Widely available for streaming or digital purchase on platforms like Prime Video and Greenwich Entertainment . 3. Superior Donuts (TV Series)
For those seeking a fictionalized, comedic take on the donut shop life, this sitcom stars Judd Hirsch and Jermaine Fowler. It focuses on the relationship between a grumpy old-school shop owner and his energetic young employee in Chicago.
Fans can find updates and potentially view the film through the Official Film Website or via Popeye Media social channels. 2. The Donut King (2020)
This short documentary follows two Los Angeles natives on a midnight "donut crawl". It serves as a spiritual successor to earlier immigrant narratives, focusing on the bittersweet stories of entrepreneurship in the West Coast donut scene. Released in early 2026.
If you are looking for a feature-length experience, this award-winning documentary is the definitive story of Ted Ngoy. It details how he built a multi-million dollar donut empire and helped thousands of Cambodian refugees find the American Dream.