Delicious is a 2025 German horror thriller sociopolitical drama film written and directed by Nele Mueller-Stöfen in her directorial debut. The film follows a wealthy German family who hires a young woman as a domestic helper during their summer vacation in Provence, after which the entire family's life gradually changes, with dramatic consequences.
The film selected in Panorama 2025 had its premiere at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival on 18 February 2025. It was released worldwide for streaming on Netflix on 7 March 2025.
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Synopsis
A German family's idyllic summer at their French villa in Provence unravels after they accidentally hit a young woman on a country road and take her in. Initially appearing helpful, each family member soon reveals their own hidden motives, seeking something different from the woman. This mistake leads to unforeseen consequences that ultimately transform the entire family's lives.
Cast
Valerie Pachner as Esther
Fahri Yardım as John
Carla Díaz as Teodora
Naila Schuberth as Alba
Caspar Hoffmann as Philipp
Julien de Saint Jean as Lucien
Sina Martens as Cora
Johann von Bülow as Aki
Nina Zem as Estelle
Miveck Packa as Prince
Tom Rey as Bojan
Mélodie Casta as Amber
Joep Paddenburg as Erik
Production
Principal photography began in 2023 on locations in France - Avignon. Filming ended on 24 November 2023 in locations in France - Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. The film is a production of Komplizen Film for Netflix.
Release
Delicious had its World premiere in the Panorama section of the 75th Berlin International Film Festival on 18 February 2025.
The film was released worldwide for streaming on Netflix on 7 March 2025.