther

In the picturesque town of Nice, mercenary Hans and his crew execute a meticulously planned kidnapping of Princess Yasmin of Lugash. This daring act takes place right under the noses of local authorities, aimed at forcing her father to abdicate the throne.

The kidnapping is revealed to be part of a larger sinister plot. Hans intends to clear the way for Yasmin's disgraced stepmother's lover, a military general with connections to violent terrorist groups, to seize power.

Police Commissioner Dreyfus is assigned to investigate the sudden disappearance of Princess Yasmin. His relentless pursuit of the truth leads him deeper into the treacherous web of the kidnapping.

Local gendarme Jacques Gambrelli awkwardly finds himself involved with the kidnappers. His clumsiness creates a series of mishaps, including a mistaken identity where he believes he sees Yasmin, mistaking her for her sister.

Upon realizing Gambrelli's presence as a threat, the kidnappers dispatch their henchmen to eliminate him. In a twist of fate, Dreyfus intervenes just in time to save him from potential peril.

Seeking refuge at Dreyfus' home, Gambrelli learns there is a mystery surrounding his birth, revealing he is the illegitimate son of the legendary Inspector Jacques Clouseau. His newfound heritage inspires him to take action.

Tensions escalate as Hans' men attempt to bomb the Gambrelli residence. In a twist of fate, the attack misfires, injuring Dreyfus and forcing Gambrelli to confront his newfound identity.

In a fateful turn at the hospital, Gambrelli disguises himself as a doctor to infiltrate the kidnappers' lair. However, his clumsiness leads to him accidentally imprisoning himself alongside Yasmin.

As Hans plots to dispose of Gambrelli, the gendarme narrowly escapes being rolled off a cliff. This close call fuels Gambrelli’s determination to rescue Princess Yasmin and embrace his father’s legacy.

Gambrelli travels to Paris to seek guidance from Professor Auguste Balls, Clouseau's old costumer. Armed with disguises and plans, he prepares for the next stage of his daring mission to save Yasmin.

In a diner, Gambrelli and his companion Cato learn of Hans' stronghold located in a formidable castle. Armed with this pivotal information, the duo gears up for an assault on the castle to rescue the princess.

With the help of Cato and the Lugash Army, Gambrelli storm the fortress, using clever tactics to outsmart the terrorists. Their combined efforts culminate in a thrilling rescue of Princess Yasmin.

Upon returning to France, Gambrelli is honored as a hero and is promoted to detective within the Parisian police force. His accomplishments are further celebrated at a wedding that reveals more twists regarding his family.

At a grand ceremony in Lugash, King Haroak and Princess Yasmin bestow a medallion upon Gambrelli for his bravery. The event is amusingly disrupted by Gambrelli’s comical antics, showcasing his ever-present clumsiness.

The film concludes with Gambrelli expressing satisfaction over his adventures. As the credits roll, an animated Pink Panther walks across the screen, and Gambrelli's foolishness leads to a hilariously absurd scene.