Are you a big fan of French cinema since the Nouvelle Vague? Do you love to be entertained by French comedy? Then you've come to the right place. Every week, a large number of French films - and we' re not excluding Belgium, Switzerland and Canada! - are released . And every week, you're faced with a dilemma: which French film to see in the aters today?
Don't panic! Whether you feel like laughing or crying, thinking or just putting your brain on pause (and yes, French films mean zero subtitles to read), here's a list of French and French-speaking films to discover at the cinema now or in the near future.
And to help you make the right choice, we've reviewed a number of these films for you, some of which we loved, some of which we hated. So, without further ado, here's a list of French and French-speaking films in theaters and coming soon!
**Stronger than the Devil: A French black comedy as wild and unpredictable as it is free-spirited**
Stronger Than the Devil, a dark comedy directed by Graham Guit starring Melvil Poupaud, Asia Argento, and Marine Vacth, hits theaters on March 25, 2026. [Read more]
The Dance of the Foxes: The sports drama screened at Cannes hits theaters
Valéry Carnoy's The Dance of the Foxes, the first Belgian film to be selected for the Directors' Fortnight 2025, hits theaters on March 18, 2026. [Read more]
Price Wars: A Social Thriller Exploring the World of Big Retail
Social thriller directed by Anthony Déchaux, featuring Ana Girardot and Olivier Gourmet, Price War hits French theaters on March 18, 2026. [Read more]
Police Flash 80: François Damiens stars in a retro police comedy
Police Flash 80, a crime comedy directed by Jean-Baptiste Saurel starring François Damiens and Audrey Lamy, hits theaters on March 18, 2026. A nostalgic trip back to the 1980s. [Read more]
Light and Shadows: Jean Dujardin Stars in a Historical Drama
On March 18, 2026, in theaters, Xavier Giannoli presents Les Rayons et les ombres, a historical drama starring Jean Dujardin that explores the lives of Jean and Corinne Luchaire during World War II. [Read more]
Victor, like everyone else: Fabrice Luchini stars in Pascal Bonitzer's heartfelt dramedy
Victor, like everyone else, a dramatic comedy by Pascal Bonitzer starring Fabrice Luchini and Chiara Mastroianni, follows an actor haunted by Victor Hugo as he deals with his daughter's return. [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]
Girls of the Sky: A Nighttime Sisterhood in Focus
Drama by Bérangère McNeese starring Héloïse Volle and Shirel Nataf, Les Filles du ciel follows four young women sharing a flat, hitting theaters on March 25, 2026. [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]
The Lady's Island: a historical drama starring Salomé Dewaels
In 1542, Marguerite de la Rocque is left stranded on an island after her voyage to Canada. Micha Wald directs a historical drama featuring Salomé Dewaels, set to hit theaters on March 25, 2026. [Read more]
Key Players: A Dramatic Comedy Starring Sandrine Kiberlain and Pierre Lottin
Movies & series
Those Who Matter, a heartfelt dramedy directed by Jean-Baptiste Leonetti, starring Sandrine Kiberlain and Pierre Lottin, hits theaters on March 25, 2026. [Read more]
Julian: Cato Kusters' Romantic Drama Hits Screens
Romantic drama directed by Cato Kusters, starring Nina Meurisse and Laurence Roothooft, Julian hits French theaters on March 25, 2026. [Read more]
The Crime on the Third Floor, a comedic crime thriller starring Laetitia Casta and Gilles Lellouche
Rémi Bezançon’s new film, The Crime on the Third Floor, starring Laetitia Casta, Gilles Lellouche, and Guillaume Gallienne, hits theaters on March 11, 2026. [Read more]
The Golden K Award, an adventure comedy created by and starring Jérémy Ferrari
The K d'Or, a comedy by Jérémy Ferrari starring Laura Felpin and Éric Judor, follows an absurd treasure hunt across the Sahel. Set to be released on March 11, 2026. [Read more]
Compostelle: Alexandra Lamy on the road to Santiago de Compostela
Movies & series
_Compostelle_, directed by Yann Samuell and starring Alexandra Lamy and Julien Le Berre, is based on a true story and hits theaters on April 1, 2026. [Read more]
Bad Choice: Gérard Jugnot makes a comeback to the big screen
Mauvaise Pioche, the new comedy directed by Gérard Jugnot starring Philippe Lacheau and Thierry Lhermitte, hits theaters on April 1, 2026. [Read more]
What Did We Do to God? — the beloved comedy now airing on TF1
