Cinema drama guide

The Fox's Dance, a gripping sports drama, showcased at Cannes

Valéry Carnoy's The Dance of the Foxes, the first Belgian film to be selected for the Directors' Fortnight 2025, hits theaters on March 18, 2026.

The Lights of New York, a social drama showcased at Cannes

Les Lumières de New York by Lloyd Lee Choi, a social drama showcased at the 2025 Directors' Fortnight, hits theaters on January 7, 2026.

Echoes of the Past, a Cannes-winning drama, now in theaters

Les Échos du passé by Mascha Schilinski, winner of the Jury Prize at Cannes 2025, hits theaters on January 7, 2026. This German drama explores themes of memory and the passage of time.

Romería, a drama by Carla Simón, set to hit theaters in April 2026

Carla Simón’s Romería, an Spanish drama competing in the official Cannes 2025 lineup, hits theaters on April 8, 2026.

The Sound of Memories, a historical drama starring Mescal and O’Connor

Oliver Hermanus's The Sound of Memories, starring Paul Mescal and Josh O’Connor, premiered in competition at Cannes 2025 and hits theaters on February 25, 2026.

Promise to Heaven, a powerful drama by Erige Sehiri starring Aïssa Maïga

Promised Heaven by Erige Sehiri, starring Aïssa Maïga, has been selected for Un Certain Regard at Cannes 2025 and will hit theaters on January 28, 2026.

Pillion, a groundbreaking queer drama starring Alexander Skarsgård, wins an award at Cannes and hits theaters in March 2026

Pillion, a queer drama by Harry Lighton starring Alexander Skarsgård, follows a young man exploring life in a gay motorcycle club. The film is scheduled for release on March 4, 2026.

Caravane, a drama by Zuzana Kirchnerová, hits theaters

Caravane is Zuzana Kirchnerová’s feature debut, making its debut in the Un Certain Regard section at Cannes 2025. Starring Aňa Geislerová, the film hits theaters on April 22, 2026.

An Indian Youth — Homebound: a poignant drama by Neeraj Ghaywan

An Indian Youth – Homebound is the latest film by Neeraj Ghaywan, unveiled at Cannes 2025 in the Un Certain Regard section. Starring Ishaan Khatter, it hits theaters on March 25, 2026. This is Ghaywan’s second film featured in the Un Certain Regard lineup at Cannes 2025.

The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo: Chilean Drama Awarded at Cannes

The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo is Diego Céspedes' debut feature. Winner of the Un Certain Regard prize at Cannes 2025, it will hit theaters on February 18, 2026.

Black Doves on Netflix: Season 2 Anticipated in 2026

After debuting its first season at the end of 2024, Black Doves starring Keira Knightley will return to Netflix in 2026 for a second season, this time delving into espionage and political power.

Salvador: an intense Spanish thriller now streaming on Netflix

Spanish drama series, Salvador follows a father grappling with his daughter's descent into neo-Nazi radicalization, delivering a tense social thriller set to premiere on Netflix on February 6, 2026.

Hamnet: Chloé Zhao’s Historical Drama Starring Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley

Historical drama directed by Chloé Zhao, Hamnet explores the personal story of Agnes and William Shakespeare. Based on Maggie O’Farrell’s novel, the film is set to hit theaters on January 21, 2026.

The Night Manager Season 2: The Return of the Spy Thriller – Official Trailer

The Night Manager season 2 continues the espionage thriller with Tom Hiddleston. New stakes, a fresh mission — exclusive to Prime Video starting January 11, 2026.

La Défense Lincoln: Season 4 arrives on Netflix, featuring Mickey Haller’s most personal case yet

The fourth season of Lincoln Lawyer, the legal drama based on Michael Connelly's novels, sees Mickey Haller caught up in a murder case that hits close to home. It will be released on Netflix on February 5, 2026.

Bac Nord, Cédric Jimenez’s crime thriller, airs on France 2

Bac Nord, Cédric Jimenez's gripping thriller, arrives on Netflix on May 7, 2024, with Gilles Lellouche and François Civil at the heart of an intense police story.

The House of Women: an ensemble drama starring Karin Viard hits theaters

French drama by Mélisa Godet, La Maison des Femmes explores the story of a dedicated team supporting women who have suffered violence. The film is set to hit theaters on March 4, 2026.

The Bojarski Case: a Historical Drama starring Reda Kateb at the Movies

Historical drama by Jean-Paul Salomé, L’Affaire Bojarski chronicles the double life of a pursued forger, starring Reda Kateb, hitting theaters on January 14, 2026.

N121 – Night Bus, a gripping urban thriller filled with tension

N121 – Bus de nuit is a French dramatic thriller directed by Morade Aïssaoui, set during a night that takes a dark turn aboard a Parisian bus. Scheduled for release in theaters on February 4, 2026.

Fight Club: David Fincher's cult classic now streaming on HBO Max

Fight Club, the cult psychological thriller directed by David Fincher and starring Brad Pitt and Edward Norton, will be available on HBO Max starting January 24, 2026. Based on the novel by Chuck Palahniuk.