Hot Coffee (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 2011, Hot Coffee is a documentary film directed by Susan Saladoff, running about 85 minutes. “Is Justice Being Served?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Most people think they know the "McDonald's coffee case," but what they don't know is that corporations have spent millions distorting the case to promote tort reform. HOT COFFEE reveals how big business, aided by the media, brewed a dangerous concoction of manipulation and lies to protect corporate interests. By following four people whose lives were devastated by the attacks on our courts, the film challenges the assumptions Americans hold about "jackpot justice."
Who’s in it. Hot Coffee stars Joan Claybrook as Herself, Oliver Diaz as Himself, Joanne Doroshow as Herself and Al Franken as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Hot Coffee has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on DocuramaFilms Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hot Coffee page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hot Coffee tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hot Coffee (2011)?
- In US, Hot Coffee is available to stream on DocuramaFilms Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Hot Coffee worth watching?
- Hot Coffee holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Hot Coffee?
- Hot Coffee stars Joan Claybrook, Oliver Diaz, Joanne Doroshow, Al Franken and Colin Gourley.
- When was Hot Coffee released?
- Hot Coffee was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.