The Fête du Cinéma 2026 is back from Sunday, June 28 to Wednesday, July 1, 2026, with 5-euro screenings at participating cinemas. It’s an opportunity to explore a slate of animated films, spanning big family titles, more offbeat picks, and works geared toward teens or adults.
Heads up: an animated film doesn't automatically equate to a movie for kids. Some titles are suitable for younger viewers, while others tackle darker, more complex, or tougher themes. This selection therefore distinguishes between films for family viewing and those aimed at a more mature audience.
To find out the dates, the price, and the terms of the promotion, check out our practical guide dedicated to the Fête du Cinéma 2026. And for a cross-genre selection, also see our guide to the films to watch during Fête du Cinéma 2026.
For a family outing, several animated films are on the table during the 2026 Fête du Cinéma. Big franchises and comedic universes remain the most accessible options, especially for younger audiences.
Minions and Monsters on the Big Screen: The Minions Hit Hollywood
Minions and monsters head to cinemas on June 24, 2026. The new Illumination film transports the Minions to 1920s Hollywood, where silent cinema collides with monstrous creatures. [Read more]
Toy Story 5 hits cinemas: Buzz, Woody and Jessie confront the screens
Toy Story 5 hits theaters on June 17, 2026. The new Disney-Pixar film reunites Woody, Buzz, and Jessie for a family adventure that explores the role of screens in childhood. [Read more]
Super Mario Galaxy: The Movie in cinemas — trailer and our take
Super Mario Galaxy: The Film hits cinemas in France on April 1, 2026. Trailer, cast, the space universe, and our take on the animated sequel. [Read more]
Other animated films on display during the operation are aimed more at teens or adults. This is especially true for works that are more dramatic, experimental, or tackle tough subjects. Before you book, it’s best to check the film’s age rating, its tone, and the viewers’ sensitivities.
In Waves hits cinemas: a moving animated film about love, surfing and grief
In Waves opens in theaters on July 1, 2026. Phuong Mai Nguyen adapts AJ Dungo's graphic novel into an animated feature about love, illness, and surfing. [Read more]
Grave of the Fireflies in cinemas: Studio Ghibli's masterpiece back in theaters
Grave of the Fireflies returns to cinemas on July 1, 2026. Isao Takahata's cult film for Studio Ghibli is back on the big screen thirty years after its French release. [Read more]
Jim Queen on the big screen: a queer animated comedy presented at Cannes
Jim Queen, a French animated comedy from Marco Nguyen and Nicolas Athané, hits theaters on June 17, 2026. The film, unveiled at Cannes 2026, follows a gay icon struck by a fictional virus. [Read more]
The Vertigo: Dupieux’s animated film in a video-game style
Le Vertige, Quentin Dupieux’s first animated feature, hits cinemas on June 10, 2026. Shown in the closing night of the Directors’ Fortnight, it toys with the idea of a world that’s a simulation. [Read more]
Before booking your showtime, make sure to check the schedule, the available formats, and any age restrictions with your local theater. The price of 5 euros applies during the Fête du Cinéma 2026 at participating cinemas, excluding any surcharges that may apply to certain special screenings.
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Dates and Opening Time
From June 28, 2026 to July 1, 2026
Prices
€5
More information
A €5 flat rate per screening at all participating cinemas and for all showings (excluding surcharges for 3D films, special screenings, and any additional services).
