Every year, it's a highly anticipated event for movie lovers. The Spring Cinema returns from March 22 to 24, 2026 with a simple promise: all screenings for just €5, no matter the film, time, or theater. For three days, the darkened rooms play along and offer this unique price to allow as many people as possible to enjoy the latest releases.
In Paris, this obviously includes the vast majority of cinemas, from multiplexes to independent theaters. Whether you're the type to plan your screening several days in advance or decide at the last minute, this is the perfect opportunity to be tempted by a movie on a whim… or even two in the same day!
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A popular event throughout France
Launched over twenty-five years ago, the Printemps du Cinéma has established itself as one of the major events dedicated to the seventh art in France. Organized by the National Federation of French Cinemas, this event brings together thousands of cinemas each year and attracts millions of spectators. Last year, the 24th edition confirmed the audience's enthusiasm, gathering 2.2 million spectators, which represents a 29% increase compared to 2024.
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In total, nearly 6000 screens are taking part in the event, including major chains like Pathé, UGC, and CGR. In other words, whether you're in Paris, the suburbs, or spending the weekend elsewhere in France, there will definitely be a participating cinema nearby where you can enjoy these super affordable screenings.
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Movies for Every Taste on Screen
As always, the lineup promises to be very diverse. Comedy lovers, for instance, can check out Alter Ego, featuring Laurent Lafitte, who has just been crowned with his César, taking on a double role. In this film, he plays both a somewhat bloated man lacking confidence… and his neighbor, literally « the same, but better ». A meeting that will inevitably shake up his daily life and trigger a series of situations that are as embarrassing as they are hilarious.
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Fans of science fiction can look forward to Last Chance Project, a spectacular space film starring Ryan Gosling. The story follows a desperate mission launched into space to save humanity, filled with exploration, suspense, and major scientific dilemmas.
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Finally, movie lovers in search of emotions will be able to dive into dramas like The Rays and the Shadows, featuring the talented Jean Dujardin, which promises a tender and intense story about the consequences of Nazi collaboration in the 1940s.
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In short, whether it's a night out with friends, an impromptu movie date, or a family movie session, these three days are set to be perfect for diving back into the joy of the big screen.