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Eating Raoul

1982·Movie
1h 27min·R
72
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8Metacritic696.5Rotten Tomatoes85%71%
IMDb6.8Metacritic696.5Rotten Tomatoes85%71%

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Good for date night · friends night · party vibe

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About

A tasty comedy of bad manners.

A prudish married couple feel put upon by the swingers living in their apartment building. One night, by accident, they discover a way to both rid themselves of the “perverts” down the hall and simultaneously realize their dream of opening a restaurant.
Black ComedySatiricalDark HumorLow BudgetCult ClassicCrimeIndependent FilmCynicalEccentric Characters

Crew

Directed by:
Paul Bartel, Ira Halberstadt, Gary LaPoten
Written by:
Paul Bartel, Richard Blackburn
Produced by:
Richard Blackburn, Anne Kimmel
Composed by:
Arlon Ober, Christopher T. Welch, Val Kuklowsky

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Eating Raoul

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Eating Raoul legally?

HBO MaxCriterionPlexTubi TV

Eating Raoul is included with a subscription to HBO Max in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Plex and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Eating Raoul worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 85%, and Metacritic 69). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Eating Raoul rated?

RViolenceSexual contentStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, sexual content, and strong language.

How long is Eating Raoul?

1 h 27 min

Eating Raoul runs 1 h 27 min.

Will Eating Raoul make me laugh?

Funny

Yes. The humor is mostly slapstick and satire.

Is Eating Raoul plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven. It leans on dialogue centrality and character depth more than on its plot.

Can I half-watch Eating Raoul?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes. It's easy to follow.

Is Eating Raoul good for date night?

and 1 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightParty Vibe

Probably. Our viewing guide lists it for date night. There's little romance in it.

Will Eating Raoul scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

No.

Will I feel good after watching Eating Raoul?

BleakHopeful

Mixed feelings. It balances dark and hopeful moments.

Do critics and audiences agree on Eating Raoul?

Critics77
Audiences68

Not quite. Critics rate Eating Raoul higher (77) than audiences (68). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Eating Raoul in?

EnglishSpanish

It was made in English, with some Spanish. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Eating Raoul?

7AUCAESGBIENZUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Eating Raoul in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Eating Raoul use?

Familiar Soundtrack, Foreign LyricsA Simple PlanOutside RideArson, Murder, and JaywalkingCamp StraightMurder the HypotenuseBlack ComedyBlack ComedyFrying Pan of DoomHypocritical HumorPsychopathic ManchildHorrible Hollywoodand 30 more

TV Tropes lists 42 storytelling tropes for Eating Raoul, including Familiar Soundtrack, Foreign Lyrics, A Simple Plan, Outside Ride.