The Automat
2021, English. Directed by Lisa Hurwitz.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 19m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 2 September 2021
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Michael Levine
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The Automat runs 79 minutes (1h 19m).
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Which OTT platform is The Automat on?
The Automat isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Automat?
If you liked The Automat, try Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound, 9/11: Inside the President's War Room, Django & Django: Sergio Corbucci Unchained.
Who directed The Automat?
The Automat (2021) was directed by Lisa Hurwitz and stars Mel Brooks, John W. Romas, Carl Reiner.