83 Classic French Movies

In a poor neighborhood where faith and drug dealing coexist, Dounia craves power and achievement. With her close friend Maimouna's encouragement, she aims to emulate Rebecca, a well-regarded drug trafficker. However, her meeting with Djigui, a young dancer with a…

After 25 years, Paolo agrees to return to Marseilles to care for his ailing father, a man he left behind. He departs Canada with his son, determined to avoid the city where a past tragedy forced him to flee. However,…

Driven by an obsession to uncover the truth behind the first ascent of Mount Everest, a photojournalist's investigation leads him on a path to find a renowned climber who disappeared during the expedition.

Fleeing the law, a father and son seek shelter at a summer camp for young adults with disabilities, posing as a teacher and a camper. Their arrival sparks unforeseen challenges and a profound connection, leading to a transformative experience for…

The charming thief Arsène Lupin targets the homes of Paris's wealthiest citizens, prompting a police hunt aided by a hidden asset.

D'Artagnan, a passionate young man from Gascony, is critically wounded while attempting to rescue a noblewoman from kidnapping. Arriving in Paris, he relentlessly pursues those responsible, unknowingly becoming entangled in a conflict that threatens France's fate. With the help of…

Alain is a driven businessman constantly pressed for time, leaving little room for personal life. His world is upended when he suffers a stroke, resulting in a neurological condition that causes him to mispronounce words.

This is the story of two men from vastly different worlds who unexpectedly find a connection. One is a wealthy, paralyzed aristocrat recovering from a paragliding accident. The other is a young man growing up in a disadvantaged neighborhood. Their…

In Marseilles, France, Daniel, a pizza delivery driver, finally gets his taxi license. But his dream is threatened when he speeds and gets in trouble with the law. To keep his license and his new job, Daniel is forced to…

Nicky Larson is hired to retrieve Cupid's perfume, a fragrance said to make anyone who wears it completely irresistible.

A taxi driver and a police officer travel to Paris in a desperate attempt to save a woman they both care for, along with the Japanese defense minister, who have been kidnapped.

A group of thieves who call themselves the Santa Claus Gang are causing widespread trouble, and the police are struggling to stop them. Police Captain Gilbert is preoccupied with a Chinese reporter covering his team, while taxi driver Daniel is…

Captain Alison Flesh, a headstrong Nice police officer, is partnered with Parisian detective Lieutenant Leïla Balani, a brilliant criminologist but inexperienced in practical police work, at the insistence of her boss, Commissioner Djiba. Together, Flesh and Balani hunt a serial…

A notorious Belgian criminal, awaiting extradition to Africa for trial, is briefly placed under the supervision of the Marseilles police. During this short period, the cunning criminal persuades the well-meaning but inept policeman Emilien that he is a wrongly accused…

1975. Doctor Seyolo Zantoko, who escaped the Congo's tyranny with his family, takes a job from the mayor of a small French town. He then faces challenges adapting to his new life and earning the trust of the town's prejudiced…

The climate is changing. Rather than depicting only the dire consequences, this documentary highlights individuals proposing and implementing solutions.

Since 2014, France has run restorative justice programs that provide a safe environment for offenders and victims to talk. Grégoire, Nawelle, and Sabine, who were victims of robberies, participate in a program with Nassim, Issa, and Thomas, all convicted of…

François Gautier is fiercely frugal, dedicated to avoiding all spending. His carefully constructed life is upended when he falls in love and discovers he has a daughter he never knew. Forced to conceal this revelation with lies, François finds himself…

Two estranged brothers come together for their father's funeral. However, upon arriving at the crematorium, they find it deserted – no one is present, not even the body. Instead, a woman named Chloe appears and claims to be their sister.

