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The Cook of Castamar
2021·1 Season·12 Episodes·★ 6.9
Spanish original
Set in early 18th-century Madrid, the plot follows the love story between an agoraphobic cook and a widowed nobleman.
LUXEN Decision Guide
Does this fit your time and taste?
A character-led series where relationships, personal stakes, and the gradual build of a story are central to the experience.
Best fit
Who it is for
Best suited to viewers who prefer character investment over a purely episodic watch.
Commitment
Compact commitment · 12 episodes
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The series
Seasons
Season 1
12 episodes
2021
Cast
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