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Waiter (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film · ★ 6.3

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Released in 2006, Waiter is a comedy film directed by Alex van Warmerdam, running about 95 minutes.

What it’s about. Edgar works as a waiter in 'Het Westen', a restaurant. He is married and has a lover. His neighbors terrorize him with loud music and garbage. One day after he is mistreated by some customers he is sick of it all and goes to talk to his creator, the scenario writer.

Who’s in it. Waiter stars Alex van Warmerdam as Edgar, Ariane Schluter as Victoria, Jaap Spijkers as Walter and Mark Rietman as Herman, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Waiter has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $34.9K at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Waiter page.

If you liked it. Fans of Waiter tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Waiter (2006)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Waiter change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Waiter worth watching?
Waiter holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Waiter?
Waiter stars Alex van Warmerdam, Ariane Schluter, Jaap Spijkers, Mark Rietman and Thekla Reuten.
When was Waiter released?
Waiter was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.