Here is the list of the 20 most broadcast films on French television

For decades, French television has had its cinematic favorites, films that it constantly rebroadcasts for our greatest pleasure or exasperation. The National Cinema Center (CNC) regularly publishes lists of the most broadcast films, and some surprises always slip into the ranking. Here is an overview of the 20 films most often shown on our small screens.

1. Delphine 1, Yvan 0 (1996)

Directed by Dominique Farrugia, this film was broadcast 70 times, mainly at night.

2. Kirikou and the Wild Beasts (2005)

Michel Ocelot’s animated film was broadcast 69 times, mainly on Gulli.

3. The Twelve Labors of Asterix (1976)

This animated film traces the exploits of Asterix and Obelix in a series of Herculean tasks. It has been broadcast 60 times.

4. Asterix and Caesar’s Surprise (1985)

This animated feature film, where Asterix and Obelix must save their friends, has been broadcast 58 times.

5. Asterix and Cleopatra (1968)

This animated film by Albert Uderzo and René Goscinny has been screened 58 times.

6. A quarter to two hours B.C. (1982)

Jean Yanne signs this comedy which has been seen 57 times on television.

7. Asterix among the Bretons (1986)

Asterix and Obelix travel to Brittany to help their cousins. This film has been broadcast 56 times.

8. Always Scout (1985)

Directed by Gérard Jugnot, this film follows the misadventures of a group of scouts and has been broadcast 56 times.

9. Kirikou and the Witch (1998)

The first part of the Kirikou trilogy, also directed by Michel Ocelot, has been broadcast 56 times.

10. Asterix the Gaul (1967)

This first animated film based on the Asterix comic strip has been broadcast 55 times.

11. Tintin and Shark Lake (1972)

The adventures of Tintin continue with this film which has been broadcast 55 times

12. Tintin and the Temple of the Sun (1969)

Another Tintin adventure, broadcast 55 times.

13. Life is a long quiet river (1988)

This cult film by Étienne Chatiliez, which explores the differences between two families, has been broadcast 53 times.

14. Asterix and the Menhir (1989)

Asterix must save Panoramix, who has become amnesiac. This film has been broadcast 52 times.

15. Asterix and the Indians (1994)

In this adventure, Asterix and Obelix travel to America. This film has been broadcast 51 times.

16. The Under-Gifted (1980)

This comedy by Claude Zidi about the incredible adventures of students has been broadcast 51 times.

17. Move! (1997)

Directed by Jérôme Cornuau, this film on hip-hop culture has been broadcast 51 times.

18. The Big Blue (1988)

This iconic film by Luc Besson has captivated viewers 50 times.

19. Cop or Thug (1979)

This thriller with Jean-Paul Belmondo, directed by Georges Lautner, has been broadcast 50 times.

20. The Grand Restaurant (1966)

Another film with Louis de Funès, this time as a maître d’hôtel, which has been broadcast 50 times.

French films largely dominate this ranking, with timeless works that continue to enchant generation after generation. All we have to do now is sit back and enjoy these classics when they next air.

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