New on Canal+: This Month's Movies, TV Shows, and Sports on myCanal

Canal+ and myCanal's new releases for May 2026 feature a mix of four major films (Cédric Jimenez’s *Chien 51*, *T’as Pas Changé*, *Now You See Me 3*, and *Wicked: Part 2*), a major TV series event with *The Madison* (the modern Western by Taylor Sheridan, a spin-off of *Yellowstone*), and a major sports event: the Champions League final in Budapest on May 30, exclusively on Canal+ with a simultaneous free-to-air broadcast on M6. The original 2026 lineup includes *Baron Noir* Season 4, the biopic *Joséphine Baker*, and *F1: The Movie*, starring Brad Pitt and directed by Joseph Kosinski.

Key points to remember

• May 2026 on Canal+: 4 major films (Dog 51, You Haven't Changed, Now You See Me 3, Wicked Part 2) and The Madison on May 14.
• UEFA Champions League Final in Budapest on May 30, 2026: Exclusive on Canal+ + simultaneous free-to-air broadcast on M6.
• Canal+ holds 100% of the Champions League rights through 2027.
• Upcoming Originals for 2026: *Baron Noir* Season 4, a Joséphine Baker biopic, *Elsinor* (Andrew Scott, Olivia Colman), and the *F1* movie (Brad Pitt).

What movies are coming to Canal+ in May 2026?

"Chien 51," the dystopian thriller by Cédric Jimenez

"Chien 51" is this month's featured film on Canal+. Directed by Cédric Jimenez ("BAC Nord," "Novembre"), the film is set in 2045 in a dystopian Paris ruled by artificial intelligence. Gilles Lellouche and Adèle Exarchopoulos star in this police investigation that blends urban crime drama with French science fiction.

The film, adapted from Laurent Gaudé’s novel (winner of the Prix Renaudot), is coming to myCanal following its theatrical release. It’s the kind of Canal+ Originals production that the network supports as a showcase for its investment in French cinema. For a broader overview of available films, the page dedicated to the Canal+ film catalog remains a valuable resource.

You Haven't Changed, Now You See Me 3, and Wicked Part 2

On the French comedy front, *T'as Pas Changé* brings together Laurent Lafitte, François Damiens, and Vanessa Paradis for a 30-year high school reunion. The film follows the “old friends reunion” trend, which has been a big hit at the French box office.

*Now You See Me 3* brings back the magic and heist franchise directed by Ruben Fleischer, starring Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher, and Dave Franco. The third installment, released in the United States in late 2025, will air on Canal+ following its theatrical run.

"Wicked Part 2," the sequel to Jon M. Chu's film starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, concludes the adaptation of the Broadway musical. The first installment ("Wicked," released in late 2024) grossed over $750 million at the global box office, making "Wicked Part 2" one of the most highly anticipated commercial releases on the platform.

What Canal+ series should you watch in May 2026?

"The Madison," the Taylor Sheridan Western

May 14 marks the premiere of *The Madison*, the new modern Western from Taylor Sheridan. The creator of *Yellowstone*, *1883*, *1923*, and *Lioness* presents a standalone neo-Western series centered on the Madison family, starring Michelle Pfeiffer and Kurt Russell in present-day Montana. The cast includes Michelle Pfeiffer in the lead role.

Canal+ had secured the exclusive rights to Taylor Sheridan's universe in Europe, giving the channel a near-monopoly on fans of the genre. "Yellowstone" Season 5 (2024) had already been one of Canal+'s highest-rated shows of the past year.

Maximum Fun Guaranteed: Apple TV+ via Canal+

As for Apple TV+ integration, *Maximum Fun Guaranteed* (starring Tatiana Maslany and Jake Johnson) is available to Canal+ subscribers who have activated the Apple TV+ option. This is the benefit of the partnership established in 2024: Canal+ subscribers have access to the Apple TV+ catalog at no additional cost, as part of the “all-inclusive” feature of the overall Canal+ package.

Details on the flagship series available are compiled on the page dedicated to the Canal+ guide, which covers all the brands accessible via myCanal.

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The Champions League Final on May 30, 2026, on Canal+

May 30, 2026, is Canal+'s biggest sports event in May. The UEFA Champions League final will be played in Budapest at the Puskás Aréna, and Canal+ has the exclusive broadcast rights. The network holds 100% of the Champions League rights in France through 2027.

A unique feature of French law: the Champions League final is included on the list of “events of major importance” that must be broadcast free-to-air. This requires Canal+ to simulcast the match on a free-to-air channel. For the 2026 final, M6 will provide the free, general-audience broadcast alongside Canal+. Canal+ subscribers will have access to the HD broadcast with exclusive analysts, while M6 will offer the live broadcast and studio coverage for the general public.

