The hit French comedy Comédie-Française is coming to selected UK and Irish cinemas on 9 October 2026. Set during one disastrous opening night, the film takes audiences behind the scenes of France’s most famous theatre company.
1. Everything Goes Wrong Before the Curtain Rises
Just three hours before Nina’s directorial debut of Macbeth, an actor becomes stranded, equipment breaks, tensions rise and theatrical egos begin to clash.
2. The Cast Must Save the Show
With cancellation forbidden at the Comédie-Française, Nina must somehow bring the company together and ensure that the performance opens as planned.
3. Real Company Members Appear in the Film
The cast includes genuine members of the Comédie-Française company, giving the backstage comedy an added sense of authenticity.
4. It Has Already Been a French Cinema Hit
The film attracted around 800,000 cinema admissions in France and won four awards at the Alpe d’Huez Comedy Film Festival.
5. It Features a Strong French Cast
Pauline Clément leads a cast that includes Laurent Stocker, Julien Frison, Marina Hands, Adeline D’Hermy and Danièle Lebrun.
UK and Irish release: Friday 9 October 2026
Running time: 75 minutes
Language: French
Certificate: To be confirmed
Cinema information: Comédie-Française at Tull Stories