Episode 1
Omelette
In 1962, cookbook author Julia Child boldly pitches a groundbreaking television series centered on demonstrations for the home cook – despite pushback from male station executives and her own husband.
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TV series
Julia
2022TV-MA2 seasons7.3 / 10
Her kitchen just got a lot bigger.
Through Julia Child’s life and her singular joie de vivre, the series explores a pivotal time in American history – the emergence of public television as a new social institution, feminism and the women's movement, the nature of celebrity and America's cultural evolution.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Synopsis
Through Julia Child’s life and her singular joie de vivre, the series explores a pivotal time in American history – the emergence of public television as a new social institution, feminism and the women's movement, the nature of celebrity and America's cultural evolution.
Season 1 episodes
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Episode 2
Coq Au Vin
Facing mounting pressure from station executives, Julia struggles to figure out how to present a complicated recipe. Later, on-set flubs threaten the future of the show – and Julia’s career.
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Episode 3
Beef Bourguignon
When the show goes overbudget, Julia doubles down on her efforts to continue making her dream a reality. As Paul contends with his fearsome father-in-law, Alice struggles with her new assignment.
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Episode 4
Petit Fours
As WGBH reaps the rewards of their new star’s efforts, a jealous rival threatens the station’s burgeoning success. While Julia struggles with the price of fame, Paul begins to accept defeat, and Alice changes tack.
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Episode 5
Crêpes Suzette
In San Francisco, Julia tests the waters of her newfound celebrity status alongside celebrated chef James Beard, leaving a brooding Paul to question the true cost of his wife’s fame.
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Episode 6
Breads
While Paul and Judith experiment with baking, Julia tackles a different kind of “bread.” As a sleep-deprived Russ tasks Alice with even more work, the future of Avis’s position on the show is called into question.
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Episode 7
Foie Gras
While in New York, Julia and the show receive both accolades and criticism. As Avis forges an unlikely friendship with Paul, Alice finds an unexpected connection of her own.
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Episode 8
Chocolate Soufflé
After suffering a terrible blow, Julia’s future – and the fate of the show – hang in the balance.
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More about Julia
Cast
Sarah LancashireJulia Child
David Hyde PiercePaul Child
Bebe NeuwirthAvis
Fran KranzRuss
Fiona GlascottJudith
Brittany BradfordAlice Naman
Robert JoyHunter Fox
Isabella RosselliniSimone 'Simca' BeckCredits
- Created by
- Daniel Goldfarb
- Written by
- Daniel Goldfarb, Christopher Keyser, Emily Bensinger, Natalia Temesgen, Erica Lipez, Eboni Booth, Kate Fodor, Thaddeus McCants, Christopher Keyser, Daniel Goldfarb, Erica Lipez
Production details
- Status
- Canceled
- Series type
- Scripted
- Episodes
- 16
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
HBO Max
Max
3 Arts EntertainmentUnited States
Lionsgate TelevisionUnited States
Themes
based on true story
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