Family Fun and Star-Studded Films Highlight France's New Year's Day TV Lineup

French television on January 1, 2026, offers a rich mix of family-friendly movies, special broadcasts, and entertainment events designed for viewers of all ages. Starting the day, children can enjoy beloved animations such as 'Cinderella' on M6, 'Transformers: The Beginning' on Canal+, and 'Minecraft: The Movie'. Afternoon programming includes 'Dragons' and Johnny Depp's 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' on TF1.

Prime-time on M6 features the acclaimed Pixar film 'Ratatouille' at 9:10 PM. This Oscar-winning animated masterpiece tells the story of Rémy, a rat dreaming of becoming a Parisian chef, with notable French voice talents including Guillaume Lebon and Jean-Pierre Marielle. The film, celebrated for its humor and tribute to French cuisine, is a fitting highlight for the holiday.

Television schedules also include the New Year's concert from Vienna conducted by Yannick Nézet-Séguin on France 2 at 11:15 AM, accompanied by engaging series like 'NCIS', 'Grey’s Anatomy', and 'Une nounou d’enfer' on various channels. Evening entertainment on TF1 features superhero films 'Aquaman' at 9:10 PM and 'Captain Marvel' later in the night, while Canal+ airs the action-packed 'Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning'.

Additional options comprise variety shows such as the finale of 'Prodiges' on France 2, circus programming on France 4 and Gulli, and documentary features including 'Les aventures de l’Égypte antique' and 'The Most Dangerous Volcanoes in the World'. This diverse lineup ensures that viewers can welcome the new year with both excitement and family-friendly enjoyment.