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The Cook

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1918 | 20 min | Comedy, Action

Weeknight Watchearly rating

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

With almost no lasting buzz, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who wants a laugh and action fans.
The mood
Light and funny.
The pace
Fast-moving, at 20 min.
What might put you off
Made in 1918: an older pace and style.

In an attempt at greater efficiency, the chef and waiter of a fancy oceanside restaurant wreak havoc in the establishment. Adding to the complications is the arrival of a robber.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsNot counted

    Not enough reviews on record yet

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerSolid

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 4K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Roscoe Arbuckle

  • Roscoe ArbuckleThe Chef
  • Buster KeatonThe Waiter (uncredited)
  • Al St. JohnHoldup Man (uncredited)
  • Alice LakeWaitress / Cashier (uncredited)
  • Glen Cavender(uncredited)
  • Bobby Dunn(uncredited)
  • John Rand(uncredited)
  • Luke the Dog