The Soup

Lost in a sea of boring suits and dull dinner dates, Robert finds his evening threatened by his childhood friend Micky. A disgruntled pot washer, Micky is shocked to find Robert has ‘sold out’ his heritage to climb the greasy pole. Seeking revenge, he slips something untoward into the soup. Robert struggles to both keep his rich date, Heather, happy and not reveal that his new image is but an illusion.

Directed by Joe Crabtree, The Soup leans on a strong ensemble — Alex Cartuson, Jessica Garton, Louis Richards — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about comedy titles of 2024.