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The French Chef

★ 8.9 455 votes 1962–2022 10 seasons · 202 episodes Ended PBS
Written by
Julia Child
Written by
Julia Child
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About

One of the first cooking shows on American television, created and hosted by Julia Child on public television to introduce the French way of cooking. It emphasized fresh ingredients, many of which were unfamiliar to Americans. Based on the books she co-authored, entitled Mastering the Art of French Cooking.

All Seasons

Season 11963
8.7110269h 19m
Season 21963
0177h 21m
Season 31964
0201h 28m
Season 41965
0202h 57m
Season 51965
0211h 29m
Season 61966
02059m
Season 71970
02358m
In October 1970 the new French Chef 200 series was shot in color and taped on the set at WGBH. Included in the programs were footage of Julia’s summer trip to France.
Season 81971
0202h 54m
Season 91971
0222h 54m
The 1971-1972 season was a tour of the French Classics: 26 half hour programs designed as a refresher course for experienced cooks and as a jet-assist takeoff for beginners.
Season 101972
0131h 27m
After a funding scare, Polaroid funded a full 1972-1973 season. The theme was: The French Chef Faces Life. Julia shows viewers how to cope with situations that reflect the demands of society, family and lifestyle such as Sudden Company or a three course sit down dinner and getting kids involved in cooking.

Full Cast & Crew

Cast

Julia Child Self - Host, Self

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