In March 2026, cinema releases promise an eclectic program of great visual spectacles, auteur films and captivating comedies. With the arrival of spring, the days are getting longer, but the still cool temperatures invite us to take advantage of theaters to discover new releases on the big screen.
The month of March is often marked by a diversity of genres: spectacular blockbusters, animated films for the whole family, breathtaking thrillers and poignant dramas that continue the cinematic awards season. It's also a great time to find refreshing comedies, perfect for unwinding after a busy day.
Cinemas offer a wide range of opening times, allowing viewers to attend screenings to suit their schedules. Whether it's a family outing, a session with friends or a relaxing solo moment, everyone will find the perfect film to see close to home. Some cinemas also offer previews and special screenings for avant-garde film buffs.
To make sure you don't miss out on any of the films showing in March 2026, all you have to do is check the screening times and reserve your seats in advance. A great opportunity to enjoy the pleasure of the big screen and discover the must-see feature films of the moment.
PLEASE NOTE: This guide is updated as we discover new information.
Lupin the IIIrd: The Immortal Lineage — an adventure film directed by Takeshi Koike
Japanese animated film directed by Takeshi Koike featuring Lupin III. The release has been pushed back to February 25, 2026, for this stylish action-packed crime story. [Read more]
Chers Parents: the family comedy adapted from theater to cinema
Chers Parents, a comedy by Emmanuel Patron starring André Dussollier and Miou-Miou, will be released in theaters on February 25, 2026, and will open the Alpe d'Huez Film Festival. [Read more]
The Bear and the Bird: animation program for ages 3 and up at the cinema
L’Ourse et l’oiseau, a program of animated short films for ages 3 and up, will be released in theaters on February 25, 2026. Four stories about bears and curious animals. [Read more]
Is This Thing On?: drama starring Will Arnett and Laura Dern, directed by Bradley Cooper, now in theaters.
Bradley Cooper's film Is This Thing On?, starring Will Arnett and Laura Dern, will be released in theaters in France on February 25, 2026. A drama about couples and rebuilding. [Read more]
Scream 7: Sidney Prescott returns to face a new Ghostface
Neve Campbell reprises her cult role in Scream 7, directed by Kevin Williamson, in theaters February 25, 2026. Ghostface returns to haunt Sidney Prescott and her daughter. [Read more]
The Ultimate Heir: comedy thriller starring Glen Powell, in theaters in 2026
The Ultimate Heir, a comedy thriller by John Patton Ford starring Glen Powell and Margaret Qualley, will be released in theaters on March 4, 2026. Trailer and info. [Read more]
Jumpers: Pixar animated action comedy in theaters in 2026
The Pixar animated film Jumpers, directed by Daniel Chong, will be released in theaters on March 4, 2026. It is a family action comedy about a technology that allows people to embody a robotic animal. [Read more]
Christy: dramatic biopic starring Sydney Sweeney as boxer Christy Martin
Biopic by David Michôd starring Sydney Sweeney as Christy Martin, icon of women's boxing. In theaters in France on March 4, 2026. [Read more]
The Bride! the Bride of Frankenstein is resurrected in 2026
The Bride! by Maggie Gyllenhaal, starring Jessie Buckley, Christian Bale, Annette Bening, Jake Gyllenhaal and Penélope Cruz, opens in cinemas on March 4, 2026. [Read more]
The Testament of Ann Lee: historical and musical biopic by Mona Fastvold starring Amanda Seyfried
The Testament of Ann Lee, a biopic by Mona Fastvold starring Amanda Seyfried, is released in theaters on March 11, 2026. The true story of the founder of the Shakers. [Read more]
Planets: Momoko Seto's animated film arrives in March 2026
Momoko Seto's animated film Planets will be released in theaters on March 11, 2026. A poetic odyssey of surviving seeds searching for a new world after the destruction of Earth. [Read more]
Scarlet and Eternity, the new film by Mamoru Hosoda
Directed by Mamoru Hosoda, Scarlet and Eternity is a Japanese animated drama film scheduled for release on March 11, 2026, presented at the 2025 Venice Film Festival. [Read more]
Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour (3D): the concert film directed by James Cameron
Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour (3D), a concert film directed in 3D by James Cameron and Billie Eilish, will be released in theaters on March 18, 2026, following her world tour. [Read more]
Last chance project: sci-fi film starring Ryan Gosling, in theaters in 2026
Project Last Chance, a science fiction film starring Ryan Gosling and directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, will be released in theaters in France on March 18, 2026. [Read more]
Céleste's Odyssey: Kid Koala's musical animated film in theaters in March 2026
Celeste's Odyssey, a musical animated film directed by Kid Koala, will be released in theaters on March 25, 2026. An adventure between an astronaut and her robot. [Read more]
The Dog Stars: Ridley Scott explores a post-pandemic world
Directed by Ridley Scott, The Dog Stars tells the story of a pilot and his dog's survival in a world ravaged by a pandemic. In theaters March 25, 2026. [Read more]
