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Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine

8.520201h 31mMovieDocumentaryHistoryTV Movie

A succulent account of the life of French chef Auguste Escoffier (1846-1935) who made the simple act of cooking food a true art by creating the modern concept of haute cuisine, and who also became the main reference point for many generations of future chefs.

DirectorOlivier Julien
WriterOlivier Julien
ProducerÉlodie Polo Ackermann

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Not available in Australia
Streaming in 34 other countries

Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine isn't on any streaming service in Australia right now, but it's available in Algeria, Argentina, Belize, Bolivia and 30 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Olivier Julien

FT
Florence Trinca
Herself - Narrator (voice)
LO
Laetitia Ohnona
Herself - Interviewer
PGPierre Gribling
Pierre Gribling
Dramatization Actor
CJClément Jacqmin
Clément Jacqmin
Dramatization Actor
LM
Laurent Martinez
Dramatization Actor

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Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine?

Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine isn't on any streaming service in Australia yet, but it's available in Argentina, Bolivia and Brazil and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine on Netflix?

No, Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

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Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

Is Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine based on a true story?

Yes — Auguste Escoffier: The Birth of Haute Cuisine is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).