French reality show paused
The popular French reality show Familles nombreuses : la vie en XXL has been removed from TF1's afternoon schedule, effective Monday, October 12, 2026. The show, which aired daily from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM Monday through Friday, is now off the air until further notice.Star Academy takes over time slot
The show has been replaced by daily updates from the 14th season of Star Academy, which began on Saturday, October 10, 2026. These updates air in the time slot that previously belonged to Familles nombreuses : la vie en XXL.Additional Star Academy airings
In addition to the daily updates, extra episodes of Star Academy will air on Saturdays at 5:10 PM and Sundays at 4:05 PM. This expands the show’s presence on TF1’s schedule beyond the original time slot.No return date announced
TF1 has not yet provided an official return date for Familles nombreuses : la vie en XXL. However, based on past programming patterns, the show is expected to return after the current Star Academy season concludes.Return likely in early 2027
The Star Academy season is expected to last several months at the château de Dammarie-les-Lys, which means Familles nombreuses : la vie en XXL is not anticipated to return until early 2027.
