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 -
Jumpers: A fun and eco-friendly animated adventure for the whole family
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
Animated sci-fi film by Momoko Seto, Planètes follows four seeds journeying through the cosmos. Set to hit theaters on March 11, 2026, it’s suitable for viewers aged 8 and older. [Read more]
David: A biblical animated film perfect for family viewing
David, a biographical animated film that explores themes of family and heroism, tells the story of the shepherd’s unlikely confrontation with Goliath. Set to hit theaters on March 18, 2026, here are the details, plot summary, and background. [Read more]
Walter Lapin: Family animated adventure perfect for kids aged 5 and up
On March 25, 2026, cinemas will release Walter Lapin, a family animated film by Caroline Origer starring José Garcia. The story follows a father suffering from amnesia who believes he's a superhero. [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 Comes to the Big Screen
Jon Favreau directs The Mandalorian and Grogu, starring Pedro Pascal. The new Star Wars adventure and sci-fi film is set 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]
Minions and Monsters: Illumination's Next Big Movie Set for Summer 2026
A new animated film featuring Minions and monsters, directed by Pierre Coffin and voiced by himself alongside Amy Sedaris, hits theaters on June 24, 2026. [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]
Hexed, Disney's latest animated feature by Josie Trinidad and Jason Hand, unveils its release date
Disney unveils Hexed, a magical animated film directed by Josie Trinidad and Jason Hand. The movie is set to hit theaters on November 25, 2026. [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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