Every week in France, Wednesday marks the arrival of new films, offering cinema lovers a palette of emotions to explore. Going to the movies is an experience in which we let ourselves be transported into different worlds, sharing joys, sorrows, thrills and laughter with the characters on screen.
This weekly tradition is an invitation to experience captivating stories, discover visual and narrative works of art, and feel the thrill ofadventure and the depth of human emotion. Cinema, as a space for meeting and sharing, strengthens social ties and nourishes the collective imagination.
Every new movie release offers a fresh chance to reconnect with the simple yet profound joy of being a moviegoer — to escape the routine of daily life and be moved by the magic of cinema. Feeling inspired to catch a film? Check out the anticipated movies hitting theaters this Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
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]
Scarlet and Eternity: Mamoru Hosoda’s Latest Animated Film
Mamoru Hosoda directs Scarlet and Eternity, a Japanese animated film showcased at the 2025 Venice Film Festival. Featuring Mana Ashida and Masaki Okada, it hits theaters on March 11, 2026. [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]
What’s Left of Us: Cherien Dabis’ Palestinian-Inspired Portrait
What Remains of Us, a historical drama directed by Cherien Dabis starring Saleh Bakri and Adam Bakri, traces the story of three generations of a Palestinian family from 1948 to the present day. [Read more]
The Testament of Ann Lee: historical and musical biopic by Mona Fastvold starring Amanda Seyfried
The Testament of Ann Lee, a biopic by Mona Fastvold starring Amanda Seyfried, is released in theaters on March 11, 2026. The true story of the founder of the Shakers. [Read more]
Orphan: László Nemes explores post-1956 Hungary
Orphan, a historical drama by László Nemes starring Bojtorján Barabás and Grégory Gadebois, follows a teenage boy whose world is turned upside down when a man claiming to be his father enters his life. [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]
Il Maestro: Pierfrancesco Favino stars in a compelling tennis drama
Il Maestro, a drama directed by Andrea Di Stefano and starring Pierfrancesco Favino, tells the story of a former tennis player who coaches a young prodigy amidst the intense pressures of 1980s Italy. [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]
Jumpers: A fun and eco-friendly animated adventure for the whole family
The Pixar animated film Jumpers, directed by Daniel Chong, will be released in theaters on March 4, 2026. It is a family action comedy about a technology that allows people to embody a robotic animal. [Read more]
Alter Ego: Laurent Lafitte lends his voice in the new comedy
Comedy by Nicolas Charlet and Bruno Lavaine featuring Laurent Lafitte, Blanche Gardin, and Olga Kurylenko. Alter Ego is set to hit theaters on March 4, 2026. [Read more]
Pillion, a groundbreaking queer drama starring Alexander Skarsgård, wins an award at Cannes and hits theaters in March 2026
Pillion, a queer drama by Harry Lighton starring Alexander Skarsgård, follows a young man exploring life in a gay motorcycle club. The film is scheduled for release on March 4, 2026. [Read more]
Rural: Édouard Bergeon Takes Center Stage in the World of Agriculture
On March 4, 2026, movie theaters will host "Rural," a 1-hour and 33-minute documentary by Édouard Bergeon centered on Jérôme Bayle, a prominent agricultural figure from the Southwest who is currently actively engaged in the fight. [Read more]
The House of Women: an ensemble drama starring Karin Viard hits theaters
French drama by Mélisa Godet, La Maison des Femmes explores the story of a dedicated team supporting women who have suffered violence. The film is set to hit theaters on March 4, 2026. [Read more]
Christy: an intense boxing biopic driven by Sydney Sweeney's compelling performance
Biopic by David Michôd starring Sydney Sweeney as Christy Martin, icon of women's boxing. In theaters in France on March 4, 2026. [Read more]
The Bride! : Frankenstein’s Fiancée Reimagined by Maggie Gyllenhaal
In her latest directorial effort, The Bride!, Maggie Gyllenhaal revisits the Frankenstein myth with a fresh perspective, starring Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale. The film hits theaters and IMAX screens nationwide on March 4, 2026. [Read more]
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films to be seen today in Paris and the Île-de-France region. [Read more]
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Cinema releases: films to see in cinemas sorted by genre
