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The Automat

The Automat

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Automat
  • Genres: Documentary, History
  • Release Date: 2021-09-02
  • Runtime: 79 minutes
  • Rating: 7/10 (18 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: A Slice of Pie Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.1342
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Mel Brooks

Mel Brooks

as Self

John W. Romas

John W. Romas

as Self

Carl Reiner

Carl Reiner

as Self

Krystyna Romas

Krystyna Romas

as Self

Alec Shuldiner

Alec Shuldiner

as Self

Wilson Goode

Wilson Goode

as Self

Elliott Gould

Elliott Gould

as Self

Howard Schultz

Howard Schultz

as Self

Norris Horn

Norris Horn

as Self

Steve Stollman

Steve Stollman

as Self

Gallery

Movie sceneMovie scene

Trailers & Clips

The Automat Official Trailer (2021) HD

External Links

Keywords

new york cityfoodfood industryvending machineautomatfood culture

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Automat?

The Automat is a Documentary, History movie directed by . It was released on 2021-09-02.

Who are the main actors in The Automat?

The main cast includes Mel Brooks, John W. Romas, Carl Reiner, Krystyna Romas, Alec Shuldiner, .

Where can I watch The Automat online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Automat is available.

Is The Automat based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Automat?

The Automat has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 18 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Automat?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Automat?

The soundtrack was composed by A Slice of Pie Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Automat filmed?

The Automat was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Automat?

The total runtime of The Automat is 79 minutes.

Is The Automat suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Automat?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Automat.

Does The Automat have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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