What's Up with Dad? starring Christian Clavier and Chantal Lauby will air on TF1 on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at 9:10 PM. [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 Call of the Guards, a drama by Claire Denis, set for release in theaters in April 2026
The Cry of the Guards, a gripping drama by Claire Denis starring Isaach de Bankolé and Matt Dillon, hits theaters on April 8, 2026. The film was selected for the New York Film Festival. [Read more]
Cocorico 2, a family comedy starring Christian Clavier and Didier Bourdon
Following the French comedy Cocorico, Julien Hervé's new film brings together Christian Clavier and Didier Bourdon in a story centered on a wedding turned upside down by fresh family secrets. [Read more]
Just an illusion: the trailer for the new film by Éric Toledano and Olivier Nakache
The trailer for Just an Illusion has been released. The latest film by Éric Toledano and Olivier Nakache is set to hit theaters on April 15, 2026. [Read more]
Fight scenes: a high-energy comedy starring Nassim Lyes
Movies & series
A fight-filled comedy by Julien Royal featuring Nassim Lyes, Anaïde Rozam, and Ramzy Bedia, follows a man in Marseille who will stop at nothing to rescue his dog. Coming to theaters on April 15, 2026. [Read more]
Mata: espionage thriller starring Eye Haïdara and Mélanie Laurent
Mata, a gripping espionage thriller directed by Rachel Lang starring Eye Haïdara and Mélanie Laurent, hits theaters on April 22, 2026. Here's a look at the plot, cast, and background. [Read more]
For the best, the romantic biopic by Philippe Croizon
For the Best, a dramatic comedy by Marie-Castille Mention-Schaar, tells the true story of Philippe Croizon and hits theaters on April 22, 2026. [Read more]
The Doll, a romantic comedy starring Vincent Macaigne, competing at the Alpe d’Huez Festival
"The Doll," a romantic comedy by Sophie Beaulieu starring Vincent Macaigne, Cécile de France, and Zoé Marchal, has unveiled its first teaser ahead of its release on April 22, 2026. [Read more]
The Con Artist: Trailer for the comedy starring Fadily Camara
The trailer for L’Arnaqueuse has been released. This social comedy starring Fadily Camara and Josiane Balasko hits theaters on April 22, 2026. [Read more]
What is love? Trailer for the Alpe d’Huez Grand Prix, in theaters May 2026
What is love?, Fabien Gorgeart's comedy starring Laure Calamy and Vincent Macaigne, unveils its trailer ahead of its theatrical release on May 6, 2026. [Read more]
Movies & series
The Battle of Gaulle: Antonin Baudry's two movies unveil their images
Historical diptych by Antonin Baudry dedicated to Charles de Gaulle. Two films starring Simon Abkarian set to hit theaters on June 10 and July 3, 2026. [Read more]
The Phantom of the Opera: Deva Cassel and Romain Duris star in the 2026 adaptation
The Phantom of the Opera, directed by Alexandre Castagnetti and starring Deva Cassel, Romain Duris, and Julien De Saint-Jean, hits theaters on September 23, 2026. [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]
Gisèle – In the Name of All: The Bobigny Trial Comes to the Big Screen
A dramatic biopic by Lauriane Escaffre and Yvo Muller featuring Charlotte Gainsbourg, Gisèle – In the Name of All recounts the Bobigny trial. Coming to theaters on November 4, 2026. [Read more]
Un Bon Patron: comedy by Philippe de Chauveron starring Didier Bourdon, in theaters in 2026.
Un Bon Patron, a comedy by Philippe de Chauveron starring Didier Bourdon and Catherine Frot, will be released in theaters on November 11, 2026. French adaptation of El Buen Patrón. [Read more]
Kaamelott - Part 2: the direct sequel to Astier's film
Alexandre Astier concludes his Kaamelott diptych – Second Part with Part 2, in theaters November 11, 2026. More than a hundred characters come together in an epic adventure. [Read more]
Camembert, a social comedy featuring Kristin Scott Thomas
Camembert is a French comedy directed by Matthieu Rumani and Nicolas Slomka, starring Kristin Scott Thomas and Alex Lutz. The film hits theaters on November 18, 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]
Claude: André Dussollier stars in Clément Michel’s family comedy
Claude, a comedy directed by Clément Michel starring André Dussollier, Valérie Donzelli, and Kyan Khojandi, hits theaters on December 2, 2026. [Read more]
Les Misérables: Fred Cavayé brings Victor Hugo’s classic to the big screen
Les Misérables, a gripping adaptation of Victor Hugo’s classic novel directed by Fred Cavayé and starring Vincent Lindon, Tahar Rahim, and Camille Cottin, hits theaters on December 9, 2026. [Read more]
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