Simply Irresistible
1999, English. Directed by Mark Tarlov.
Magic opened up their hearts... Love did the rest.
After her mother's death, mediocre chef Amanda Shelton is having trouble attracting customers to her family's restaurant. While shopping for ingredients, she is given a magical crab by mysterious Gene O'Reilly. Afterward, Amanda's dishes suddenly become excellent, inducing strong emotional reactions in everyone who eats them. Tom Bartlett, who is preparing to open his own eatery, tries her cooking and falls in love.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Cast & crew
- Mark TarlovDirector
- Sarah Michelle GellarAmanda Shelton
- Sean Patrick FlaneryTom Bartlett
- Dylan BakerJonathan Bendel
- Patricia ClarksonLois McNally
- Lawrence Gilliard Jr.Nolan Traynor
- Christopher DurangGene O'Reilly
- Betty BuckleyAunt Stella
- Olek KrupaValderon
- Amanda PeetChris
- Alex DraperFrancois
- Drew NieporentGil Shapiro
- Anthony RuivivarRamos
Details
- Released
- 5 February 1999
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Judith Roberts
- Budget
- $6M
- Box office
- $4.4M
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Simply Irresistible: quick answers
Is Simply Irresistible worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.5/10 from 271 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Simply Irresistible?
Simply Irresistible runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Does Simply Irresistible have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Simply Irresistible. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Simply Irresistible parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Simply Irresistible is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Simply Irresistible on?
Simply Irresistible isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Simply Irresistible?
If you liked Simply Irresistible, try Little Italy, Crossing Delancey, The Wrong Paris.
Who directed Simply Irresistible?
Simply Irresistible (1999) was directed by Mark Tarlov and stars Sarah Michelle Gellar, Sean Patrick Flanery, Dylan Baker.