The Children of the Resistance, the historical adventure film directed by Christophe Barratier, is headed for VOD soon. Released in French theaters on February 11, 2026, the feature inspired by Vincent Dugomier and Benoît Ers’s graphic novel will be available to buy digitally on June 25, 2026, with rental following from July 1, 2026.
Les Enfants de la Résistance
Film | 2026
Available for purchase on VOD June 25, 2026
Available to rent on VOD from July 1, 2026
Theatrical release: February 11, 2026
Adventure, drama, historical | Duration: 1h41
Directed by Christophe Barratier | Starring Lucas Hector, Nina Filbrandt, Octave Gerbi, Artus, Gérard Jugnot, Pierre Deladonchamps
Nationality: France
Christophe Barratier teams up with Les Enfants de la Résistance to bring to the screen a family adventure inspired by the best-selling graphic novel by Vincent Dugomier and Benoît Ers, published by Le Lombard. The film blends adventure, drama and history through the eyes of three children facing the German occupation during the Seconde Guerre mondiale.
During the Occupation, François, Eusèbe, and Lisa choose to resist in their village. Armed with courage and ingenuity, they dive into clandestine actions: sabotage, coded messages, and risky escapes. Their boldness becomes a symbol of a youth determined to defend freedom, even in the face of fear.
As their commitment deepens, their friendship grows stronger. The Children of the Resistance highlights the power of solidarity and teamwork in the face of adversity, while providing an accessible look at a pivotal chapter in French history.
Produced and directed by Christophe Barratier, renowned for Les Choristes and The New War of the Buttons, the film was shot in France. The screenplay centers on passing on the values of courage, friendship, and justice. Gérard Jugnot reunites with Barratier here, more than twenty years after their first collaboration on Les Choristes.
This feature-length film is aimed at family and school audiences, drawn to historical stories told through young, courageous protagonists. Its tone blends adventure, emotion, and lessons, in an accessible, approachable presentation. It may be less suitable for viewers seeking a straightforward war movie or a historical re-enactment intended solely for adults.
The universe of Les Enfants de la Résistance is headed to the big screen: a sequel, Les Enfants de la Résistance 2, has just been announced. This new article pulls together the earliest details available about Christophe Barratier’s follow-up film.
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