Last Updated on 1 November 2025 by frenchflicks
From Brigitte Bardot’s legendary allure to Sophie Marceau’s timeless grace, TV5MONDE and TV5MONDE+ invite you this November to discover ten unforgettable performances by French actresses who have captivated audiences worldwide. Here’s your guide to the must-watch films of the month.
1. And God Created Woman (Et Dieu… créa la femme)
Now streaming on TV5MONDE+
The film that made Brigitte Bardot an international sensation, And God Created Woman (1956) remains one of the most defining portrayals of sensual freedom in French cinema. Directed by Roger Vadim, the story follows a young woman whose uninhibited spirit scandalizes the men around her. Bardot’s performance not only redefined the image of the French actress but also marked a turning point for women in film.
2. Le Vieux Fusil (The Old Gun)
Airs November 11 at 8:30pm ET/5:30pm PT on TV5MONDE and streaming on TV5MONDE+
In this powerful drama directed by Robert Enrico, Romy Schneider delivers a haunting performance alongside Philippe Noiret. Set during World War II, the film follows a doctor whose peaceful life is shattered by tragedy. Schneider, one of France’s most beloved actresses, adds emotional depth that earned the film international acclaim and cemented her legacy in French cinema history.
3. Amore Mio
Now streaming on TV5MONDE+
Starring Élodie Bouchez, this modern French drama captures grief, resilience, and rebirth. Bouchez plays a woman navigating love and loss in the wake of tragedy. Praised by critics and movie-goers alike, Amore Mio is one of the best French films in recent years.
4. Marquise
Now streaming on TV5MONDE+
In Marquise, Sophie Marceau shines as a 17th-century dancer whose wit and beauty propel her from the streets of France to the royal stage. Directed by Véra Belmont, this historical dramedy combines lavish costume design with Marceau’s effortless charm. A must-watch for fans of period movies.
5. Connasse, Princesse des Cœurs
Available beginning November 8 on TV5MONDE Cinema (English ST)
Camille Cottin—the brilliant actress behind Call My Agent! ( 10 pour cent)—stars as a hilariously self-absorbed Parisian woman who flees to England to find her perfect prince. Directed by Noémie Saglio and Éloïse Lang, this sharp, fast-paced comedy is proof that French actresses can master both biting satire and heartwarming humor.
6. Les gens d’à côté
Available beginning November 15 on TV5MONDE Cinema (English ST)
The legendary Isabelle Huppert, a multiple César Award and Golden Globe winner, teams up with director André Téchiné in this 2024 drama. Huppert plays a police officer whose isolated life unravels when a young family moves in next door. Her subtle yet piercing performance reminds audiences why she remains one of the greatest French actresses of all time.
7. Jour J (Wedding Unplanned)
Available beginning November 22 on TV5MONDE Cinema (English ST)
Actress and director Reem Kherici delivers a hilarious romantic comedy about love, lies, and wedding chaos. When a woman finds her boyfriend’s mistress’s business card and mistakes her for a wedding planner, chaos ensues. Jour J captures the playful energy of French romantic comedies reminiscent of Amélie and L’arnacœur.
8. Niki
Available beginning November 29 on TV5MONDE Cinema (English ST)
Charlotte Le Bon portrays French artist Niki de Saint Phalle in this striking 2024 biopic directed by Céline Sallette. Chronicling Niki’s early struggles as an actress and her journey toward becoming a revolutionary artist, Niki offers a moving exploration of female creativity in a male-dominated art world.
9. J’ai Faim
Available beginning November 29 on TV5MONDE Cinema (English ST)
Directed by Florence Quentin, this 2001 comedy stars Catherine Jacob as a florist who is determined to win back her unfaithful lover by reinventing herself. With biting humor and heart, J’ai Faim explores beauty standards, jealousy, and self-worth, making it a French comedy well worth watching.
10. Elle Boit Pas, Elle Fume Pas, Elle Drague Pas Mais Elle Cause
Available beginning November 1 on TV5MONDE Cinema (English ST)
Featuring the incomparable Annie Girardot, this Michel Audiard classic tells the story of a mischievous housemaid whose gossip wreaks havoc on her employers. Girardot’s sharp comic timing helped make her one of the most beloved actresses in France and a true emblem of the golden age of French cinema.
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