Cooked
Series Overview
Explored through the lenses of the four natural elements – fire, water, air and earth – COOKED is an enlightening and compelling look at the evolution of what food means to us through the history of food preparation and its universal ability to connect us. Highlighting our primal human need to cook, the series urges a return to the kitchen to reclaim our lost traditions and to forge a deeper, more meaningful connection to the ingredients and cooking techniques that we use to nourish ourselves.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 4 Episodes
240 min per episode
2016 – 2016
Premiered: Fri, Feb 19, 2016
Michael Pollan
Alex GibneyLatest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 4: “Earth”
Discover how microbes help turn raw ingredients into delicacies like chocolate and cheese as Pollan tackles the mysterious process of fermentation.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Cooked | Official Trailer [HD] | NetflixOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-02-04
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Pollan, Alex Gibney
Alex Gibney
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TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
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Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
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What is Cooked about?
Explored through the lenses of the four natural elements – fire, water, air and earth – COOKED is an enlightening and compelling look at the evolution of what food means to us through the history of food preparation and its universal ability to connect us. Highlighting our primal human need to cook, the series urges a return to the kitchen to reclaim our lost traditions and to forge a deeper, more meaningful connection to the ingredients and cooking techniques that we use to nourish ourselves.
How many seasons does Cooked have?
Cooked comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Cooked?
Key cast members in Cooked include Michael Pollan.
Who created or directed Cooked?
Cooked was developed and directed by Michael Pollan, Alex Gibney.