Name: I Bid You Peace: The Rise & Fall of the Frugal Gourmet
Director: Chris Johnson
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2026-01-01
Duration: PT57mM
Rating: 8.6
Cast: Jeff Smith, Julia Child, Graham Kerr, Martin Yan, Kenneth Kantor

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What is I Bid You Peace: The Rise & Fall of the Frugal Gourmet (2026) about?

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The meteoric rise and shocking downfall of America's most famous TV chef, The Frugal Gourmet's Jeff Smith, whose charm captivated millions—until it all came crashing down.

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Who stars in I Bid You Peace: The Rise & Fall of the Frugal Gourmet?

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I Bid You Peace: The Rise & Fall of the Frugal Gourmet stars Jeff Smith (Self), Julia Child (Self), Graham Kerr (Self), Martin Yan (Self), Kenneth Kantor (Narrator (voice)). The series was created by Chris Johnson.

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Is I Bid You Peace: The Rise & Fall of the Frugal Gourmet worth watching?

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I Bid You Peace: The Rise & Fall of the Frugal Gourmet holds an IMDb rating of 8.6/10. Fans of Documentary are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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Where can I watch I Bid You Peace: The Rise & Fall of the Frugal Gourmet?

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