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Jim Queen: French animated film with gay characters arrives this summer

Jim Queen is a French animated film featuring gay characters. It releases in cinemas on 17 June during Pride Month.

RainbowNews EditorialApril 28, 2026 — Frankrijk3 min read
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A new French animated film is about to make headlines. It's called Jim Queen. This is Bobbypills studio's first feature film.

The film releases in cinemas on 17 June. This date matters greatly to the LGBTQ+ community. June is Pride Month worldwide.

The story is quite original and bold. A new virus exists in this film. This virus makes people heterosexual instead. It's a daring narrative concept. It flips the logic of our real world.

This artistic choice is genuinely interesting. It creates a world where being gay is normal. Queer people become heterosexual because of the virus. This causes a crisis in their lives.

Bobbypills studio is a French animation house. They're known for their unique visual style. This film marks their first major production. It's a significant milestone for French animation.

Jim Queen represents something quite rare. Animated films with gay characters remain uncommon. This film places queer culture at the story's centre. It's not merely a minor plot detail.

The June release date is no coincidence whatsoever. Pride festivals occur worldwide throughout June. The film benefits from this powerful symbolic moment.

Magazine Tetu published the first images recently. These show a colourful and expressive universe. The graphic style is modern and dynamic.

This film is good news for LGBTQ+ representation. French cinema increasingly welcomes these stories. Jim Queen could mark an important new step. Mainstream animated films with queer heroes remain rare.

Families and younger audiences will enjoy this film. LGBTQ+ visibility matters for young people especially. A positive, creative story helps the entire community.

See you on 17 June at your local cinema. Jim Queen promises to be France's queer summer film.

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