The Children of the Resistance

Set in France during the German occupation of World War II, this film follows three children named François, Eusèbe, and Lisa. The trio engages in a secret struggle against the Nazis, using courage and their bond of friendship to fight injustice. Their efforts involve carrying out clandestine operations, including the delivery of hidden messages, acts of sabotage, and dangerous escapes.

The movie was directed by Christophe Barratier, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Stéphane Keller. It follows seven previous directorial efforts, including The Chorus and Comme par magie. The cast features Artus as Marcel, Gérard Jugnot as Père Proslier, and Pierre Deladonchamps as Le maire, with supporting roles played by Julien Arruti, Oscar Boissière, and Leslie Medina. A joint production between Belgium and France, the film was produced by companies including StudioCanal and TF1 Films Production. Since its release on February 11, 2026, the drama has earned a rating of 6.5/10 on TMDB based on 66 votes.