This is the story of four friends who first met in the early 2000s while leading the student union at the Nantes Institute of Business. Back then, they were known as "Bioman" – notorious for their wild parties and carefree…

Paulette Van Der Beck and her husband have long run a housekeeping school in Alsace, dedicated to training teenage girls for traditional roles. Following her husband's death, Paulette faces the school's impending bankruptcy and must step up. As they prepare…

Gaston joins the Peticoin startup with a series of outlandish inventions that promise to revolutionize his coworkers' lives. His creations – including a cat, a seagull, a cow, and a gaffophone – become the source of comical chaos. This well-meaning…

Fred Bartel runs a successful communication agency in Paris called Happy Few. Following a difficult tax audit, the authorities require him to move the company to La Courneuve. There, Fred and his team encounter Samy, a local resident who offers…

Louise, 45, leaves her husband after discovering his infidelity and escapes for a weekend in Corsica. Following a passionate night with a man who is later found dead, Louise is mistakenly identified as his long-lost girlfriend by his strong-willed but…

Samy relocates from a poor, crime-ridden neighborhood in the French suburbs to the affluent district of Neuilly.

Gabriel is drawn to attractive women, but his habit of pursuing them is damaging his professional and personal life. He resolves to seek guidance by hiring a life coach.

This story follows an elderly monkey prince who awakens injured and lost in an unfamiliar city. With the help of a young monkey named Tom, he tries to find his way in this strange new environment.

Stéphane has been harboring resentment over his sons-in-law not having a son. When his younger daughter chooses a doctor he dislikes over the admired rugby player, he's determined to win the son-in-law back. His daughter refuses to let him succeed.

Léopold, having failed his medical entrance exam, ends up enrolling in midwifery school, concealing his situation from everyone. Doubting his place in this all-female environment, he finds his perspective shifting when he meets Nathalie, a seasoned midwife with a strong…

Mune, a faun, unexpectedly becomes the Guardian of the Moon. An accident involving the Moon threatens both it and the Sun, drawing the attention of Necross, a corrupt titan who desires the Sun for himself, disrupting the balance of day…

The legendary Gauls lend their expertise to Queen Cleopatra when she proposes a challenge: to construct a palace for Julius Caesar within a mere three months, proving the skill of the Egyptian workforce.

A factory worker, seeking to improve his own situation, devises a plan to secretly sell expensive perfumes while working for his employer.

To help their friend Alafolix marry Princess Irina, Astérix and Obélix must win the Olympic Games. But Brutus will do anything to ensure his own team wins, using every trick possible, and to eliminate his father, Julius Caesar, in the…

François, a 30-year-old Asian man, hasn't been back to his family in a decade, ever since a violent argument with his father, Meng. He's avoided discussing his background ever since, even fabricating a story about being adopted. But when he…

Lyon's mayor, Paul Théraneau, is at a crossroads after three decades in politics. He's lost his passion and struggles with a deep sense of meaninglessness. Seeking a way forward, Paul hires Alice Heimann, a sharp and insightful philosopher. Their conversations…

Following the overthrow of Baghdad's cruel ruler, Aladdin postpones his wedding to the princess, waiting for a new leader to assume control of the city.

In Montfermeil, a suburb of Paris where Victor Hugo's "Les Misérables" is set, new Anti-Crime Squad member Stéphane joins experienced colleagues Chris and Gwada. He quickly learns of escalating tensions between local gangs. During an arrest, the trio is overwhelmed,…

After their parents separate, three siblings spend the summer with their estranged grandfather in the south of France. Within a day, tensions flare between the teenagers and the elderly man. Over the course of the summer, both generations undergo significant…

After falling while gathering mistletoe, Druid Getafix believes it's time to ensure the village's future. He sets off with Asterix and Obelix to find a promising young druid throughout the Celtic world – someone to pass on the secret of…

In the shadowy world of French organized crime, the Bettoun family, a Jewish Blackfoot clan, controls a vast criminal empire. Led by Raymond, their business includes casinos, underground boxing, gambling, prostitution, racketeering, and violent disputes with rival Arab and French…

When Lisa, known as Kali, discovers her husband was executed in Rio to conceal a corruption scandal, she is determined to uncover the truth. A former Special Forces operative, she travels to Brazil prepared to fight, using any means necessary…

While filming his documentary series *I'll Sleep at Your Place* in the Carpathian Mountains in 2005, Antoine de Maximy disappeared following a car accident. His editor, Agnès, uses the footage from his trip to search for him.

