Der Koch (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 2014, Der Koch is a drama and romance film directed by Ralf Huettner, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. Maravan, aged 24, is a Tamil asylum seeker in Switzerland, working as casual help in a highly rated, gourmet restaurant in Zurich. It is also well below his own standards, because he is a gifted and highly passionate cook. In Sri Lanka his grandmother initiated him in the culinary arts, not least in the secrets of aphrodisiacal cuisine. When Maravan loses his job his colleague Andrea persuades him into a deal of the special kind: a joint catering venture for love menus.
Who’s in it. Der Koch stars Hamza Jeetooa as Maravan, Jessica Schwarz as Andrea, Hanspeter Müller as Dalmann and Yrsa Daley-Ward as Makeda, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Der Koch has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Der Koch page.
If you liked it. Fans of Der Koch tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Der Koch (2014)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Der Koch change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Der Koch worth watching?
- Der Koch holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Der Koch?
- Der Koch stars Hamza Jeetooa, Jessica Schwarz, Hanspeter Müller, Yrsa Daley-Ward and Max Rüdlinger.
- When was Der Koch released?
- Der Koch was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.