TV series
The French Chef
1963–1972, English, on PBS & National Educational Television. Created by Julia Child.
One of the first cooking shows on American television, created and hosted by Julia Child on public television to introduce the French way of cooking. It emphasized fresh ingredients, many of which were unfamiliar to Americans. Based on the books she co-authored, entitled Mastering the Art of French Cooking.
- Seasons
- 10
- Episodes
- 205
- Episode length
- 30 min
- Status
- Ended in 1972
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Latest episode
S10 E13: Puff Pastry to Go
Aired 24 December 1972
Seasons 10
Details
- First aired
- 2 February 1963
- Last aired
- 24 December 1972
- Network
- PBS, National Educational Television
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Reality
- Rated
- TV-G
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The French Chef: quick answers
Is The French Chef worth watching?
The French Chef doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How many seasons of The French Chef are there?
The French Chef has 10 seasons and 205 episodes, about 30 minutes each.
Is The French Chef finished?
Yes. The French Chef ended in 1972, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The French Chef on?
The French Chef isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
The French Chef parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The French Chef is rated TV-G. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
What shows are like The French Chef?
If you liked The French Chef, try Chopped, Iron Chef America, Selena + Chef.
Who created The French Chef?
The French Chef was created by Julia Child and stars Julia Child, Madame Pasquet.