Julia: More Food and Female Centric Movies & Shows to Watch

Before Julia Child dazzled American audiences with her charm and delicious cooking, the average American kitchen was a dreary place. Child brought innovation to households across the country and joy to every table. It was only a matter of time before the creation of her historic PBS TV show would get the HBO Max treatment with Julia. The show follows Julia as she fights against sexist executives as well as her own self-doubt to create one of the most lasting TV shows of all time. With stars like Sarah Lancashire, David Hyde Pierce, and even a supporting role from Isabella Rossellini; this series has gotten rave reviews. Julia not only makes us fall in love with Child’s joie de vivre but demonstrates the importance of seeing someone like her on TV at a pivotal moment for the women’s liberation movement. For more movies and TV shows that celebrate food and unlikely female heroes, check out this list!