description The Founder Overview
The Founder chronicles the rise of the McDonald’s fast-food chain through the actions of businessman Ray Kroc. The film details Kroc’s acquisition of the company, involving the displacement of its original founders, Richard and Maurice McDonald, to establish a profit-driven operation. Harry Sonneborn served as president and CEO during this period.
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info The Founder Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 2017 |
help The Founder FAQ
Who plays Ray Kroc in The Founder?
Michael Keaton plays Ray Kroc, the businessman who transformed McDonald's from a single restaurant into a global franchise empire. The film was directed by John Lee Hancock and released in 2016.
Who were the McDonald brothers in The Founder?
Richard and Maurice McDonald, the original founders of the McDonald's restaurant in San Bernardino, California, are portrayed in the film as the innovators of the Speedee Service System. Ray Kroc enters as a franchise agent and ultimately gains control of the company from them.
Is The Founder based on a true story?
Yes, the film dramatizes the real history of how Ray Kroc acquired McDonald's from the McDonald brothers in the 1950s. It depicts Kroc's aggressive business practices and the contractual maneuvering that resulted in the brothers losing control of their brand.
Who directed The Founder?
The film was directed by John Lee Hancock, known for directing The Blind Side and Saving Mr. Banks. The screenplay was written by Robert D. Siegel.
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