Looking for an outing idea for this Easter Monday public holiday in Paris? The cinema remains a safe bet to enjoy this day, April 6, 2026, whether you want to check out a new release, catch up on a film already well underway, or treat yourself to a daytime screening.
Among blockbusters, comedies, arthouse films, thrillers, animation, and crowd-pleasers, Paris cinemas offer plenty of options this public holiday. It’s also a handy outing if you’re staying in Paris over the Easter long weekend.
Here is our selection of films to see in cinemas on Easter Monday 2026 in Paris, organized by showtimes and the titles currently on release.
Heads up: This guide is updated as we uncover new findings
Super Mario Galaxy: The Movie hits theaters on April 1, 2026 — 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]
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]
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]
Last Chance Project: The Official Final Trailer Featuring Ryan Gosling
Project Last Chance, a science fiction film starring Ryan Gosling and directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, will be released in theaters in France on March 18, 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]
The Last Heir: Action-packed comedy thriller starring Glen Powell hitting theaters in March 2026
The Final Heir, a comedy-thriller by John Patton Ford starring Glen Powell and Margaret Qualley, hits theaters on March 25, 2026. Trailer and details inside. [Read more]
**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]
A Day with My Father: The acclaimed film unveiled at Cannes hits theaters
Premiered at Cannes 2025, where it received a special mention for the Caméra d’Or, A Day with My Father hits theaters on March 25, 2026. [Read more]
The Drama: Zendaya and Robert Pattinson team up on the big screen
Directed by Kristoffer Borgli, The Drama stars Zendaya and Robert Pattinson in a captivating romantic drama. The film is set to hit French theaters on April 1, 2026. [Read more]
Reminders of Him: Colleen Hoover’s adaptation hits theaters
Adapted from Colleen Hoover's novel, Reminders of Him, directed by Vanessa Caswill, hits theaters on March 18, 2026, starring Maika Monroe. The story follows a mother determined to reconnect with her daughter. [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]
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]
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]
They Will Kill You: Zazie Beetz confronts a dangerous cult
In theaters on March 25, 2026, They Will Kill You combines action, dark comedy, and horror, starring Zazie Beetz in a tense night of survival against a deadly cult. [Read more]
The Whistle: Dafne Keen stars in a new horror film
Le Sifflet, a supernatural horror film directed by Corin Hardy starring Dafne Keen, hits theaters on March 18, 2026. Here's the synopsis, trailer, and all the details you need on this chilling thriller. [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 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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
An Indian Youth — Homebound: a poignant drama by Neeraj Ghaywan
An Indian Youth – Homebound is the latest film by Neeraj Ghaywan, unveiled at Cannes 2025 in the Un Certain Regard section. Starring Ishaan Khatter, it hits theaters on March 25, 2026. This is Ghaywan’s second film featured in the Un Certain Regard lineup at Cannes 2025. [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]
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]
