X

Join or Sign In

Sign in to customize your TV listings

Continue with Facebook Continue with email

By joining TV Guide, you agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy.

The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover

The wife of an oafish restaurant owner becomes bored with her husband and considers an affair with a regular patron.

Loading. Please wait...

Content not available in your region? ExpressVPN can help you stay connected wherever you are. Get 4 extra months FREE with TV Guide's exclusive offer.

Cast & Crew See All

Richard Bohringer
Richard Borst
Michael Gambon
Albert
Helen Mirren
Georgina

Featured Video

The Cook, The Thief, His Wife And Her Lover
The Cook, The Thief, His Wife And Her Lover
0:17

0:17 The Cook, The Thief, His Wife And Her Lover

Awards

  • 1991 - CFCA Award - Best Foreign Film - winner
  • 1990 - European Film Award - European Production Designer of the Year - nominated
  • 1989 - Best Film - - nominated
  • 1991 - Independent Spirit Award - Best Foreign Film - nominated

You May Also Like See All

Three Colors: Red
Fanny and Alexander
The Godfather
The Conformist