Soul Kitchen (2009)
German · Drama / Comedy · 99 min · 12
★ 6.9 Solid 621 ratings
Released 9 Sept 2009
Page updated 6 Oct 2026
FilmyChill score
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Audience★ 6.9 from 621 ratings on TMDB
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Soul Kitchen is streaming in Germany on MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel, Mosaik Amazon Channel.
What the audience says
Soul Kitchen earns its keep as a steady German film that knows its audience. It carries a 6.9/10 on TMDB across 621 ratings — squarely mid-table.
Should you spend 99 minutes on it?
99 minutes of German drama with comedy threaded through, not one for younger kids. Under the two-hour mark — an easy weeknight watch.
- Why
- 6.9/10 from 621 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you want plot momentum over character work
- Best for
- A weeknight
Story
In Hamburg, German-Greek chef Zinos unknowingly disturbs the peace in his locals-only restaurant by hiring a more talented chef.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 39m — short |
| Watch with family? | 12 · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Drama / Comedy |
| Language | German |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Fatih Akin
Cast
Adam Bousdoukos
Zinos Kazantsakis
Ilias Kazantsakis
Pheline Roggan
Nadine Kruger
Anna Bederke
Lucia Faust
Birol Ünel
Shayn Weiss
Dorka Gryllus
Anna Mondstein
Where to watch in Germany
MUBIMUBI Amazon ChannelMosaik Amazon Channel
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Rent or buy
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Availability as of 6 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
More: All MUBI titles in Germany
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Frequently asked
Is Soul Kitchen worth watching?
FilmyChill Score: Worth a watch — Audiences like it. It rates 6.9/10 on audience ratings. 99 minutes of German drama with comedy threaded through, not one for younger kids. Under the two-hour mark — an easy weeknight watch.
Where can I watch Soul Kitchen?
You can stream Soul Kitchen in Germany on MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel, Mosaik Amazon Channel.
When is Soul Kitchen coming to streaming?
Soul Kitchen is already streaming in Germany on MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel, Mosaik Amazon Channel.
Is Soul Kitchen family friendly?
Soul Kitchen is rated 12. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is Soul Kitchen in?
Soul Kitchen is a German film (Drama / Comedy).
