Morgan Spurlock

Acting

Morgan Spurlock

Born 1970-11-07 · Parkersburg, West Virginia, USA

Morgan Valentine Spurlock (November 7, 1970 - May 23, 2024) was an American documentary filmmaker and television producer. Spurlock gained acclaim for directing the documentary Super Size Me, which earned a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.

Acting credits

Drive Thru poster
5.3

A high-school student must save townspeople from a murderous clown who works at a fast-food place.

Drive Thru

2007

Super Size Me poster
6.7

Morgan Spurlock subjects himself to a diet based only on McDonald's fast food three times a day for thirty days without exercising to try to prove why so many Americans are fat or obese. He submits himself to a complete check-up by three doctors, comparing his weight along the way, resulting in a scary conclusion.

Super Size Me

2004

POM Wonderful Presents: The Greatest Movie Ever Sold poster
6.4

A documentary about branding, advertising and product placement that is financed and made possible by brands, advertising and product placement.

POM Wonderful Presents: The Greatest Movie Ever Sold

2011

Springfield of Dreams: The Legend of Homer Simpson poster
8.4

In honor of Homer's journey to the Hall of Fame, MLB all-stars and Springfield locals look back at the greatest corporate softball game ever played.

Springfield of Dreams: The Legend of Homer Simpson

2017

No artwork available
8.0

A documentary about the influential independent film production company The Shooting Gallery.

Misfire: The Rise and Fall of the Shooting Gallery

2013

Last Laugh '04 poster
6.0

Comedy Central's Last Laugh '04 was a "year-in-review" type show where comedians talked about events in 2004. The show featured stand-up sets by Norm Macdonald, Kathy Griffin, D.L. Hughley, Gerg Giraldo, Bill Engval, and Colin Quinn. It also featured a comedic sketch by Andy Dick and guest appearances by Morgan Spurlock, David Cross, Michael Moore, and Zach Galifianakis as Jesus Christ. Modest Mouse and Snoop Dogg were musical guests for the show and performed "Float On" and "Drop It Like It's Hot," two of 2004's most popular songs.

Last Laugh '04

2004

Super Size Me 2: Holy Chicken! poster
6.9

Muckraking filmmaker Morgan Spurlock reignites his battle with the food industry — this time from behind the register — as he opens his own fast food restaurant.

Super Size Me 2: Holy Chicken!

2019

The Simpsons 20th Anniversary Special - In 3D! On Ice! poster
6.9

The Simpsons 20th Anniversary Special – In 3-D! On Ice! is a documentary special that examined the "cultural phenomenon" of the American animated television series The Simpsons.

The Simpsons 20th Anniversary Special - In 3D! On Ice!

2010

Merry F#%$in' Christmas poster
5.5

Denis Leary and a cast of many others celebrate Christmas Leary-style. Packed with original music and skits, this is a great spin on the usual holiday fluff.

Merry F#%$in' Christmas

2005

Where in the World Is Osama Bin Laden? poster
6.1

Morgan Spurlock tours the Middle East to discuss the war on terror with Arabic people.

Where in the World Is Osama Bin Laden?

2008

Fat Head poster
6.7

A comedian replies to the "Super Size Me" crowd by losing weight on a fast-food diet while demonstrating that almost everything you think you know about the obesity "epidemic" and healthy eating is wrong.

Fat Head

2009

Chronic-Con, Episode 420: A New Dope poster
4.9

In response to Morgan Spurlock's COMIC-CON: A FAN'S HOPE, comedian Doug Benson (SUPER HIGH ME) stars in this doc that looks at San Diego Comic-Con from his hazy perspective. Featuring fellow pot and film fanatics Kevin Smith, Brian Posehn, Joe Rogan and even Spurlock himself, it's a fun look at a rapidly growing cultural event.

Chronic-Con, Episode 420: A New Dope

2015

Raw for Life poster
NR

Raw For Life is the Ultimate Encyclopedia of the Raw Food Lifestyle and perfect for beginners and Raw Food enthusiasts. This documentary inspires people with the Raw Food philosophy, the wisdom of eating a raw food diet, important medical facts and nutritional information. We have combined the knowledge and expertise of doctors and nutritionists with testimonials from celebrities, athletes, professionals, and chefs who champion the amazing benefits of raw, vegan living foods. In Raw For Life, you will find everything you need to transition to a healthier state of being.

