The Kitchen

Synopsis

The Kitchen is a 2019 crime drama film starring Melissa McCarthy, Tiffany Haddish, and Elisabeth Moss. Set in the gritty Hell's Kitchen neighborhood of New York City in the late 1970s, the movie follows three mob wives who take over the family business after their husbands are incarcerated. As they prove themselves capable of running the operation, they face challenges and betrayals that force them to navigate a dangerous world of crime and power. The women must confront rival gangs, corrupt officials, and their own inner demons as they fight to carve out a place for themselves in a male-dominated criminal underworld. With tension, suspense, and unexpected twists, The Kitchen is a gripping tale of survival, empowerment, and the high stakes of playing the game of crime.

Cast

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  Melissa McCarthy

  Kathy Brennan

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  Tiffany Haddish

  Ruby O'Carroll

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  Elisabeth Moss

  Claire Walsh

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  Domhnall Gleeson

  Gabriel O'Malley

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  Bill Camp

  Alfonso Coretti

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  Margo Martindale

  Helen O'Carroll

Reviews

The Kitchen has received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the performances of the leading ladies and the film's stylish 1970s setting. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 24%, with critics noting that while the film has a strong premise, it fails to fully deliver on its potential. IMDb users rated it 5.6 out of 10, with some viewers appreciating the strong female leads and the film's unique take on the crime genre. Metacritic gave The Kitchen a score of 35 out of 100, indicating generally unfavorable reviews from critics who found the plot convoluted and the pacing inconsistent. Overall, The Kitchen has polarized audiences, with some enjoying its fresh perspective on mob drama, while others feel it falls short of its promise.