Dramatic comedy

For the best, the romantic biopic by Philippe Croizon

For the Best, a dramatic comedy by Marie-Castille Mention-Schaar, tells the true story of Philippe Croizon and hits theaters on April 22, 2026.

Genre-blending: an ambitious social comedy-drama on Canal+

Michel Leclerc's genre-blending film, featuring Léa Drucker and Benjamin Lavernhe, will air on Canal+ on February 4, 2026. A dramatic comedy exploring the #MeToo movement.

The Venue of the Future, Cédric Klapisch's temporal tapestry on Canal+

Presented out of competition at Cannes 2025, Cédric Klapisch’s La Venue de l’avenir weaves a compelling blend of comedy, drama, and time-travel, spanning from 1895 to 2025. Released in cinemas on May 22, 2025, the film will air on Canal+ on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 9:10 pm.

Gemma Bovery, a literary comedy featuring Luchini, now streaming on HBO Max

Gemma Bovery, Anne Fontaine's film starring Fabrice Luchini and Gemma Arterton, will be available on HBO Max starting February 21, 2026.

Ella McCay, James L. Brooks' soulful dramedy, premieres on Disney+

Directed by James L. Brooks and starring Emma Mackey and Jamie Lee Curtis, Ella McCay's theatrical release has been pulled in France following its disappointing performance in the U.S. The film will instead premiere directly on Disney+ on February 5, 2026.

The French Dispatch, a cinematic ode to journalism by Wes Anderson

Wes Anderson’s star-studded ensemble film, The French Dispatch, featuring Bill Murray and Timothée Chalamet, will be available on Netflix starting February 12, 2026.

Fallen from the Truck: a dramedy starring Patrick Timsit and Valérie Bonneton now streaming on Netflix

Drama-comedy by Philippe Pollet-Villard starring Patrick Timsit and Valérie Bonneton, Tombés du camion premieres on Netflix on February 10, 2026.

Diamonds, Ferzan Özpetek's ensemble drama exploring sisterhood

Diamonds: An Italian drama by Ferzan Özpetek set in a Rome fashion workshop during the 1970s, starring Luisa Ranieri and Jasmine Trinca. The film hits theaters on January 21, 2026.

Laurent in the Wind, a compelling drama-comedy that’s worth checking out at the cinema

Laurent in Le Vent by Anton Balekdjian, featuring Léo Couture and Mattéo Eustachon, premiered at the 2025 Cannes Acid section and was released in theaters on December 31, 2025.

A Final Send-Off, Italian comedy set to hit theaters in April 2026

A Final Farewell de Francesco Sossai, an Italian dramedy showcased in the Un Certain Regard section at Cannes 2025, hits theaters on April 8, 2026.

Urchin, Harris Dickinson's debut film in theaters

Urchin is Harris Dickinson's debut feature film, starring Frank Dillane and Megan Northam. The movie was unveiled at Cannes 2025 and is set to hit theaters on February 11, 2026.

Emily in Paris on Netflix: Season 6 Expected in 2026

Available since December 2025, the fifth season of Emily in Paris has just been released on Netflix, and fans are already eager for a sixth season set to premiere in 2026.

Naked Normandy: Philippe Le Guay's comedy airs on France 3

Normandie Nude, a dramatic comedy directed by Philippe Le Guay starring François Cluzet, will air on France 3 on Monday, January 19, 2026, at 9:10 PM.

Sage-Homme, a dramatic comedy starring Karin Viard, airs on France 2

Aired on France 2 on January 11, 2026, Sage-Homme is a dramatic comedy directed by Jennifer Devoldère, starring Karin Viard and Melvin Boomer.

Father Mother Sister Brother, a compelling and heartfelt comedy-drama by Jim Jarmusch

Golden Lion 2025 at Venice, Father Mother Sister Brother is the latest film by Jim Jarmusch starring Tom Waits and Adam Driver, set for release in theaters on January 7, 2026.

In the Shadow of the Pact: Exploring Mother-Daughter Bonds at Théâtre du Gouvernail

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Code 3: a dramedy about paramedics premieres on Paramount+

Code 3, a film by Christopher Leone starring Rainn Wilson, follows a full 24 hours in the life of Los Angeles paramedics. Streaming on Paramount+ starting January 22, 2026.

The Last Viking, a dark Danish comedy starring Mads Mikkelsen

Drama-comedy and thriller by Anders Thomas Jensen starring Mads Mikkelsen. The Last Viking follows two brothers on an unlikely and daring escape.

At work, Valérie Donzelli's personal drama

À pied d’œuvre is a film directed by Valérie Donzelli, starring Bastien Bouillon, inspired by Franck Courtès’ novel. The movie explores themes of creativity and economic hardship. It hits theaters on February 4, 2026.

The School Life: Grand Corps Malade's film hits Netflix

La Vie scolaire (2019), a heartfelt dramedy directed by Grand Corps Malade and Mehdi Idir starring Zita Hanrot, will be available on Netflix starting January 19, 2026.