The year 2026 promises to be a rich one for cinema enthusiasts, with a selection of highly anticipated films covering all genres. From blockbusters to poignantdramas and captivatingcomedies, studios around the world are preparing major releases to satisfy all film buffs. At the start of each year, movie fans at scan the calendars to make sure they don't miss out on any of the big releases to come.
Cinema in 2026 promises a promising mix of anticipated sequels, new franchises and original creations by renowned directors. Whether you're a fan of action films, science fiction or moving dramas, there will be no shortage of films on offer. Studios compete with each other to offer viewers unforgettable visual and narrative experiences.
With spring and summer the key seasons for cinema releases, moviegoers can take advantage of mild temperatures to head to theaters and enjoy the cool air-conditioning while discovering new releases. Winter, on the other hand, remains the ideal time to get away from it all, with family films and ambitious productions that warm hearts.
Finally, 2026 will also mark the return of some of the biggest names in world cinema, promising landmark stories and performances by actors who will make history. To make sure you don't miss out on any of these films at the cinema, keep an eye on the release schedules and get ready for a year rich in emotion and visual spectacle.
The Devil Wears Prada 2 hits cinemas this Wednesday, April 29, 2026 — our verdict.
Le Devil Wears Prada 2 hits cinemas this Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt reprise their roles in this highly anticipated sequel centered on Miranda Priestly and the fashion world. Read our review. [Read more]
The Phantom of the Opera: teaser poster for the 2026 movie
The Phantom of the Opera, a new adaptation of Gaston Leroux’s novel by Alexandre Castagnetti, hits cinemas on September 23, 2026, starring Deva Cassel, Romain Duris and Julien De Saint-Jean. [Read more]
Verity: trailer starring Anne Hathaway and Dakota Johnson
Verity, a romantic thriller directed by Michael Showalter and led by Anne Hathaway, Dakota Johnson, and Josh Hartnett, hits theaters on September 30, 2026. The trailer unveils the adaptation of Colleen Hoover's novel. [Read more]
Odyssey: Nolan’s new trailer for his film
L’Odyssée, Christopher Nolan’s take on Homer starring Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson and Charlize Theron, unveils a new trailer ahead of its theatrical release on July 15, 2026. [Read more]
The World of Love: Yoon Ga-eun's Korean drama
The World of Love, a Korean dramedy by Yoon Ga-eun starring Seo Su-bin, hits theaters on May 6, 2026. The film follows a high school girl grappling with a painful past. [Read more]
For the fun of it: Alexandra Lamy and François Cluzet are a couple.
Reem Kherici directs Pour le plaisir, a comedy featuring Alexandra Lamy and François Cluzet about female pleasure and a couple trying to invent a revolutionary sex toy. [Read more]
28 Years Later: The Temple of the Dead Arrives on VOD
28 years later: The Temple of the Dead, a horror film directed by Nia DaCosta and written by Alex Garland, arrives on VOD for purchase on May 14, 2026, followed by rental on May 20. [Read more]
Mi Amor : Guillaume Nicloux's thriller starring Pom Klementieff
Guillaume Nicloux unveils with Mi Amor a psychological thriller led by Pom Klementieff and Benoît Magimel. Between a troubling disappearance and a downward spiral of paranoia, the film hits cinemas on May 6, 2026. [Read more]
Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair hits theaters in France
Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair, the complete edition of Kill Bill uniting Volumes 1 and 2 in the cut Tarantino intended, hits French cinemas on July 8, 2026. [Read more]
Spider-Man: Brand New Day — trailer and synopsis for Tom Holland's return to the big screen
Spider-Man: Brand New Day unveils its trailer and synopsis. Tom Holland, alone in a New York that has forgotten him, arrives in theaters on July 29, 2026. [Read more]
Passenger : André Øvredal turns a road trip into a nightmare
Passenger, André Øvredal's horror-thriller starring Jacob Scipio, Lou Llobell, and Melissa Leo, opens in theaters on May 20, 2026. A road trip haunted by a demonic presence. [Read more]
Billie Eilish – Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour (3D): James Cameron's concert film in theaters
The Billie Eilish concert film – Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour (3D), directed by James Cameron and Billie Eilish, hits cinemas in France on 7 and 10 May 2026. A new date has been added in response to demand. [Read more]
Compostelle: Alexandra Lamy on the road to Santiago de Compostela
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_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]
The Stranger: trailer for Gaya Jiji's drama
The Stranger, a drama directed by Gaya Jiji starring Zar Amir, Alexis Manenti and Amr Waked, hits theaters on June 24, 2026. The trailer reveals Selma's journey, a Syrian refugee in Bordeaux. [Read more]
Michael Jackson biopic premiere at the Grand Rex: show, activities and a cosplay contest
When cinema meets rhythm, you get Michael at the Grand Rex. On Tuesday evening, April 21, 2026, Paris’s iconic venue will become a giant stage for a premiere honoring the King of Pop. Pre-show, performances and cosplay... Paris will sparkle, moonwalks and sequins mandatory! [Read more]
The Battle of Gaulle: The Iron Age, the trailer for Antonin Baudry's film starring Simon Abkarian
The trailer for The Battle of Gaulle: The Iron Age is online. The first instalment of Antonin Baudry's diptych, featuring Simon Abkarian as de Gaulle, hits cinemas on June 3, 2026. [Read more]
Backrooms: The trailer for A24's horror film
Backrooms, a horror and science-fiction film directed by Kane Parsons for A24, hits theaters on June 17, 2026. Its trailer reveals the adaptation of a creepypasta that became a YouTube sensation. [Read more]
The Last Breath of a Yakuza: the anime nominated at Annecy
The Last Breath of a Yakuza, a Japanese animated film by Baku Kinoshita that was nominated at Annecy 2025, hits theaters on May 27, 2026. An intimate drama about a prisoner confronting his past. [Read more]
The Furious, the non-stop action movie, hits theaters this June (trailer)
The Furious, even before its release, is already riding a strong reputation. Indeed, the film has already been making waves, with numerous positive reviews following screenings at film festivals. Not to mention social media, which has only raised the anticipation for this movie. Watch the trailer, ahead of its theatrical release on June 10. [Read more]
L'Abandon by Vincent Garenq, Out of Competition at the Cannes Film Festival 2026: the trailer
L'Abandon, a drama by Vincent Garenq starring Antoine Reinartz and Emmanuelle Bercot, tracks the last eleven days of Samuel Paty. Selected Out of Competition at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival. [Read more]
Top cinemas in Paris
Whether you're an inveterate cinephile or just go to the movies once in a while, this guide is for you! It lists the best cinemas in Paris. Whether for comfort, programming or special effects, follow the guide to discover the most original cinemas in Paris. [Read more]
films to be seen today in Paris and the Île-de-France region. [Read more]
Comedies, thrillers, animated films, horror... Discover the latest cinema releases classified by genre to find the film that's right for you. [Read more]
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