Cinema

Gare aux Docs 2026: the open-air cinema festival with a social mission, along La Recyclerie’s rails

An outdoor film festival on the tracks of the Petite Ceinture in Paris—tempting, right? Then head to La REcyclerie, from July 3 to August 1, 2026, to enjoy documentaries on powerful subjects.

Bullet Train, featuring Brad Pitt, lands on HBO Max in July 2026.

Bullet Train, David Leitch's action film starring Brad Pitt, Joey King and Aaron Taylor-Johnson, lands on HBO Max on July 10, 2026.

A free outdoor cinema in the parks and gardens of Paris's 13th arrondissement

The 13th arrondissement goes full outdoor cinema, offering a lineup of crowd-pleasing films to rediscover in the district’s flagship parks and gardens, such as Parc de Choisy.

An all-Shrek marathon on the big screen and animated screenings at this Paris cinema.

To celebrate its 25th birthday, Shrek invites moviegoers to an XXL marathon of the first three legendary installments. A festive afternoon inviting kids and grown-ups alike to celebrate this fairy tale like no other at the Club de l'Étoile!

Heatwave: Free cinema screenings in this arrondissement — who is affected?

Some patrons are invited to attend screenings for free during heat waves, in Paris’s independent cinemas in the 10th arrondissement, to make the heat a bit more bearable.

A free outdoor cinema on the rooftop of La Machine du Moulin Rouge this summer, 2026.

Wanna catch an outdoor cinema in Pigalle this summer? Head to Bar à Bulles, on the roof of the Machine du Moulin Rouge, for an offbeat screening, every Wednesday evening all summer long, from July 15 to September 2, 2026.

Ciné-Jardins 2026, the free outdoor film festival held in the gardens of Paris

The Ciné-Jardins outdoor film festival is back in the gardens of Paris and its inner-ring suburbs, from August 20 to September 5, 2026. And it’s still free!

The Butt Film Festival 2026 in Paris: The lineup

The 11th edition of the Butt Film Festival runs from June 17 to 21, 2026, at Reflet Médicis, the Majestic Bastille, the Point Éphémère, and the Méliès in Montreuil. On the program: screenings, carte blanche slots, readings, and performances featuring Paris’s most beautiful posteriors.

Stars of Paris: outdoor cinema makes a comeback in front of the Eiffel Tower

The Vedettes de Paris open-air cinema is back from August 26 to 30, 2026 at Port de Suffren, opposite the Eiffel Tower, with public voting, online ticketing, and screenings on the quay.

Anthony Head, best known for his role as Rupert Giles in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, has died.

Anthony Head, the British actor best known for Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Ted Lasso, has died at 72 following pneumonia. He left an enduring mark on television with his portrayal of Rupert Giles.

The Furious, the non-stop action film, arrives in theaters in June (+ our verdict)

The Furious, even before its release, is already riding a solid buzz. Indeed, the film has already generated chatter, with numerous positive reviews following screenings at film festivals. Not to mention social media, which has only heightened the anticipation around it. Watch the trailer and our take, ahead of its theatrical release on June 10.

The Amateur Film Factory: make your short film for free in Saint-Ouen

An ephemeral, completely free film studio has set up in a former historic ice rink in Saint-Ouen for a month, from June 6 to July 6, 2026, inviting the public to step behind the camera. With no prior experience required, first-time directors are invited to conceive their own collaborative work in record time.

Dolcevita on the Seine: the lineup for the open-air Italian film festival at the Arenes de Lutèce

La Dolcevita sur Seine is back from July 2 to 6, 2026, whisking us away to Italy. Over five days, enjoy free film screenings and activities at the Arènes de Lutèce! Discover the program for this edition.

Disclosure Day: Premiere event at the Grand Rex with Steven Spielberg in attendance

One of cinema's legends lands in Paris! For the premiere of his new sci-fi film, Disclosure Day, Steven Spielberg himself will be at the Grand Rex on Tuesday, June 2, 2026.

Wicked: Part II on Canal+ with Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo

Wicked: Part II, the fantasy musical film by Jon M. Chu starring Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo and Jonathan Bailey, will air on Canal+ on Friday, May 22, 2026 at 9:10 p.m.

Giaccomo on the Big Screen: a comedy about influence and buzz

The Giaccomo hits cinemas on June 17, 2026. Baptiste Drapeau signs on a mockumentary-style comedy about an influencer willing to do anything to reach one million followers.

L'Alcazar in Asnières wins the international Blue Ribbon label.

The municipal cinema L’Alcazar in Asnières-sur-Seine has earned the international Blue Ribbon label from Boxoffice Pro. An accolade that recognizes its LG LED screen, its art-house programming, and its overall cinema experience.

Did you know? There used to be another geode, just like the one at La Villette, in La Défense.

Have you ever noticed the spherical silhouette on the La Défense esplanade? From 1992 to 2000, this Dome housed the world’s largest IMAX theater, delivering total immersion for film buffs. A chapter that would not last more than eight years...

Nadia Farès, star of The Crimson Rivers, has died at 57.

Nadia Farès, a Franco-Moroccan actress known for Les Rivières pourpres and Marseille, has died at 57 on April 17, 2026 in Paris, after being hospitalized following an accident at a pool in the 9th arrondissement. Born in Marrakech in 1968, she emerged in the 1990s and went on to shine in both cinema and television. The actress leaves behind a career marked by Les Démons de Jésus, Nid de Guêpes, her return in Marseille, and several projects that were still in the works in 2026.

Death of Nathalie Baye at 77: one of French cinema's great actresses has died.

A major figure in French cinema, Nathalie Baye died this Saturday, April 18, at the age of 77. Discovered by François Truffaut's Day for Night, the four-time César Award winner leaves behind a remarkable body of work, blending strong roles with collaborations with acclaimed directors and a career that has earned recognition far beyond France.