For sports fans in general, this comparison of Canal+ and DAZN’s sports content highlights the channel’s strengths in the Champions League, Top 14, Premier League, and Formula 1.

Canal+ Originals Announced for 2026

Baron Noir Season 4: Kad Merad Returns

Season 4 of *Baron Noir* is one of Canal+’s major 2026 Originals events. Kad Merad reprises his role as Philippe Rickwaert for a new season that will intersect with the universe of the series *La Fièvre* (Canal+’s other political drama, created by Eric Benzekri). This marks a first-of-its-kind political crossover in French television.

Filming has been underway since the fall of 2025, with the series expected to air in the second half of 2026. The exact date will be announced in the coming weeks. This is exactly the kind of production that makes a Canal+ subscription worth it for the whole year.

The Josephine Baker and Elsinor Biopic

The biopic *Joséphine Baker*, produced by StudioCanal, will chronicle the life of the American-French artist who was inducted into the Panthéon in 2021. Casting is currently being finalized. *Elsinor*, a contemporary take on Shakespeare starring Andrew Scott and Olivia Colman, is the other major production in the works for 2026.

F1, the movie by Joseph Kosinski

"F1," directed by Joseph Kosinski (Top Gun: Maverick) and starring Brad Pitt as a Formula 1 driver, will air on Canal+ in 2026 following its theatrical release, which is set to begin sometime in 2026. The film promises to combine the realism of the paddock (Lewis Hamilton is a producer) with the spectacular action of *Maverick*. It is one of the year’s flagship Originals titles.

How does Canal+ compare to Netflix in May–June 2026?

Canal+ and Netflix operate on two very different models. Canal+ focuses on French cinema (Chien 51, T'as Pas Changé), premium sports (Champions League, Top 14, Formula 1), and high-end Originals (Baron Noir, Elsinor, F1: The Movie). Netflix focuses on the size of its catalog, international series (Squid Game, Bridgerton, Stranger Things), and live events.

For fans who want both, the solution is to switch between subscriptions depending on release dates. The Canal+ vs. Netflix comparison details their respective strengths and weaknesses. As for the competing monthly hub, the Netflix New Releases page lists all of Netflix’s new releases for the month.

Canal+ and the 2026 World Cup

The 2026 World Cup (June 11–July 19) will be broadcast primarily on M6 (54 free-to-air matches) and beIN Sports (all 104 matches). Canal+ does not broadcast the World Cup directly, but a Canal+ subscription provides access to a package of options that may include beIN Sports, depending on the plan selected.

Canal+ subscribers who wish to watch the entire tournament can add the beIN Sports option. Details on the options and pricing are available on the page dedicated tothe Canal+ subscription for the 2026 World Cup.

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Details on prices and subscription plans can be found on the page dedicated to Canal+ subscription prices. For specific instructions on sharing a subscription, the guide to sharing a Canal+ subscription explains the process for the comprehensive plan, and there is a separate guide for sharing Canal+ Séries if you’re only interested in the series package.

Frequently asked questions

What are the big movies coming to Canal+ in May 2026?

Four major films in May 2026 on Canal+: *Chien 51* (Cédric Jimenez, starring Gilles Lellouche and Adèle Exarchopoulos), T'as Pas Changé (Laurent Lafitte, François Damiens, Vanessa Paradis), Now You See Me 3 (starring Jesse Eisenberg and Woody Harrelson), and Wicked Part 2 (Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande).

When is the 2026 Champions League final?

The 2026 UEFA Champions League Final will be played on May 30, 2026, at the Puskás Aréna in Budapest. It will be broadcast exclusively on Canal+ with a simultaneous free-to-air broadcast on M6. Canal+ holds 100% of the Champions League rights in France through 2027.

What is *The Madison* on Canal+?

"The Madison" is the new modern Western from Taylor Sheridan, creator of "Yellowstone." Premiering May 14, 2026, on Canal+, it is a spin-off set in the "Yellowstone" universe that centers on the Madison family in present-day Montana, starring Michelle Pfeiffer in the lead role. Canal+ holds the exclusive rights to the Sheridan universe in Europe.

What Canal+ Originals are expected in 2026?

Four Originals are expected in 2026: *Baron Noir* Season 4 (featuring the return of Kad Merad and a crossover with *La Fièvre*), the *Joséphine Baker* biopic produced by StudioCanal, *Elsinor* (starring Andrew Scott and Olivia Colman), and *F1: The Movie* (directed by Joseph Kosinski and starring Brad Pitt). Specific release dates will be announced throughout the year.

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