The 10 Best French Movies on Netflix

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By Timileyin Olanrewaju

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Craving to know the best French movies available on Netflix? You are in the right place.

As at the time of writing this Itechguide all the movies featured here were on Netflix. We cannot guarantee that the movies on this list will continue to be on Netflix.

Blind Date (Un Peu, Beaucoup, Aveuglément)

Best French Movies on Netflix: Blind Date

Starting at no 10 in my pick of best French movies on Netflix is “Blind Date”.

This French movie is about two people – a young lady and a man. The lady is an outstanding pianist that loves sound and music. On the other hand, the man is a workaholic and prefers silence above all.

However, these two are only a step away from each other. Afterwards, the story became more interesting when both of them went on a date.

“Blind Date” is a very captivating movie. It is a lovely one you need to watch on Netflix.

The Student and Mr. Henri (L’étudiante et Monsieur Henri)

Best French Movies on Netflix: The Student and Mr. Henri

Ranking at no 9 in my pick of best French movies on Netflix is “The Student and Mr. Henri”.

The story-line is about an elderly man and a young female student. This man allowed the young student to rent a house in his apartment for free but on one condition.

The condition given to this female student is to make sure she ruin the man’s son’s marriage.

“The Student and Mr. Henri” is a fine production. It features drama and comedy. If you want a a good French movie, add this movie to your watch-list.

The African doctor ( Bienvenüe à Marly Gomont)

“The African doctor” takes no 8 spot in my pick of best French movies on Netflix.

The story in this movie centers around an African doctor and his family. After graduating as a doctor, he moves his family to a small rural area in France.

However, they struggle to fit in with the people. After a while, the doctor became one of the highly esteemed doctors in the area.

“The African doctor” is a great film. If you want good entertainment, you need see this one on Netflix.

Marguerite

“Marguerite” is no 7 in my pick of best French movies on Netflix.

This movie is set in the 1920s. It tells the story of a rich woman who loves to sing for people around her. However, she is very bad at singing but her husband and friends usually give her positive comments.

Eventually, she decides to perform in front of an audience. There, she encounters a shocking evaluation.

“Marguerite” is an outstanding comedy and musical movie. It is a hilarious French movie that you need to watch on Netflix.

Bad Seeds (Mauvaises Herbes)

Best French Movies on Netflix: Bad Seeds

Ranking at no 6 in my pick of best French movies on Netflix is “Bad Seeds”.

The story-line is about a man who runs petty scams with his adoptive mother. After scamming the wrong person, he was forced to work in order to redeem himself.

The work given to him was to mentor a group of troublesome students. As a result of this, he went through a life changing moment and was able to make the students better.

“Bad Seeds” is a great film. If you want a fine French comedy movie on Netflix, this will be a great addition to your watch-list.

The Innocents (Les Innocentes)

Ranking at no 5 in my pick of best French movies on Netflix is “The Innocents”.

This movie tells the story of an event that occurred after the end of world war II. A French doctor working with the Red Cross was asked to help a group of nuns.

These nuns were victims of rape inflicted by the Russian soldiers. As a result, they became pregnant.

“The Innocents” is a touching story. It is certainly one of the best French movies on Netflix, you need to see.

April and the Extraordinary World (Avril et le Monde Extraordinaire)

“April and the Extraordinary World” comes at no 4 in my pick of best French movies on Netflix.

The movie tells a story of a strange time when top scientists suddenly disappear. A little girl decides to locate her parent also scientists.

Consequently, in her findings she uncovers a large conspiracy. Hence, giving a new twist to the story.

Despite being an animation movie, “April and the Extraordinary World” is a fine production. If you want an awesome French animation movie on Netflix, add this movie to your watch-list.

Divines

Best French movies on Netflix: Divines

Taking the third spot in my pick of best French movies on Netflix is “Divines”.

“Divines” tells a story of a clever teenage girl and her friend. Both having desires to get rich at all cost.

They tried everything to get rich but things didn’t go as planned. Consequently, they had a fall out.

This movie is a remarkable production. It is definitely a good one you need to see on Netflix.

My Life as a Zucchini (Ma Vie de Courgette)

“My Life as a Zucchini” ranks second in my pick of best French movies on Netflix.

This animation movie tells a story of a young boy who became an orphan after losing his mother.

Then, he was sent to live in an orphanage home. At this place, he learns important lessons about life.

“My Life as a Zucchini” is a brilliant animation movie with great visuals. If you want an awesome experience on Netflix, watch “My Life as a Zucchini”.

Faces Places

Best French movies on Netflix: Faces Places

Finally, at no 1 in my pick of best French movies on Netflix is “Faces Places”.

“Faces Places” is a documentary that follows a top French director as he travels across France. Along his journey he makes unexpected friendship. Furthermore, “Faces Places” shows beautiful scenes and awesome coverage of France.

This documentary movie is a top-notch production with notables awards. It is fantastic one that you definitely need to have on your watch-list.

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Timileyin Olanrewaju, Technical Writer at Itechguides.com, holds a B.Sc in Computer Science. Passionate about movies, video games, and gadgets, he specializes in writing gadget buying guides, app and software reviews, as well as critiques of movies and video games on the site.

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