David Mirailles’ “Les Groos”: New Animated Series Launches on Arte and Will Be Presented at Annecy

Paris – 22.06.2026: David Mirailles, creator of the popular TikTok series “Les Groos,” is now bringing his characters to an extended animated series on Arte and YouTube. Starting May 26, 2026, twelve new episodes of four minutes each will be available, showcasing the friendship and cohabitation of the two best friends Seb and Adam in Toulouse. Both are now in their forties but continue to experience the ups and downs of growing up together. The series has already delighted over 500,000 subscribers on TikTok.

Mirailles produced the series himself, employing a minimalist black-and-white style that emphasizes the character dynamics and the emotional depth of the friendship. This stylistic choice aims to authentically convey the essence of their relationship and everyday challenges while giving the series a distinctive visual identity.

In addition to the digital release, “Les Groos” will be presented at the Festival international du film d’animation d’Annecy, which takes place from June 21 to 27, 2026. The festival is regarded as one of the most important events in the animation industry and showcases creative works from around the world. The invitation to “Les Groos” confirms the series’ significance in the international animation scene.

The extended series format allows Mirailles to portray the characters and their development in greater detail than in the short TikTok clips. This enables more complex themes and deeper emotional moments to be shown, immersing viewers more thoroughly into the world of Seb and Adam. The series remains true to its original theme: a humorous and empathetic portrayal of two friends who support each other.

Broadcasting on Arte and YouTube enables a broad audience to discover the series. Various language versions are also planned to increase international reach. The combination of festival presence and online availability demonstrates the modern marketing approach and success of “Les Groos.”

For Mirailles, the series marks an important career milestone. Recognition by the Annecy Festival opens opportunities for exchange with international professionals and solidifies his position as an innovative artist in the animation world. “Les Groos” impressively shows how digital formats can develop into established series while maintaining artistic quality.

With “Les Groos,” Mirailles has not only created a lovable story about friendship but also mastered a successful transition from social media to high-quality television animation. The series remains both humorous and profound, serving as an example of the creative diversity in today’s animation landscape.