Delicatessen (1991)
Kernel Score: 81% · 1,591 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Comedy, Science Fiction, Fantasy
Released: 1991-04-17
Runtime: 99 minutes
Where to watch Delicatessen
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
In a post-apocalyptic world, the residents of an apartment above the butcher shop receive an occasional delicacy of meat, something that is in low supply. A young man new in town falls in love with the butcher's daughter, which causes conflicts in her family, who need the young man for other business-related purposes.
Delicatessen parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Delicatessen is a dark, surreal French comedy set in a post-apocalyptic dystopia involving cannibalism, butchery, and suicide themes.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Cannibalism, a butcher shop supplying human meat, and a suicide attempt are central plot elements in this dark comedy.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Delicatessen FAQ
Is Delicatessen good?
Delicatessen has an 81% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,591 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Delicatessen?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Plex and Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Delicatessen OK for kids?
Delicatessen is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Delicatessen is a dark, surreal French comedy set in a post-apocalyptic dystopia involving cannibalism, butchery, and suicide themes.
What movies are like Delicatessen?
If you liked Delicatessen, try The Green Butchers, Bugonia, Bingo: The King of the Mornings and Raw.