Big Chicken: A Fast Food Conspiracy

Comedian Mo Gilligan spends twenty-eight days traveling through the United Kingdom and the United States while eating only fried chicken. This experiment serves as an investigation into the massive industry behind the food, exploring the historical roots of the dish and the economic and social forces that drive global consumption. The film examines the roles of fast food chains and industrial farming, while analyzing how these factors affect human health, the environment, and food culture.

This documentary was directed by Liana Stewart and produced by Louis Theroux. The cast features Mo Gilligan as himself, accompanied by a variety of specialists including medical expert Enam Abood and investigative journalist Alice Driver. Other contributors include health professional Laura Schmidt, interviewer Marcus Collins, and David Ajao. Produced by Mindhouse Productions in the United Kingdom, the film has a runtime of 99 minutes. Since its release on August 5, 2026, it has received a rating of 5.4/10 on TMDB based on 14 votes.