The Restaurant(1966) →

The story follows Septime as he becomes embroiled in a major international scandal after a foreign president disappears while dining at his establishment.

Released in France on September 9, 1966, this comedy thriller stars as Monsieur Septime, the rigid and tyrannical owner of a prestigious Parisian restaurant. The Restaurant(1966)

If you are looking for information on the restaurant industry in 1966 rather than the film: Restaurant-ing in 1966 The story follows Septime as he becomes embroiled

It was released under several names, including The Big Restaurant and What's Cooking in Paris in the United States. Historical Context: Dining in 1966 The Restaurant(1966)

The film is famous for de Funès' high-energy performance, particularly a legendary scene involving a "shadow dance" where he unintentionally mimics a German dictator while explaining a recipe.