Gru, a devoted admirer of the supervillain group the Vicious 6, devises a scheme to prove his villainy and earn a place among them, supported by his loyal Minions.

Jules, a Parisian postman who secretly loves music, records a captivating opera singer, Cynthia Hawkins, during a performance. He keeps his admiration private as he continues his everyday route. Suddenly, Jules witnesses a woman fleeing from armed attackers. As the…

Antoine, a young rapper from the Paris suburbs, works as a food deliveryman. He encounters Mrs. Loiseau, a respected teacher at the Paris Opera, who is impressed by his talent and introduces him to opera. Antoine begins studying with Mrs.…

French Guyana, some time ago. Eliott, a young and idealistic anthropology researcher, embarks on an expedition to study the Otopis, a remote tribe from the Amazon. It's also a chance for him to escape his controlling mother, Chantal de Bellabre,…

François Sentinelle leads a double life. He's Réunion Island's top police officer, famed for his uncompromising approach and distinctive shirts, patrolling the streets in his iconic yellow car. Secretly, he's also a talented singer.

Paris, 1910. Emile, a quiet movie projectionist, and Raoul, a flamboyant inventor, team up to track down a monster that's frightening the city. They team up with Lucille, the kind-hearted star of the Bird of Paradise cabaret, an odd scientist…

Zombillenium, a Halloween theme park, is secretly home to real monsters. When Hector, a human, threatens to reveal the park's true inhabitants, the Vampire Park Manager reluctantly hires him. To be near his daughter, Hector must evade his zombie and…

A boisterous group of detectives struggles to accept their strict new leader while trying to stop a ruthless gang of robbers terrorizing the city.

Mika, a small-time thief, takes a brief tour of prison and meets "Putin," a volatile and unpredictable inmate. After his release, Mika plans to leave his old life behind and start anew. However, as he prepares to marry the daughter…

This dramedy follows two competitive brothers-in-law who make a bet to quit smoking. They think two weeks will be easy, but their attempt to overcome addiction becomes a challenging emotional journey filled with unexpected revelations. The film explores self-discovery and…

A struggling merchant, ruined and heartbroken, stumbles upon the eerie castle of a monstrous being. He finds himself trapped there, facing a terrible bargain. After taking a rose from the creature's garden, he must offer his own daughter, Belle, as…

In a desolate seaside resort during the winter, amidst empty beach bars and rain-swept streets, Carole and Richard Lazure are at rock bottom. They've lost everything – their business, their home, even basic necessities – after being scammed by their…

Alexis Pasquier, a new French teacher, starts his first day at Nancy prison and meets Léa, a young woman he quickly falls deeply in love with. This encounter exposes him to two contrasting worlds: passionate love and the harsh reality…

Nedjma, an 18-year-old fashion design student, strives for normalcy despite the backdrop of the Algerian Civil War. Facing increasing social restrictions, she defies the radicals' new rules by organizing a fashion show.

A wealthy suburban family's perfect life unravels when they find a rat in their house. This unexpected event triggers a series of dramatic consequences, forcing them to confront hidden desires, secrets, and difficult truths. The younger brother begins to question…

To cover rent for himself and his close friends, a young man begins selling marijuana. This decision quickly plunges him into the dangerous world of drug trafficking.

For twenty years, Bruno and Malik have dedicated their lives to a unique community: autistic children and teens. Leading two non-profit organizations, The Hatch and The Shelter, they train young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to provide care for the most…

Arnaud, 25, takes a job as assistant to the Director of Communications for a French presidential candidate's campaign. As he learns the ropes – the strategies, complexities, and power struggles of the election – he becomes drawn to the world…

A police officer transferred to Marseille is tasked with dismantling a gang of Italian robbers known for their high-speed pursuits in Ferraris. The gang's activities involve Daniel's older niece, a reckless driver who operates a distinctive white taxi.

