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Julia · S1 · E7

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  • TV-MA
  • Apr 28, 2022
  • 50 min

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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About this episode

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.

Season 1

8 episodes
  1. 1Omelette

    49 minMar 31, 2022

    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.

  2. 2Coq Au Vin

    46 minMar 31, 2022

    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.

  3. 3Beef Bourguignon

    50 minMar 31, 2022

    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.

  4. 4Petit Fours

    50 minApr 7, 2022

    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.

  5. 5Crêpes Suzette

    50 minApr 14, 2022

    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.

  6. 6Breads

    50 minApr 21, 2022

    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.

  7. 7Foie Gras

    50 minApr 28, 2022Now viewing

    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.

  8. 8Chocolate Soufflé

    50 minMay 5, 2022

    After suffering a terrible blow, Julia’s future – and the fate of the show – hang in the balance.

Guest stars

Robert JoyHunter Fox
Adriane LenoxVirginia Naman
Erin NeuferMarian Morash
Quincy Tyler BernstineDocumentarian
Tosin MorohunfolaIsaac
Rob McClureFred Rogers
Mark NelsonDr. Greenberg
Tracee ChimoBetty Friedan
A.J. ShivelyChef Andre
Anthony BowdenVaughn Member
Judith LightBlanche Knopf
Michael MalvestiBenny
Greg ChopoorianDistinguished Gentleman
Naeem DurenBartender
Cashman OgausBellhop
Jack Millard