Raw for Life

2007

Mansome poster
4.9

From America's greatest beardsman, to Morgan Spurlock's own mustache, Executive Producers Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, and Ben Silverman bring us a hilarious look at men's identity in the 21st century. Models, actors, experts and comedians weigh in on what it is to be a man in a world where the definition of masculinity has become as diverse as a hipster's facial hair in Williamsburg. The hilarious follicles of men's idiosyncratic grooming habits are thoroughly combed over as men finally take a long hard look in the mirror.

Mansome

2012

Toxic Soup poster
6.0

Something is bad wrong as everyday Americans fight to protect their air, water and blood from pollution.

Toxic Soup

2010

Rise Of The Sufferfests poster
7.0

'Rise of the Sufferfests' is the first feature documentary about the global obstacle race phenomenon.

Rise Of The Sufferfests

2016

Them That Work poster
NR

Documentary about the impact left by John Sayles’ 1987 film Matewan, about a shooting between company gun thugs and union organizers in Southern West Virginia. Along with a lasting legacy of support for union rights, the film inspired many West Virginians to become filmmakers and introduced the world to many great actors.

Them That Work

2019

We the Economy: 20 Short Films You Can't Afford to Miss poster
7.0

Everyone’s talking about it, but who can explain it? Paul G. Allen’s Vulcan Productions and Morgan Spurlock’s Cinelan have partnered to produce WE THE ECONOMY 20 Short Films You Can’t Afford to Miss. Each film is helmed by an acclaimed filmmaker, each with their own creative vision. The series aims to drive awareness and establish a better understanding of the U.S. economy. Told through animation, comedy, musical, non-fiction, and scripted films, WE THE ECONOMY seeks to demystify a complicated topic while empowering the public to take control of their own economic futures.

We the Economy: 20 Short Films You Can't Afford to Miss

2014

Super Fancy Induce Me poster
10.0

Documentarian Benjamin Spurlock (nephew of Super Size Me filmmaker Morgan Spurlock) attempts to eat nothing but Fancy Induced Burger for 30 days. Made for Sewerfest X.

Super Fancy Induce Me

2026

Simply Raw: Reversing Diabetes in 30 Days poster
6.8

The documentary follows six Americans with diabetes who change their diet, showcasing their transformations and the power of nutrition in reversing Type II Diabetes.

Simply Raw: Reversing Diabetes in 30 Days

2009

Abraham Obama poster
NR

Artist Ron English travels across the country illegally putting up artwork of President Obama and Abraham Lincoln merged together.

Abraham Obama

2009

Behind the camera

Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope poster
6.9

A behind-the-scenes look at San Diego Comic-Con, the world's largest comic book convention, and the fans who attend every year.

Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope

2011

Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope poster
6.9

A behind-the-scenes look at San Diego Comic-Con, the world's largest comic book convention, and the fans who attend every year.

Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope

2011

Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope poster
6.9

A behind-the-scenes look at San Diego Comic-Con, the world's largest comic book convention, and the fans who attend every year.

Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope

2011

One Direction: This Is Us poster
8.2

"One Direction: This Is Us" is a captivating and intimate all-access look at life on the road for the global music phenomenon. Weaved with stunning live concert footage, this inspiring feature film tells the remarkable story of Niall, Zayn, Liam, Harry and Louis' meteoric rise to fame, from their humble hometown beginnings and competing on the X-Factor, to conquering the world and performing at London’s famed O2 Arena. Hear it from the boys themselves and see through their own eyes what it's really like to be One Direction.

One Direction: This Is Us

2013

One Direction: This Is Us poster
8.2

"One Direction: This Is Us" is a captivating and intimate all-access look at life on the road for the global music phenomenon. Weaved with stunning live concert footage, this inspiring feature film tells the remarkable story of Niall, Zayn, Liam, Harry and Louis' meteoric rise to fame, from their humble hometown beginnings and competing on the X-Factor, to conquering the world and performing at London’s famed O2 Arena. Hear it from the boys themselves and see through their own eyes what it's really like to be One Direction.

One Direction: This Is Us

2013

Super Size Me poster
6.7

Morgan Spurlock subjects himself to a diet based only on McDonald's fast food three times a day for thirty days without exercising to try to prove why so many Americans are fat or obese. He submits himself to a complete check-up by three doctors, comparing his weight along the way, resulting in a scary conclusion.

Super Size Me

2004

Super Size Me poster
6.7

Morgan Spurlock subjects himself to a diet based only on McDonald's fast food three times a day for thirty days without exercising to try to prove why so many Americans are fat or obese. He submits himself to a complete check-up by three doctors, comparing his weight along the way, resulting in a scary conclusion.

