For the week of September 16-22, 2026, the French box office saw a major shake-up at the top. The new 'Resident Evil' film debuted with a commanding 372,816 admissions, claiming the coveted number one position, according to figures reported by CBO Box-office. This strong opening marks a successful return for the iconic horror franchise, signaling robust audience interest.

The arrival of 'Resident Evil' ended the remarkable reign of 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day,' which had held the top spot for an incredible eight consecutive weeks. After two months at the summit, the web-slinger's latest adventure dropped to third place, adding 125,229 admissions to its already formidable cumulative total of 8,330,305 tickets sold.

Taking the second spot, and further pushing 'Spider-Man' down the ranks, was the French comedy 'Tombé du ciel.' The film continued to draw crowds, securing 133,429 admissions this week, pushing its cumulative total past the 2 million mark – a significant achievement for the local production.

Christopher Nolan's 'L'Odyssée' maintained its impressive run, landing at fourth place with 123,256 admissions. The critically acclaimed sci-fi epic is now nearing the 8 million cumulative admissions milestone, showcasing its enduring appeal. Close behind, 'La vie d'une femme' held strong in its second week, attracting 100,520 viewers to secure the fifth position.

Among other new releases making their debut in the top 10, Géraldine Nakache's 'Si tu penses bien' led the pack, entering at sixth place with 97,312 admissions. Olivia Wilde's 'L'Invitation' followed closely at seventh with 90,706 admissions, and Léa Mysius' 'Histoires de la nuit' rounded out the top eight with 76,735 admissions. The historical dramas 'Les Contrebandiers' and 'Pressure' completed the top 10, signifying a diverse range of cinematic offerings for French audiences this week.