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The Founder

2016

Drama

1h55

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7.5/10

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3.1/5

Press

3.8/5

Spect.

Synopsis

The true story of how Ray Kroc, a salesman from Illinois, met Mac and Dick McDonald, who were running a burger operation in 1950s Southern California. Kroc was impressed by the brothers’ speedy system of making the food and saw franchise potential. He maneuvered himself into a position to be able to pull the company from the brothers and create a billion-dollar empire.

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Community Reviews

User reviews reveal a mixed reception to 'The Founder,' with many appreciating the intriguing, real-life story of McDonald's rise under Ray Kroc's controversial leadership. Michael Keaton's performance is frequently praised, and the film is noted for its engaging portrayal of business and entrepreneurship. However, some viewers are left with a bitter taste, disliking the portrayal of Kroc's ruthless business tactics and the perceived injustice towards the McDonald brothers.

👍 Engaging portrayal of McDonald's rise

👎 Portrayal of ruthless tactics may upset some

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Reviews and Comments

11 reviews
Simon Toulouse
Simonrated ★ 7/10
July 30, 2025

Très bon films sur l’histoire de Mcdonald, Micheal keaton interprète très bien le personnage en étant un vrai connard, super cool

Noah Miller
Noahrated ★ 7/10
December 30, 2025

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Bryanrated ★ 10/10
December 14, 2025

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inarated ★ 2/10
December 4, 2025

B.91
B.91rated ★ 7/10
October 6, 2025

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Eamonrated ★ 8/10
September 7, 2025

AE
Alicerated ★ 10/10
June 22, 2025

Emma P
Emmarated ★ 8/10
October 11, 2024

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