Super Size Me

2004

Super Size Me poster
6.7

Morgan Spurlock subjects himself to a diet based only on McDonald's fast food three times a day for thirty days without exercising to try to prove why so many Americans are fat or obese. He submits himself to a complete check-up by three doctors, comparing his weight along the way, resulting in a scary conclusion.

Super Size Me

2004

POM Wonderful Presents: The Greatest Movie Ever Sold poster
6.4

A documentary about branding, advertising and product placement that is financed and made possible by brands, advertising and product placement.

POM Wonderful Presents: The Greatest Movie Ever Sold

2011

POM Wonderful Presents: The Greatest Movie Ever Sold poster
6.4

A documentary about branding, advertising and product placement that is financed and made possible by brands, advertising and product placement.

POM Wonderful Presents: The Greatest Movie Ever Sold

2011

Freakonomics poster
6.1

Some of the world's most innovative documentary filmmakers will explore the hidden side of everything.

Freakonomics

2010

Freakonomics poster
6.1

Some of the world's most innovative documentary filmmakers will explore the hidden side of everything.

Freakonomics

2010

Springfield of Dreams: The Legend of Homer Simpson poster
8.4

In honor of Homer's journey to the Hall of Fame, MLB all-stars and Springfield locals look back at the greatest corporate softball game ever played.

Springfield of Dreams: The Legend of Homer Simpson

2017

Springfield of Dreams: The Legend of Homer Simpson poster
8.4

In honor of Homer's journey to the Hall of Fame, MLB all-stars and Springfield locals look back at the greatest corporate softball game ever played.

Springfield of Dreams: The Legend of Homer Simpson

2017

Super Size Me 2: Holy Chicken! poster
6.9

Muckraking filmmaker Morgan Spurlock reignites his battle with the food industry — this time from behind the register — as he opens his own fast food restaurant.

Super Size Me 2: Holy Chicken!

2019

Super Size Me 2: Holy Chicken! poster
6.9

Muckraking filmmaker Morgan Spurlock reignites his battle with the food industry — this time from behind the register — as he opens his own fast food restaurant.

Super Size Me 2: Holy Chicken!

2019

Super Size Me 2: Holy Chicken! poster
6.9

Muckraking filmmaker Morgan Spurlock reignites his battle with the food industry — this time from behind the register — as he opens his own fast food restaurant.

Super Size Me 2: Holy Chicken!

2019

The Simpsons 20th Anniversary Special - In 3D! On Ice! poster
6.9

The Simpsons 20th Anniversary Special – In 3-D! On Ice! is a documentary special that examined the "cultural phenomenon" of the American animated television series The Simpsons.

The Simpsons 20th Anniversary Special - In 3D! On Ice!

2010

The Simpsons 20th Anniversary Special - In 3D! On Ice! poster
6.9

The Simpsons 20th Anniversary Special – In 3-D! On Ice! is a documentary special that examined the "cultural phenomenon" of the American animated television series The Simpsons.

The Simpsons 20th Anniversary Special - In 3D! On Ice!

2010

Where in the World Is Osama Bin Laden? poster
6.1

Morgan Spurlock tours the Middle East to discuss the war on terror with Arabic people.

Where in the World Is Osama Bin Laden?

2008

Where in the World Is Osama Bin Laden? poster
6.1

Morgan Spurlock tours the Middle East to discuss the war on terror with Arabic people.

Where in the World Is Osama Bin Laden?

2008

No artwork available
5.9

A serious docu-comedy about the commercialization of Christmas. What Would Jesus Buy? follows Reverend Billy and the Church of Stop Shopping Gospel Choir as they go on a cross-country mission to save Christmas from the Shopocalypse: the end of mankind from consumerism, over-consumption and the fires of eternal debt!

What Would Jesus Buy?

2007

The Pistol Shrimps poster
5.6

An eclectic group of actresses, musicians, writers, comedians, and moms compete in the Los Angeles women’s recreational basketball league. With team names guaranteed to make you smile (Shecago Bulls, Traveling Pants, Space Glam, Ba Dunka Dunks, LA Nail Clippers), this documentary shows that girls not only wanna have fun, they wanna ball too.

The Pistol Shrimps

2016

Mansome poster
4.9

From America's greatest beardsman, to Morgan Spurlock's own mustache, Executive Producers Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, and Ben Silverman bring us a hilarious look at men's identity in the 21st century. Models, actors, experts and comedians weigh in on what it is to be a man in a world where the definition of masculinity has become as diverse as a hipster's facial hair in Williamsburg. The hilarious follicles of men's idiosyncratic grooming habits are thoroughly combed over as men finally take a long hard look in the mirror.

Mansome

2012