Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets
In the 28th century, Valerian and Laureline are special operatives charged with keeping order throughout the human territories. On assignment from the Minister of Defense, the two undertake a mission to Alpha, an ever-expanding metropolis where species from across the universe have converged over centuries to share knowledge, intelligence, and cultures. At the center of Alpha is a mysterious dark force which threatens the peaceful existence of the City of a Thousand Planets, and Valerian and Laureline must race to identify the menace and safeguard not just Alpha, but the future of the universe.
Best French movies on Hulu in the US
The highest-rated French movies streaming on Hulu in the US, ranked by TMDB user score (at least 200 votes). 14 well-reviewed titles out of 29. Top picks right now: Arco, The Seed of the Sacred Fig, Sentimental Value, Fireheart and Rust and Bone. Use the filters to narrow it down by actor, language, year or rating, and tap any poster for the trailer and where to stream it.
Top 14: Best French movies on Hulu in the US
Updated · Ranked by average TMDB user rating, counting only films with at least 200 votes · Subscription titles only
- Arco (2025) · ★ 7.5/10 · Adventure, Animation, Family
Ten-year-old Arco lives in a far future. During his first flight in his rainbow suit, he loses control and falls into the past. Iris, a girl his age from 2075, comes to… - The Seed of the Sacred Fig (2024) · ★ 7.5/10 · Drama, Thriller, Crime
Investigating judge Iman grapples with paranoia amid political unrest in Tehran. When his gun vanishes, he suspects his wife and daughters, imposing draconian measures… - Sentimental Value (2025) · ★ 7.5/10 · Drama, Comedy
Sisters Nora and Agnes reunite with their estranged father, the charismatic Gustav, a once-renowned director who offers stage actress Nora a role in what he hopes will… - Fireheart (2022) · ★ 7.2/10 · Animation, Adventure, Family
The film explores the world of firefighters in 1920s New York City and tells the story of a 16-year-old girl who will have to become a hero in order to save her city. - Rust and Bone (2012) · ★ 7.2/10 · Drama, Romance
Put in charge of his young son, Ali leaves Belgium for Antibes to live with his sister and her husband as a family. Ali's bond with Stephanie, a killer whale trainer,… - It Was Just an Accident (2025) · ★ 7.2/10 · Drama, Thriller, Crime
An unassuming mechanic is reminded of his time in an Iranian prison when he encounters a man he suspects to be his sadistic jailhouse captor. - The Taste of Things (2023) · ★ 7.1/10 · Romance, Drama
Set in 1889 France, Dodin Bouffant is a chef living with his personal cook and lover Eugénie. They share a long history of gastronomy and love but Eugénie refuses to… - The Animal Kingdom (2023) · ★ 6.9/10 · Adventure, Drama, Science Fiction
In a world hit by a wave of mutations transforming humans into animals, François does everything he can to save his wife. As some of the creatures disappear into a… - Pil's Adventures (2021) · ★ 6.7/10 · Animation, Adventure, Fantasy
Pil, a little vagabond girl, lives on the streets of the medieval city of Roc-en-Brume, along with her three tame weasels. She survives of food stolen from the castle of… - Mayhem! (2023) · ★ 6.7/10 · Action, Crime, Thriller
Sam is a professional boxer about to get released from prison. While on parole, his past catches up with him and he has no choice but to flee. Five years later, he has… - Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets (2017) · ★ 6.7/10 · Adventure, Science Fiction, Action
In the 28th century, Valerian and Laureline are special operatives charged with keeping order throughout the human territories. On assignment from the Minister of… - The Wizard of the Kremlin (2026) · ★ 6.5/10 · Drama
In the chaos of post-Soviet Russia, rising KGB officer Vladimir Putin joins forces with master manipulator Vadim Baranov to reshape life behind the Iron Curtain, using… - The Commuter (2018) · ★ 6.4/10 · Action, Thriller, Mystery
A businessman, on his daily commute home, gets unwittingly caught up in a criminal conspiracy that threatens not only his life but the lives of those around him. - Something in the Water (2024) · ★ 5.6/10 · Thriller, Horror
After lesbian couple Meg and Kayla split following a traumatic homophobic incident, their three friends are intent on mending the rift during the wedding of Lizzie at a…
Frequently asked questions
What are the best French movies on Hulu in the US?
As of 9 October 2026, the highest-rated French movies on Hulu in the US are Arco (2025, rated 7.5/10), The Seed of the Sacred Fig (2024, rated 7.5/10), Sentimental Value (2025, rated 7.5/10), Fireheart (2022, rated 7.2/10) and Rust and Bone (2012, rated 7.2/10). The ranking uses TMDB user ratings and only counts films with at least 200 votes.
How many French movies are on Hulu in the US?
There are 29 French movies on Hulu in the US included with a Hulu subscription, as of 9 October 2026.
How is this list made and how often is it updated?
The list is rebuilt every day from The Movie Database (TMDB), with streaming availability supplied by JustWatch. Only titles included with a subscription are listed (no rentals or purchases). Films are ranked by average TMDB user rating, counting only films with at least 200 votes. Last updated 9 October 2026.
