French TV Rings in 2026 with Star-Studded New Year's Eve Specials
French TV's New Year's Eve 2025 programming features music specials, comedy retrospectives, and classic films across major networks to celebrate 2026.
Key details
- M6 broadcasts 'M6 fête le 31' at 21:10 with performances by Patrick Hernandez, Amir, Kendji Girac, and others.
- France 2 presents 'La Grande Soirée du 31 de Paris' featuring Keen’V, Zaz, and musical hits from 'The Lion King' and 'Les Misérables'.
- TF1 airs 'Le grand bêtisier du 31', a comedy retrospective hosted by Anaïs Grangerac and Christophe Beaugrand.
- France 4 shows the animated film 'Le château dans le ciel' at 21:05.
- Daytime programming includes Christmas telefilms, western movies, comedy shows, and children's animations across several channels.
As France celebrates New Year's Eve 2025, major TV networks are offering a rich lineup of entertainment to ring in 2026. M6 leads with "M6 fête le 31," airing at 21:10 and hosted by Élodie Gossuin and Olivier Minne. The show features performances from notable artists such as Patrick Hernandez, Amir, Kendji Girac, and former "Star Academy" contestants, along with musical troupes like "Le Roi Soleil" and "Génération Céline," promising an evening full of hits, laughter, and confetti.
France 2 broadcasts "La Grande Soirée du 31 de Paris" at the same time, presented by Stéphane Bern and Laury Thilleman. This event highlights key figures from the French music scene, including Keen’V, Zaz, and features performances from iconic musicals like "The Lion King" and "Les Misérables," blending recorded sequences with live performances.
TF1 offers a comedic twist with "Le grand bêtisier du 31," hosted by Anaïs Grangerac and Christophe Beaugrand, showcasing the funniest television moments of the year, complemented by special guests and acts from the Moulin Rouge. Meanwhile, France 4 screens the 1986 animated classic "Le château dans le ciel" at 21:05, telling the adventurous story of two children seeking a floating city.
Throughout the day, channels like TF1, France 3, Canal+, and others present a variety of programs, from Christmas telefilms and westerns to comedy specials and children's animations, ensuring diverse options for all age groups. This extensive programming reflects a festive spirit and a commitment to delivering memorable entertainment as France welcomes 2026.
Source articles (3)
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programme-television.org Dec 31, 2025
Programme TV : M6 fête le 31, La Grande Soirée du 31 de Paris… que regarder à la télé ce soir
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ladepeche.fr Dec 31, 2025
Programmes TV : divertissements, dessins animés, films… ce qui vous attend ce mercredi 31 décembre
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leblogtvnews.com Dec 31, 2025
Qui sont les nombreux invités du divertissement M6 fête le 31, avec Olivier Minne et Élodie Gossuin
Source comparison
Hosts of France 2's event
Sources disagree on who is hosting France 2's New Year's Eve event.
leblogtvnews.com
"L'événement mettra en avant une variété d'artistes, avec des performances en direct après des séquences enregistrées. Ce spectacle est un moment clé du réveillon du Nouvel An à Paris, attirant une large audience sur la chaîne."
programme-television.org
"France 2 will also air 'La Grande Soirée du 31' at 21h10, showcasing key figures from the French music scene, including Keen’V, Zaz, and performances from iconic musicals like 'The Lion King' and 'Les Misérables'."
Why this matters: One source claims Stéphane Bern and Laury Thilleman are hosting the event on France 2, while another source states it is hosted by Élodie Gossuin and Olivier Minne. This discrepancy affects the understanding of who is leading the event on that channel.