Mathias Lonisse founded Love is Dead, a company specializing in breakups. He helps people avoid the difficult task of ending relationships, handling each assignment with professionalism. However, his carefully controlled world is upended when his own mother decides to leave…

Vincent, a 30-year-old who cares for both pets and children, takes a job babysitting Bart, a 9-year-old who recently moved into the building with his busy mother. At school, Bart wants to be popular, so he pretends Vincent is his…

A hardened special forces operative is sent undercover to infiltrate a criminal organization. While working deep within the syndicate, he forms an unexpected connection with the boss's young son, forcing him to confront his own values.

Seven men, ranging in age from 17 to 70 and all teetering on the edge of a breakdown, converge at a remote station for an unconventional wilderness course intended to help them recover. Under the guidance of a spirited and…

A woman in peril contacts the police, and Anna answers the call. A man is arrested. Weeks later, as the courts search for evidence, Anna, Aly, and Dary are haunted by the lingering effects of that night.

Darius travels from Paris–Beauvais Airport to La Défense, pulling his suitcase, on foot through the countryside and suburbs to fulfill a secretive task: to accomplish it without generating any carbon emissions.

In a nation governed by women, a man pursues an unconventional path to win the hand of a military leader's daughter.

Ten years after leaving his hometown, Jean returns when his father becomes ill. He reconnects with his sister Juliette and brother Jérémie amidst the changing seasons of their family vineyard, and they must learn to trust one another once more.

Camilla, a 30-year-old woman, comes to the realization that her current life isn't fulfilling. She decides that her true calling lies in becoming a royal princess.

A devoted wolfdog's inquisitive nature sets him on an extraordinary journey as he finds himself with three very different owners.

Mathieu, a gifted black box analyst, is tasked with determining the cause of a fatal aircraft crash. After the official investigation concludes, Mathieu becomes convinced the evidence is incomplete. Re-examining the recordings, he uncovers unsettling anomalies. Suspecting tampering, he defies…

In 2008, Sami Benboudaoud experienced hardship in the affluent suburb of Neuilly-sur-Seine. Ten years later, while Sami is thriving in his political science studies, a period of difficulty awaits his cousin Charles of Chazelle.

On the remote planet Perdide, a swarm of giant hornets unleashes destruction, leaving young Piel and his father trapped when their car overturns. A distress signal reaches space adventurer Jaffar, who launches a dangerous rescue mission. He assembles a diverse…

A police translator finds himself drawn into the world of drug trafficking.

Niels Cartier was once a respected anti-gang officer, known for his strength and unorthodox tactics. He left the force after a disastrous operation resulted in his wife's death. Eight years later, the bank robbers responsible for her death resurface, and…

After a gang causes widespread disruption and embarrasses the Paris police, the Minister of the Interior assigns a new team to the investigation. Alia, a passionate but headstrong officer from Marseille, and Hugo, a precise and accomplished Parisian, are forced…

Two men, with very different backgrounds and personalities, find themselves traveling together in a hearse to the South of France. As they journey, they begin to discover unexpected similarities.

Selma, a psychoanalyst, returns to her native Tunisia to start a practice and finds herself working with a diverse group of new patients.

Vedette is a cow, a queen who was once queen of the Alpine cows. But age is catching up to her, and she faces being overthrown by younger rivals. To spare her this indignity, Elise and Nicole ask us to…

Antoine is starting his third year of medical school. Benjamin, a recent high school graduate, is trying it for the first time. He quickly discovers it's a challenging path. In a highly competitive atmosphere where studying takes precedence over socializing,…

Sixteen years old, at a seaside resort in Normandy during the 1980s. The usual teenage dreams – a best friend, a pact, adventures on a boat or motorbike, living life fast – don't apply. Alexis dreams of death. The ultimate…

In a Rome ruled by the absolute power of Caesar, Senators Rufus and Cassius conspire to assassinate him.