Bagdad Cafe

1h 48m · 1987 · Directed by Percy Adlon · 3.8 / 5 on Letterboxd

Bagdad Cafe (1987) runs 1h 48m, directed by Percy Adlon. It is one of 3,647 films in the 100 Minute Movies catalog — every one rated 3.0 or higher by Letterboxd members and short enough to finish in an evening.

A German woman named Jasmin stumbles upon a dilapidated motel/diner in the middle of nowhere. Her unusual appearance and demeanor are at first suspicious to Brenda, the exasperated owner who has difficulty making ends meet. But when an unlikely magic sparks between the two women, this lonely desert outpost is transformed into a thriving and popular oasis.

Genres: Comedy, Drama

Where to watch: Prime Video (US, checked 9 July 2026)