The Automat

About 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.

Where to Watch

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Cast & Crew

Directed by Lisa Hurwitz

Starring Mel Brooks, John W. Romas, Carl Reiner, Krystyna Romas, Alec Shuldiner

Produced by A Slice of Pie Productions