Netflix Locks In Release Schedule for Ambitious French Historical Drama Limited Series

Netflix is ​​continuing its hugely successful partnership with French broadcaster TF1 to bring another sweeping historical drama to international audiences. Following its highly anticipated domestic broadcast, Summer ’36 (French title L’ette 36) has officially begun its global rollout on Netflix, with the “limited series” set to debut on July 1 in most regions. Here are all the first looks and what you need to know.

If you’re a fan of sprawling European historical dramas, Netflix has been treating you well for the past few years. The streaming giant previously teamed up with TF1 and production company Quad Drama for distribution bonfire of destiny (Le Bazaar de la Charite) And women in war (Les Combatantes). That’s not to mention upcoming projects, including teaming up on a new treasure hunter series, Cherchers d’or.

Now, the spiritual successor to those hits has arrived. Attributed to the same prestige format and once again focusing on four female protagonists whose destinies collide, Summer ’36 is set to become your next French TV obsession.

This new series had its world premiere at the French competition Iconic Series Mania 2026 The festival then began broadcasting on TF1, and its Netflix rollout began yesterday, with most regions scheduled to launch in early July. Below are more details on the release schedule.

Here’s everything you need to know about Summer ’36 and its Netflix rollout.

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what is the plot of summer ’36?

The series takes us back to a major turning point in 20th century French history. The six-episode 52-minute thriller-drama blends cultural clash with a gripping murder mystery. here it is Official synopsis for the series: :

“Summer 1936, Nice. The holidaying bourgeoisie, accustomed to the French Riviera and its refined privileges, is horrified to see a wave of new tourists arriving, taking advantage of the country’s first paid holidays (Conges Pays).

In this bustling environment where two different worlds live side by side without trying to understand each other, four women from completely different backgrounds get caught up in a murder in an ultra-chic Riviera hotel. This is a crime that will completely disrupt their family, romantic and professional lives.”

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Who is in the cast of Summer ’36?

Fans of Netflix’s previous French historical acquisitions will be thrilled to see some familiar faces. Both Julie De Bona And Sofia Essaidiwho starred in Women at War, is returning to lead this new four-woman group.

The main quartet consists of famous French singers and actresses nolwen leroy And constance gay (face a face).

The extensive supporting cast included:

• meow meow (science of sleep)
• François-Xavier Demaison (bitch of paris)
• Pascal Elbe (Rose)
• Sam Karman (taste of others)
• simon erlacher (plus belle la vie)
• Asad Bouab (Call My Agent!, Peaky Blinders)
• Arnaud Binard (Emily in Paris)
• Clement Aubert
• Camille Jappy
• Constance Dooley
• antoni simoni
• Victoria Eber
• Patrick Ridremont

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Who is behind the series?

The series was created and written by mary deshires And catherine touzetBased on an original idea by iris butcher. Directed all six episodes fred garson (Bureau), with an original score composed by pascal lafa.

Produced by Quad Drama in co-production with TF1, Netflix, RTL Belgium and RTS, Summer ’36 is a true television blockbuster. According to Le Parisien, the series was perfect huge undertakingAuthentically recreating the glamorous, fast-changing world of the 1930s French Riviera required more than 1,500 costumes and 74 different sets.

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where and when summer ’36 Streaming on Netflix?

The wait for customers in many countries is already over! In form of 2 June 2026All six episodes of Season 1 have reached Netflix in select regions. According to initial rollout data, the series is currently available to stream:

• France
• belgium
• Switzerland
• South Africa

If you’re in one of these regions, you can watch the series right now. Original French audio is available (complete with audio description) with multiple subtitle options including English (and Arabic in select regions such as France).

Elsewhere, we’ve now received confirmation that Netflix has international rights to the series and has announced a release date of July 1, 2026, with all episodes dropping at once.

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Are you looking forward to checking into the Riviera Hotel for Summer ’36? Let us know in the comments below!