Last Updated on 7 May 2025 by frenchflicks
Looking to watch more French movies in the U.S. this month? Whether you’re a lifelong fan of French cinema or just want something stylish, smart, and subtitled to stream tonight, we’ve curated a list of the best French films available in the U.S. in May 2025.
This mix of new releases and evergreen gems includes everything from romantic dramas to twisty thrillers — all currently available on platforms like Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, and TV5MONDE Cinema On Demand. These aren’t just great French films — they’re among the best international movies you can stream this month.
Let’s dive in.
1. The Innocent (Prime Video+The Criterion Channel)
When a man’s mother marries a former convict, he suspects foul play — and ropes in a friend to tail him. This clever dramedy from Louis Garrel blends comedy, crime, and family chaos with charm and pace. César-nominated and widely beloved in France.
Why it’s worth watching: Feels like Wes Anderson meets Catch Me If You Can.
Watch now on Prime Video.
2. Diary of a Chambermaid (Free on Tubi via FrenchFlicks)
Léa Seydoux plays a reserved but sharp-witted maid in this atmospheric period drama set in early 20th-century France. Beneath its elegant visuals lie biting commentary on class, control, and sexual politics. Directed by Benoît Jacquot, it’s a slow-burn character study wrapped in opulent cinematography.
Why it’s worth watching: A must for fans of Portrait of a Lady on Fire or Dangerous Liaisons.
Now streaming on Tubi via FrenchFlicks.
3. The Stronghold (BAC Nord) (Netflix)
Based on real events, this explosive thriller follows an elite police unit battling drug networks in the roughest parts of Marseille. When their tactics go too far, the line between justice and corruption blurs.
Why it’s worth watching: Heat meets Training Day, French-style.
Now streaming on Netflix.
4. A Faithful Man (Amazon Prime Video)
Louis Garrel’s stylish rom-com centers on a Parisian man pulled between his ex and her younger sister. It’s breezy, cerebral, and packed with French romantic chaos. Laetitia Casta and Lily-Rose Depp round out the cast.
Why it’s worth watching: For fans of Before Sunset and messy love triangles.
Watch now on Prime Video.
5. Someone, Somewhere (Amazon Prime Video and France Channel)
Two lonely Parisians — neighbors, but strangers — navigate urban isolation in this subtle, heartfelt drama. A quiet story of missed connections, friendship, and mental health in the modern city.
Why it’s worth watching: Perfect for fans of Amélie or Her.
Stream now on Amazon Prime Video.
6. March of the Penguins 2: The Next Step (Hulu)
This powerful sequel to the Oscar-winning documentary returns to the icy expanse of Antarctica, following a young emperor penguin’s journey of survival, instinct, and legacy. Narrated by Morgan Freeman once again, it blends jaw-dropping imagery with emotional storytelling.
Why it’s worth watching: Visually stunning and deeply moving — perfect family viewing with a French documentary soul.
Now streaming on Hulu.
7. Une chance sur deux (TV5MONDEplus)
Jean-Paul Belmondo and Alain Delon team up in this playful action-comedy from 1998, where a young woman (Vanessa Paradis) discovers one of them may be her father — and both have ties to a dangerous past. Think vintage cars, shootouts, and French star power galore.
Why it’s worth watching: A rare, late-career gem that reunites two titans of French cinema in a slick, fun thriller.
Watch now on TV5MONDEplus.
8. Summer of 85 (Prime Video and Dekkoo)
A nostalgic love story set on the Normandy coast, Summer of 85 is a sun-drenched tale of first love and heartbreak between two teenage boys. Directed by François Ozon, it’s melancholic and dreamy.
Why it’s worth watching: A haunting, queer coming-of-age story with vintage flair.
Now on Prime Video.
9. Delicious (Amazon Prime Video and Peacock Premium)
Set just before the French Revolution, Delicious follows a disgraced chef who helps a noblewoman open France’s first restaurant. It’s a visual feast and a celebration of food, resistance, and rebirth.
Why it’s worth watching: Ratatouille, but make it real, rustic, and French.
Watch now on Prime Video.
10. The World Is Yours (Netflix)
A fast-paced, colorful gangster comedy starring Karim Leklou and Vincent Cassel. A small-time crook dreams of going straight, but his mother’s antics drag him back into chaos. Stylish and unpredictable.
Why it’s worth watching: French Tarantino meets Snatch.
Now on Netflix.
🎬 Bonus Picks for May
Looking for more French movies to stream? Don’t miss these bonus recommendations:
- Black Box (Amazon Prime Video and France Channel) – Pierre Niney shines in this taut techno-thriller as a flight analyst investigating a mysterious crash.
- I Lost My Body (Netflix) – A beautiful animated film that’s both surreal and surprisingly emotional.
- My Donkey, My Lover & I (Amazon Prime Video) – A quirky, feel-good comedy about hiking, heartbreak, and donkeys in the Cévennes.
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