First-Time Viewing

The Automat

Release Date:June 3, 2022

Running Time:79 min

Genres:History, Documentary

Director

Cast

Mel Brooks John W. Romas Carl Reiner Krystyna Romas Alec Shuldiner Wilson Goode Elliott Gould Howard Schultz Norris Horn Steve Stollman Roy Rosenbaum Marianne Hardart

Top billed cast (via TMDB).

Synopsis

The 100-year story of the iconic restaurant chain Horn & Hardart, the inspiration for Starbucks, where generations of Americans ate and drank coffee together at communal tables. From the perspective of former customers, we watch a business climb to its peak success and then grapple with fast food in a forever changed America.

Where to watch

Rent