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The Children of the Resistance

2026Movie1 h 39 min

Drama
59
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb5.6Letterboxd2.8/5

A tense, moving adventure movie about history and growing up.

Good for family movie night · friends night · party vibe

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Not streaming in United States. Where it is:

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Not for laughs or scares.

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Story

Audacity and friendship are their only weapons to fight against injustice.

During the German occupation of World War II, François, Eusèbe, and Lisa, three courageous children, embark on a secret adventure: resisting the Nazis in the heart of France. Through sabotage, hidden messages, and perilous escapes, they carry out clandestine actions right under the enemy's nose. Daring and friendship are their only weapons in the fight against injustice.

Feels like

  • Historical Drama
  • WWII Resistance
  • Children's Perspective
  • Courage & Resilience
  • Coming-of-Age Story
  • Family-Friendly Adventure
  • French History
  • Underdog Story
  • Human Spirit

Cast

11 of 11

Crew

Directed by
Christophe Barratier
Written by
Christophe Barratier, Stéphane Keller
Produced by
Marc Fiszman, Christophe Cervoni
Music by
Vincent Milner

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

February 11, 2026 · 1 h 39 min · Violence, Disturbing Imagery

Released
February 11, 2026
Runtime
1 h 39 min
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Adventure, Drama, History, Family
Original language
French
Made in
France, Belgium
Available in
4 countries
Keywords
based on comic

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream The Children of the Resistance?"

Questions about The Children of the Resistance

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Children of the Resistance?

It streams in 2 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is The Children of the Resistance worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59 (IMDb 5.6 and Letterboxd 2.8 out of 5).

Is The Children of the Resistance okay for kids?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Yes: its content advisories are violence and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Is The Children of the Resistance plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is The Children of the Resistance in English?

French

No, it was made in French.