As of Friday, October 2, 2026, press critics have given Our Salute the highest score at 4.5 out of 5. Critics praised the film as "intelligent, necessary, fascinating, and probably cathartic" and called it "one of the year's cinematic peaks." The World Upside Down came in second with a score of 3.4/5, described as "an exceptional documentary" and "an essential cinematic gesture." Rounding out the top three was Kraken with a score of 3.3/5. While some critics called it "absurd, overacted, exaggerated to the point of seeming parodic," others praised it as "a successful horror film around an unmerciful killer." Audience ratings, measured by the AlloCiné barometer, showed a different order. Digger, directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu, was the top choice among viewers with a score of 3.8/5. Audiences called it "one of the best films of the year" and described it as "unique, unpredictable, and difficult to forget." Our Salute ranked second with a score of 3.7/5, with viewers calling it "one of the strongest of the year" and "a demanding work, sometimes difficult, but which addresses an interesting subject with real uniqueness." Kraken came in third with a score of 3.1/5, with audience members calling it "absolutely crazy" and "a good genre film, which I appreciated beyond the curiosity sparked by its cast." The rankings include films that were released in theaters on September 30, 2026. To be included, a film must have at least 10 reviews from critics and 50 from audiences. The list does not include films that have already been released one or more times previously. These rankings reflect both critical and audience perspectives, showing that while Our Salute was highly praised by critics, Digger resonated more with general viewers. The differences in rankings highlight the varied tastes and expectations of critics and audiences.