Last Updated on 13 September 2025 by frenchflicks
If you’re a fan of French cinema, you’ll love diving into the world of French TV. From gripping dramas and suspenseful thrillers to lighthearted comedies, the lineup on TV5MONDE and TV5MONDEplus is packed with series worth streaming right now.
Even better? All of these shows are available with English subtitles, making them perfect whether you’re brushing up on your French or simply looking for something new to binge.
Here are 10 French TV shows you can start streaming today.
1. L’œil du cyclone
At 39, Isabelle is a single mother juggling three children, a newly retired mother full of energy, a meddling sister determined to find her a new man, and an ex-husband who can’t manage anything on his own. This dramedy mixes humor with heartfelt family dynamics, led by Christine Beaulieu’s charming performance.
How to watch: Wednesdays at 11:30pm ET/8:30pm PT on TV5MONDE (Season 2 continuing September 3). Also streaming with English subtitles on TV5MONDEplus.
2. Neumatt
When Michi’s father dies suddenly, he returns from the city to his family’s struggling farm in Neumatt, Switzerland. Secrets surface, tensions rise, and Michi must decide whether to save the farm or escape for good. A gripping drama starring Julian Koechlin and Rachel Braunschweig, Neumatt is both an intimate family portrait and a look at generational change.
How to watch: Sundays at 11:30pm ET/8:30pm PT on TV5MONDE (Season 3 starting September 7). Also streaming with English subtitles on TV5MONDEplus.
3. Nismet
This powerful French mini-series follows Nismet, a schoolgirl forced to endure life with an abusive stepfather who pushes her mother into prostitution. After a violent confrontation, Nismet flees, entering a new world of shelters, school, and self-discovery. Directed by Philippe Faucon and winner of Best Series at La Rochelle Fiction Festival, Nismet is raw, emotional, and unforgettable.
How to watch: Tuesdays at 11:30pm ET/8:30pm PT on TV5MONDE (Season 1 starting September 9), with English subtitles available.
4. À la valdrague
After more than 20 years away, Rita Melanson returns to her small Acadian village only to inherit a sprawling estate. She turns it into a bed and breakfast, but her past—and her quirky neighbors—aren’t about to make things easy. This lighthearted comedy captures Acadian charm with Patricia Léger leading a delightful ensemble.
How to watch: Wednesdays at 11:30pm ET/8:30pm PT on TV5MONDE (Season 4 starting September 17). Also streaming with French subtitles on TV5MONDEplus.
5. Papa(s)
Éric Bouchard has the perfect life: a boyfriend he loves and a steady job. But when his mother falls gravely ill, he realizes how stagnant and lonely his life has become. Suddenly, Éric is consumed with the desire to have a child of his own. This moving web series, produced in Quebec, blends drama and tenderness in bite-sized 10-minute episodes.
How to watch: Now streaming on TV5MONDEplus.
6. Rouge forêt
What begins as a simple school bus breakdown spirals into a survival story as a group of teenagers is stranded deep in the woods. With no help in sight, they must organize themselves to survive—and uncover the eerie mysteries haunting the forest. An adventurous, suspenseful family series reminiscent of Lord of the Flies.
How to watch: Streaming with English subtitles beginning September 3 on TV5MONDEplus.
7. Nicolas Le Floch
Step into 18th-century Paris with this elegant period detective series. Nicolas Le Floch, a police commissioner, investigates crimes against a backdrop of political intrigue, aristocratic excess, and revolutionary tension. Mixing history with mystery, this series is perfect for fans of costume dramas with a suspenseful edge.
How to watch: Streaming now on TV5MONDEplus.
8. Cerebrum
This gripping psychological thriller takes viewers inside the human brain—literally. Neuropsychiatrist Henri Lacombe treats patients with complex mental illnesses while struggling with his own demons. Suspenseful, intelligent, and emotionally layered, Cerebrum has quickly become one of Quebec’s standout crime dramas.
How to watch: Streaming now on TV5MONDEplus.
9. Pour Sarah
Two inseparable best friends, Sarah and Cédric, see their lives shattered after a car accident that leaves Sarah in a coma. As family secrets and hidden truths emerge, everyone is forced to confront uncomfortable realities. A moving, suspenseful drama about friendship, trauma, and the fragile ties that hold people together.
How to watch: Streaming now on TV5MONDEplus.
10. Mégantic
This moving miniseries dramatizes the 2013 Lac-Mégantic rail disaster, focusing on residents’ trauma and resilience. Each of the eight episodes centers on one individual or family—like a volunteer firefighter or a local singer—bringing real grief and heroism to life. Directed by Alexis Durand-Brault and featuring Lauren Hartley and Joakim Robillard, it’s unflinchingly honest and powerful.
How to watch: Streaming now on TV5MONDEplus
Why Stream French TV on TV5MONDE?
These series span genres and regions—France, Quebec, Switzerland—and offer superb storytelling and production value. With English subtitles available, they’re excellent for language learners, fans of international dramas, and anyone craving fresh, emotional TV.
Ready to press play? Your next French series marathon is right here.
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