: Director Harald Zwart included a subtle nod to his hometown, Fredrikstad, Norway, by placing a flag for the Norwegian football team Fredrikstad FK in a rucksack during one scene.
: While the title refers to the legendary diamond (so named because a flaw in its centre resembles a leaping panther), the name has also become synonymous with the animated character seen in the opening credits, which became a global star in its own right. Critical Legacy subtitle The Pink Panther 2
: Martin viewed his version of Clouseau as someone who is always "one step ahead" even when he appears to be failing, a trait he dubbed "Clouseau sense". Interesting Production Trivia : Director Harald Zwart included a subtle nod
: Despite the heavy French influence and the inclusion of Jean Reno , the film was a massive commercial failure in France, lasting only one week in many major multiplexes. Interesting Production Trivia : Despite the heavy French