Ratatouille (2007) Timeline Explained – Every Event in Order

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1. 1

   Remy's dream of becoming a chef

   Remy, a young rat with extraordinary senses of taste and smell, dreams of becoming a chef like the late Auguste Gusteau. He nurtures his culinary ambition while living with his colony in the attic above a Parisian home. The fantasy of cooking sets him apart from the rest of the clan, who eat only to survive.

   Where

   Attic above a Parisian home

2. 2

   Separated from the colony during the evacuation

   During a frantic evacuation after the old woman discovers the rats, Remy is separated from his family. He must navigate a perilous human world and survive on his own. The separation marks the start of his unlikely journey toward the restaurant.

   Where

   Old woman's attic and surrounding Parisian area

3. 3

   Remy enters Gusteau's kitchen and meets Linguini

   Remy slips onto the roof of Gusteau's and spots Alfredo Linguini struggling with a ruined leek soup. He slips into the restaurant's kitchen and makes himself known to Linguini. Linguini, curious and wary, realizes he can communicate with the clever rat.

   Where

   Gusteau's restaurant kitchen

4. 4

   Remy helps salvage the soup; Skinner's confrontation

   Skinner confronts Linguini about the ruined soup, fearing exposure and loss of control. Remy's hidden touch helps salvage the dish, and it unexpectedly becomes a hit with customers. The success further complicates Skinner's plans for the kitchen.

   Where

   Gusteau's kitchen

5. 5

   Colette pushes to keep Linguini; motto affirmed

   Colette Tatou, the restaurant's only female chef, persuades Skinner to keep Linguini and to embrace Gusteau's motto, 'Anyone can cook.' She begins mentoring Linguini and teaching him how to present himself as a chef. The partnership grows as Linguini gains confidence and Remy works unseen in the shadows.

   Where

   Gusteau's restaurant

6. 6

   Linguini realizes Remy guides him

   Linguini discovers that Remy understands him and can guide his movements by tugging on his hair under the toque. They agree to work together, with Remy steering the cooking while Linguini stays the public face. This unlikely duo begins to transform the restaurant from within.

   Where

   Gusteau's kitchen

7. 7

   Secret partnership strengthens the kitchen

   Under Colette's supervision, Linguini learns basic cooking while Remy refines the recipes. They recreate dishes that delight patrons, and the kitchen hums with new energy. The partnership remains hidden for now, but the restaurant's success grows.

   Where

   Gusteau's kitchen

8. 8

   Remy reunites with his clan; Django's warning

   Remy reconnects with his brother Émile and the clan outside the restaurant, but Django warns that humans are dangerous. Remy announces his intent to stay at the restaurant despite the risks. The tension between loyalty to the clan and his dream deepens.

   Where

   Outside Paris near the restaurant

9. 9

   Revelation of Gusteau's paternity and Skinner's secret

   Skinner uncovers a letter from Linguini's late mother revealing that Gusteau is Linguini's father and that Linguini is the rightful owner. The revelation shatters Skinner's plans, but he hides the evidence away to maintain control. Remy escapes with the envelope and brings it to Linguini, who then fires Skinner and ends a line of Skinner's frozen foods.

   Where

   Skinner's office and the restaurant

10. 10

    Restaurant thrives; romance blooms; Ego's return looms

    The restaurant begins thriving as Remy's recipes win over critics and diners. Linguini and Colette grow closer, sharing a budding romance as their teamwork shines. Anton Ego, the feared food critic, announces he will review the restaurant again the following day.

    Where

    Gusteau's restaurant

11. 11

    Linguini's credit claim; the raid and fallout

    At a press conference, Linguini takes credit for Remy's cooking, leading to a rift between them. Frustrated by the misrepresentation, Remy launches a raid on the restaurant's pantries with his rat clan. Linguini arrives to apologize but finds the raid ongoing and expels Remy and his clan.

    Where

    Gusteau's restaurant

12. 12

    Rescue, reconciliation, and staff rebellion

    Skinner captures Remy, but Django and Émile free him with a daring rescue. Back at the restaurant, Remy and Linguini reconcile as Linguini reveals Remy’s techniques to the staff, who all quit in shock. Colette returns to help the clan cook under Remy's direction while Linguini waits tables.

    Where

    Gusteau's restaurant

13. 13

    Ratatouille reveals its magic; Ego is moved

    Remy shows Colette a recipe card for ratatouille and guides the group to craft it in a refined way, the confit byaldi. This dish evokes fond memories for Anton Ego, who is introduced to the chef behind the plate without revealing the rat. Ego is deeply affected by the cooking and the story.

    Where

    Gusteau's kitchen

14. 14

    La Ratatouille opens; Ego invests

    Skinner and a health inspector are released and Gusteau's is shut down, costing Ego his job and reputation. Remy, Linguini, and Colette open a new bistro called La Ratatouille, which Ego chooses to invest in and frequents. The new venture signals a fresh start for the now-empowered kitchen crew.

    Where

    La Ratatouille (new bistro)

15. 15

    The rat colony finds a home in the new attic

    The rat colony settles into the attic of the new bistro, making it their home and base of operation. Remy remains at the center of the kitchen, guiding dishes and mentoring his clan. The story closes with the dream fulfilled through collaboration between humans and rats.

    Where

    La Ratatouille attic