'The Kitchen' | Date, plot, cast, director and is Netflix's sci-fi thriller movie worth watching

'The Kitchen' is the latest addition to Netflix's library that promises a unique fusion of excitement and class conflict
A still from ‘The Kitchen’ (Netflix)
A still from ‘The Kitchen’ (Netflix)

Series name: The Kitchen

Platform: Netflix

Release date: January 19, 2024

Run Time: 107 minutes

Country of origin: UK

Genre: Sci-fi/Thriller

Netflix's 'The Kitchen' is a thrilling addition to the streaming platform's library. The highly anticipated film boasts an engaging narrative and unique world-building that promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats. 

What is the plot of 'The Kitchen'?

'The Kitchen' follows the story of dystopian London, where class division is at its peak. Due to high housing prices, the poor are forced to live on a slum-like high rise in 'The Kitchen'.

The plot navigates the struggle of protagonist Izi, who is forced to take part in a heist to change his life.

The official synopsis reads, “Synopsis. In a dystopian future London where all social housing has been eliminated, Izi (Kane Robinson) and Benji (Jedaiah Bannerman) fight to navigate the world as residents of The Kitchen, a community that refuses to abandon their home.”

Who stars in 'The Kitchen'?

Kane Brett Robinson


 
 
 
 
 
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Kane is a British rapper, songwriter, and actor. The rapper is widely acclaimed as one of the pioneers of grime music. His fifth album, 'Made in the Manor, earned him the title of Best Album at the 2016 MOBO Awards.

He made his acting debut in the 2006 movie Rollin' with the Nines. Kane is best remembered for his role in the 2011 television series Top Boy.

Jedaiah Bannerman 


 
 
 
 
 
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The 14-year-old actor is making his acting debut with 'The Kitchen', and with his outstanding performance, he got his name on the Longlist of 2023 BIFA Breakthrough Performance. 

Hope Ikpoku Jr.


 
 
 
 
 
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Hope Ikpoku Jr made his acting debut in 2019 with 'Blue Story'. Since then, he has consistently showcased his fine acting skills in 'Top Boy' (2019), 'Bulletproof' (2020), and 'Fields' (2022).

The 21-year-old is quite popular on Instagram as well and has amassed 171K followers.

Who is the director of 'The Kitchen'?

'The Kitchen' is helmed by Kibwe Tavares and Daniel Kaluuya. The duo revealed that the idea for the film arose from a conversation they had at a barber shop in 2014.

Is ‘The Kitchen’ worth watching?

This movie combines science and thrills seamlessly, adding a captivating touch of class division to the mix. If you love narratives that keep you on the edge of your seat, this one is a definite must-watch!

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