McMillion$
McMillion$

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McMillion$

2020
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
English

A detailed account of the McDonald's Monopoly game scam during the 1990s as told by the participants in the case, including the prizewinners and the FBI agents who caught the security officer who orchestrated the entire scheme.

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IMDb7.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes95%
Metacritic78/100
Google Users95%
Director: James Lee Hernandez, Brian LazarteGenres: Documentary, Crime, Comedy

Plot Summary

This documentary series uncovers the astonishing true story of how an FBI investigation and an inside source worked to catch the mastermind behind a decades-long, elaborate fraud scheme that bilked millions of dollars from McDonald's restaurants across the United States. The intricate plot involved a network of conspirators who manipulated the company's Monopoly game promotion for their own financial gain. The series details the investigation's twists and turns, revealing the greed and audacity of those involved.

Critical Reception

McMillion$ was widely praised for its compelling storytelling, unique blend of humor and suspense, and its ability to present a complex crime in an accessible and entertaining way. Critics lauded the documentary's deep dive into the characters involved and its thorough investigation of the McDonald's Monopoly scam.

What Reviewers Say

  • Gripping and surprisingly funny docuseries about a bizarre real-life crime.

  • Effectively balances the absurdity of the scheme with the seriousness of the investigation.

  • Features a cast of colorful characters who make the story even more engaging.

Google audience: Audiences found McMillion$ to be a highly entertaining and fascinating documentary, praising its unique subject matter and the compelling way the story unfolded. Many users appreciated the blend of crime and humor, and found the real-life characters unforgettable.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series.

Fun Fact

The FBI operation to catch the perpetrators involved a sting called 'Operation Game Master,' which utilized undercover agents and informants to infiltrate the network responsible for the fraud.

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