The Automat(2021)
The Automat 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.
The Automat (2021) is a documentary and history film directed by Lisa Hurwitz, released on September 2, 2021 with a runtime of 1h 19m. It stars Mel Brooks, John W. Romas, Carl Reiner and Krystyna Romas. Viewers rate it 6.8 out of 10 across 23 ratings.
- Director:
- Lisa Hurwitz
- Writers:
- Michael Levine
- Producers:
- Lisa Hurwitz
- Cinematographer:
- Philip Lucas
- Composer:
- Hummie Mann
- Production:
- A Slice of Pie Productions
- Status:
- Released
The Automat (2021) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for The Automat before you stream it.
The Automat Cast & Crew
Main cast
Mel Brooks
as Self
- John W. Romas
John W. Romas
as Self
Carl Reiner
as Self
- Krystyna Romas
Krystyna Romas
as Self
- Alec Shuldiner
Alec Shuldiner
as Self
- Wilson Goode
Wilson Goode
as Self
Elliott Gould
as Self
Howard Schultz
as Self
- Norris Horn
Norris Horn
as Self
- Steve Stollman
Steve Stollman
as Self
- Roy Rosenbaum
Roy Rosenbaum
as Self
- Marianne Hardart
Marianne Hardart
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Lisa Hurwitz, written by Michael Levine, produced by Lisa Hurwitz.
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The Automat Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.8/10 from 23 ratings.
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The Automat – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Automat online?
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The Automat (2021) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home and Spectrum On Demand. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in The Automat?
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The main cast of The Automat (2021) includes Mel Brooks, John W. Romas, Carl Reiner, Krystyna Romas and Alec Shuldiner. The film was directed by Lisa Hurwitz. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Automat released?
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The Automat was released on September 2, 2021 and runs for 1h 19m.
Is The Automat worth watching?
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The Automat (2021) holds an average rating of 6.8 out of 10 from 23 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and history films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for The Automat?
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Yes. The official The Automat trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.