The Girl in the Clouds, an animated film directed by Philippe Riche, is released in French cinemas on July 22, 2026. Inspired by the novel The Little Girl Who Swallowed a Cloud as Big as the Eiffel Tower by Romain Puértolas, this family-friendly adventure feature unveils its official trailer.
The Girl in the Clouds
Animated film | 2026
In theaters: July 22, 2026
Animation, adventure, family
From Philippe Riche | Screenplay by Philippe Riche and Luc Bossi
Based on the novel The Little Girl Who Swallowed a Cloud as Big as the Eiffel Tower by Romain Puértolas
Voices by Louane, Jamel Debbouze, Grégoire Ludig
Nationalities: France, Belgium
Distributor: Pan Distribution
Rated 6+
The film follows Providence, an 11-year-old girl whose life is turned upside down when she discovers a magical quill that makes real whatever she writes. Accompanied by her guinea pig Airbag, she is swept into a journey in which imagination becomes the engine of adventure.
With this 3D animated adaptation, The Girl in the Clouds brings the world of Romain Puértolas’s novel to the screen. The story rests on a concept instantly intelligible to children: a power tied to writing that turns words into real-life events.
The official trailer has now replaced the previously released teaser. It locks in the film’s family-friendly direction, weaving together adventure, fantasy, and the journey for Providence to master a power she must learn to control.
Produced notably by Brio Films and Panama Productions, the feature film is distributed by Pan Distribution. The French voice cast features Louane, Jamel Debbouze and Grégoire Ludig.
Presented as suitable for ages 6 and up, The Girl in the Clouds is aimed mainly at children and families seeking a French animated film in theaters this summer. The movie may be less suited for viewers looking for animation primarily aimed at adults.
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