Looking to catch an animated movie in theaters? Here you’ll find the animated films currently playing in cinemas as well as the upcoming animated releases expected in theaters: animated features, family films, Japanese animation, French productions, or major international studios.
This selection helps you quickly decide which animated film to see in theaters, whether you’re after a family screening with kids, a family adventure, a Japanese film, an animated comedy, or a more ambitious work to enjoy on the big screen.
The Girl in the Clouds: Louane and Jamel Debbouze on the Big Screen
The Girl in the Clouds hits cinemas on July 22, 2026. Philippe Riche helms a family-friendly animated film featuring the voices of Louane and Jamel Debbouze. [Read more]
Kayara, Incan Princess on the Big Screen: An Animated Adventure for 6 and Up
Kayara, Inca Princess, Cesar Zelada’s animated film suitable for ages 6 and up, opens in French cinemas on July 15, 2026. An adventure set during the era of the Inca Empire. [Read more]
Paw Patrol: Dino Mission — L5 and Backstreet Boys clips unveiled
PAW Patrol: The Movie – Mission Dino hits theaters on August 5, 2026. L5 record the French track, while the Backstreet Boys release Bottle Up for the American soundtrack. [Read more]
A New Dawn: the animated feature in competition at Annecy
A New Dawn, an animated film by Yoshitoshi Shinomiya, hits theaters on August 12, 2026. Presented in competition at Annecy, the movie follows a family saga centered on a fireworks factory. [Read more]
Tad the Explorer and the Magic Lamp: Official Trailer for the Family Film
Tad the Explorer and the Magic Lamp, Enrique Gato's family animated feature, hits cinemas on August 26, 2026. This new adventure whisks Tad, Sara and their daughter Oli on a journey through time. [Read more]
Le Corset: Louis Clichy’s animated feature arrives in theaters in October
Presented in Un Certain Regard at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, Le Corset, Louis Clichy’s animated feature, arrives in theaters on October 14, delivering a coming‑of‑age story set in the Beauce. [Read more]
Mochy, the ugliest dog in the world: a family-friendly animated film hitting theaters in October 2026
Mochy, the ugliest dog in the world, an animated feature by Jérémie Degruson and Yanis Belaïd, arrives in theaters on October 14, 2026. A family-friendly adventure about embracing differences and self-acceptance. [Read more]
Shaun the Sheep: The Halloween Monster Unveils Its Trailer
Shaun the Sheep: The Halloween Beast hits theaters on October 21, 2026. Watch the trailer for this new Aardman adventure from Steve Cox and Matthew Walker. [Read more]
The Island of Memories: DreamWorks’ animated film hits theaters in October 2026
The Island of Memories, formerly titled The Forgotten Island, hits theaters on October 21, 2026. The DreamWorks film follows two friends stranded on an island inspired by Philippine myths. [Read more]
Billie, at the crossroads of worlds: the trailer for Disney's Christmas 2026
Billie, at the crossroads of worlds, formerly Hexed, hits theaters on November 25, 2026. Disney unveils the first trailer for this magical animated feature. [Read more]
Asterix: The Kingdom of Nubia — Trailer for the Christmas 2026 film
Astérix - The Kingdom of Nubia, an animated film directed by Alexandre Heboyan, hits cinemas on December 2, 2026. Discover the trailer for this new family adventure. [Read more]
The Cat in the Hat: Ahmed Sylla will voice the film's hero
Le Chat Chapeauté, an animated Warner Bros. feature adapted from Dr. Seuss, hits theaters on December 9, 2026. Ahmed Sylla will voice the famous character in the French version. [Read more]
Angry Birds 3 - The Great Takeoff: trailer and release date for the animated film
Angry Birds 3 - The Great Takeoff hits theaters on December 23, 2026. Directed by John Rice, the animated film reunites Red, Chuck, Silver and Bomb for a family adventure. [Read more]
Ice Age: The Volcano Awakening, Manny and Sid Are Back in 2027
Ice Age: The Volcano Awakening, the latest animated installment in the saga, hits cinemas in France on February 3, 2027, featuring Manny, Sid, Diego, Ellie, Buck and Scrat. [Read more]
Nero, the black cat: Pixar unveils its latest animated film in Venice.
Nero, a noir cat, Disney-Pixar’s new film directed by Enrico Casarosa, is unveiled with its first trailer. The animated feature is slated for a spring 2027 theatrical release. [Read more]
Not so alone: Timothée Chalamet and Selena Gomez in Illumination's new film
Timothée Chalamet and Selena Gomez lend their voices to Pas si seuls, Illumination’s new original adventure, in theaters on March 31, 2027. [Read more]
The Legend of Zelda: Nintendo's cult universe adapted for live-action cinema
The Legend of Zelda, a live-action adaptation of the Nintendo saga by Wes Ball, is expected in French cinemas on May 5, 2027, with Bo Bragason and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth. [Read more]
Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse, the conclusion of the animated Spider-Verse, announced for 2027
The third installment of the animated saga centered on Miles Morales, Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse concludes the trilogy in June 2027. Directed by Justin Thompson and Bob Persichetti. [Read more]
Shrek 5 : new teaser and Alain Chabat returns to voice the French version
Shrek 5 hits theaters in France on June 30, 2027. The new teaser confirms the green ogre’s return, directed by Conrad Vernon and Walt Dohrn, with Alain Chabat providing the French voice. [Read more]
For a day out with young kids, opt for family-friendly, accessible films and adventure stories. Fans of Japanese animation can turn to auteur-driven movies, fantastical narratives, or manga-inspired worlds. Some animated features also cater more to teenagers and adults, with more intimate, poetic, or spectacular themes.
To narrow down your options, also check out our picks dedicated to Japanese animated features, family-friendly films, and must-see releases currently playing in theaters.
Japanese animated films to catch in theaters right now
Anime, fantastical stories, adventures or animated dramas: discover Japanese animated films to watch in theaters and their upcoming releases. [Read more]
Want a cinema trip with the kids? Discover the family-friendly films now playing in theaters and the upcoming releases for little ones and grown-ups. [Read more]
Comedy, horror, animation, drama or blockbuster: our picks of films to see in theaters right now, tailored to whatever you’re in the mood for. [Read more]
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Japanese animated films to catch in theaters right now
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