The Cook (1966): cast, story & where to watch

1966 · Film · ★ 4.5

The Cook poster

Released in 1966, The Cook is a comedy and romance film directed by Edmond Keosayan, running about 67 minutes.

What it’s about. Based on the play of the same name by Anatoly Sofronov. In one of the Kuban collective farms, a new beauty-cook has appeared. Many began to look after her, but the girl was not a timid dozen and quickly gave a turn to the unlucky boyfriends from the gate. However, true love found a way to her heart, and although human envy and stupidity have done many troubles, the lovers still managed to unravel this complex tangle of misunderstandings.

Who’s in it. The Cook stars Svetlana Svetlichnaya as Pavlina Khutornaya, Lyudmila Khityaeva as Galina Sakhno, Inna Churikova as Varvara and Konstantin Sorokin as grandfather Sliva, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Cook has proved divisive with audiences.

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

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Cook (1966)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Cook change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Cook worth watching?
The Cook holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Cook?
The Cook stars Svetlana Svetlichnaya, Lyudmila Khityaeva, Inna Churikova, Konstantin Sorokin and Georgiy Yumatov.
When was The Cook released?
The Cook was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.