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The Restaurant

2017·Show
32Episodes in4Seasons·TV-PG
79
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The Restaurant fingerprint

Big heart, strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension4
  • Fast Pace4
  • Spectacle4

Heart

Deeply romantic and nostalgic

Much of it is about family and growing up.

  • Romance9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Nostalgia8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy3
  • Cringe Humor2

World

History, family, and class and money

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters, direction, and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Direction8
  • Acting8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

Monday May 7, 1945 – the Second World War finally comes to an end and a new, brighter future beckons. In the midst of central Stockholm celebrations, two strangers come together with a quick kiss, parting company immediately after. Upper-class girl Nina and kitchen hand Calle don’t yet know that their brief encounter will come to have tumultuous consequences.
Sweeping Historical SagaPost-War EraEnduring RomanceIntricate Family DramaClass ConflictSocial TransformationAuthentic Period SettingCharacter-Rich Narrative

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream The Restaurant legally?

The Restaurant is included with a subscription to Philo and Spectrum On Demand in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Restaurant worth watching?

79
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 8.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Restaurant rated?

TV-PG

It's rated TV-PG in the United States.

How many seasons does The Restaurant have?

4 seasons

It has 4 seasons with 32 episodes of about 60 minutes each.

When did The Restaurant air?

It ran from 2017 to 2021 and has ended.

What language is The Restaurant in?

SwedishDanish

It was made in Swedish, with some Danish. Produced in Sweden.

In how many countries can I watch The Restaurant?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Restaurant in 16 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.