Food, Inc. movie poster

Food, Inc.

"You'll never look at dinner the same way again."

September 7, 2008 1h 34m 7.3/10 (638 votes)

Originally released in 2008. Food, Inc. is a documentary film. directed by Robert Kenner.

Starring Michael Pollan, Eric Schlosser, and Richard Lobb

Synopsis

Documentary filmmaker Robert Kenner examines how mammoth corporations have taken over all aspects of the food chain in the United States, from the farms where our food is grown to the chain restaurants and supermarkets where it's sold. Narrated by author and activist Eric Schlosser, the film features interviews with average Americans about their dietary habits, commentary from food experts like Michael Pollan and unsettling footage shot inside large-scale animal processing plants.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 7, 2008 17 years ago
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Runtime 1h 34m 94 minutes total
User Rating 7.3/10 Great (638 votes)
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Budget $1M Production budget
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Box Office $4.6M 4.6x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$1,000,000
Revenue
$4,606,199

Production Companies

  • Magnolia Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Food, Inc. about?

Documentary filmmaker Robert Kenner examines how mammoth corporations have taken over all aspects of the food chain in the United States, from the farms where our food is grown to the chain restaur...

Who directed Food, Inc.?

Food, Inc. was directed by Robert Kenner.

How long is Food, Inc.?

Food, Inc. has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).

When was Food, Inc. released?

Food, Inc. was released on September 7, 2008 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Food, Inc.?

The main cast of Food, Inc. includes Michael Pollan, Eric Schlosser, Richard Lobb, Vince Edwards, Carole Morison.

Is Food, Inc. worth watching?

Food, Inc. has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 638 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.