Going to the movies as a family is always a pain. The little ones want to see a cartoon, the grown-ups a superhero movie, and the parents a good comedy. It's hard to get everyone to agree! Here's our guide to films that appeal to all ages.
Whether they're comedies, action films, dramas or blockbusters, some films are designed to appeal to all audiences. More often than not, they're feel-good or visually impressive. The best way to enjoy a memorable moment with your loved ones. In fact, family films are often very popular with audiences, as they do everything to promote good values.
In these films, emotion, laughter and thrills are the order of the day, and whether they're moralistic or not, there's always something good to come out of them. Discover our selection below.
- This list is regularly updated -
Olivia: animated film about children's resilience, in theaters in January 2026
Olivia, an animated film by Irene Iborra adapted from Maite Carranza, will be released in theaters on January 21, 2026. A sensitive story about solidarity and resilience. [Read more]
The Legends – The Movie: the animated adaptation hits theaters
Adapted from the beloved comic series by Patrick Sobral, Les Légendaires – Le Film brings the fantasy world of Danaël and his allies to the big screen beginning January 28, 2026. [Read more]
Le Marsupilami: the explosive trailer for Philippe Lacheau's film finally unveiled
Philippe Lacheau unveils the trailer for Le Marsupilami, an adventure comedy starring Jamel Debbouze and Jean Reno, in theaters February 4, 2026. [Read more]
Biscuit the Fantastic Dog: family animated film in theaters
Biscuit the Fantastic Dog, an animated film by Shea Wageman with the voice of Artus, will be released in theaters on February 4, 2026. A family adventure for ages 4 and up. [Read more]
Les Enfants de la Résistance: Christophe Barratier's new adventure in theaters in 2026
Adapted from the comic book by Vincent Dugomier and Benoît Ers, Les Enfants de la Résistance by Christophe Barratier will be released in theaters on February 11, 2026, starring Lucas Hector and Gérard Jugnot. [Read more]
Goat – Dreaming Higher: Sony's sports animated film in theaters in 2026
Goat – Dream Higher, an animated film by Sony, directed by Tyree Dillihay and Adam Rosette, will be released in theaters on February 11, 2026, featuring the voices of Caleb McLaughlin and Stephen Curry. [Read more]
Super Charlie, a family-friendly animated superhero film
Super Charlie is a Swedish animated film by Jon Holmberg that combines adventure and comedy, centered around a baby superhero. It hits theaters on February 18, 2026. [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]
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]
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]
Lupin the IIIrd: The Immortal Lineage, Directed by Takeshi Koike — New Release Date Announced
Japanese animated film by Takeshi Koike featuring Lupin III. The theatrical release has been postponed to March 25, 2026, for this stylized action noir. [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 Super Mario Galaxy Movie: the animated adventure from Nintendo and Illumination hits theaters in 2026.
Nintendo and Illumination unveil The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic, in theaters in France on April 1, 2026. [Read more]
The Child of the Desert: Gilles de Maistre's Family Adventure Set in the Sahara
Family adventure film by Gilles de Maistre, The Desert Child follows a daring journey through the Sahara inspired by a true story, set to hit theaters on April 8, 2026. [Read more]
The Mandalorian & Grogu: Star Wars in theaters in 2026
Jon Favreau directs The Mandalorian & Grogu, a Star Wars feature film starring Din Djarin and Grogu. This sci-fiadventure film is expected to hit theaters on May 20, 2026. [Read more]
Toy Story 5: toys return to the connected era with Buzz and Woody
Toy Story 5, the new Pixar film directed by Andrew Stanton, will be released in theaters in France on June 17, 2026. Buzz and Woody face the digital revolution. [Read more]
Moana: Disney live-action film in theaters in 2026
The live-action film Moana: The Legend of the End of the World will be released in theaters on July 8, 2026. Directed by Thomas Kail, starring Catherine Laga'aia and Dwayne Johnson. [Read more]
Ducobu et le Fantôme de Saint-Potache to be released in October 2026
Ducobu et le Fantôme de Saint-Potache, directed by Elie Semoun and starring Émilie Caen and Frédérique Bel, will be released on October 7, 2026 for Halloween. [Read more]
Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Halloween hits theaters in October 2026.
The animated film Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Halloween will be released in theaters on October 21, 2026. An autumn adventure from Aardman, directed by Steve Cox. [Read more]
The Cat in the Hat, the 2026 family animated film
Directed by Alessandro Carloni and Erica Rivinoja, The Cat in the Hat will be released in theaters on November 4, 2026. A Warner Bros. animated film featuring the voices of Bill Hader and Xochitl Gomez. [Read more]
Asterix and the Kingdom of Nubia: a new adventure in theaters at Christmas 2026.
Asterix and the Kingdom of Nubia, directed by Alexandre Heboyan, will be released in theaters on December 2, 2026. A new adventure featuring the heroes of Goscinny and Uderzo. [Read more]
Avengers: Doomsday: film release postponed to December 2026
The Russo brothers' film Avengers: Doomsday, starring Robert Downey Jr. and Pedro Pascal, has been postponed until December 16, 2026. A new chapter in the MCU. [Read more]
So, which of these films will you choose? Don't forget that to discover more films to see in cinemas or on platforms, we have many guides for you to consult on the seventh art!
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