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Did Nathan Fielder actually make Dumb Starbucks?

Did Nathan Fielder actually make Dumb Starbucks?

In the episode, Fielder attempts to help a struggling coffee shop by renaming it Dumb Starbucks, a parody of the American coffee company and coffeehouse chain. While producing the episode, the actual Dumb Starbucks location provoked real international media coverage.

Why was Nathan for you canceled?

The series ran for four seasons. In October 2018, Comedy Central confirmed that Nathan For You had ended, with Fielder deciding to focus on other projects.

Will Dumb Starbucks hurt Starbucks stock?

Q: Will “Dumb Starbucks” hurt Starbucks’ stock? A: Companies frequently endure parodies and lampoons of their brands. Starbucks responded with a smile, admitting to the humor but saying it would work with the company to protect its trademark. Shares are down about 2% since the Dumb Starbucks incident started.

Did Dumb Starbucks close?

The imitation coffee chain, aware of its mind-boggling business model, claims its existence at 1802 Hillhurst Avenue is allowed thanks to “parody law” in a Frequently Asked Questions list posted via Twitter. “That does it, I’m opening a parody coffee shop called ‘Not Dumb Starbucks,” @Abobrow said.

Is Nathan For You fake?

The simple fact is that everything about the show is real – even Fielder says that he is playing an exaggerated version of himself, as he has struggled with his social anxiety problems for years. Their reactions to the bizarre things that Nathan says are very real and are what makes the show so funny.

Where is Nathan for You now?

Following the end of Nathan for You on Comedy Central in 2017, Nathan Fielder is now preparing to launch his next television series. The actor and comedian is set to write, direct, executive produce, and star in the comedy series The Rehearsal for HBO.

What happened to Dumb Starbucks coffee?

The Los Angeles County Health Department shut down the Dumb Starbucks on Monday just as the man behind the faux coffee shop in Los Feliz revealed he was the host of a Comedy Central TV show. The shop was closed for operating without a health permit, the department told The Times.

Where is Nathan For You now?

Does Nathan for you have a Starbucks?

Fielder’s show, “Nathan For You,” is a docu-reality comedy show in which Fielder uses his background in business to offer up new, non-traditional business strategies. Despite the revelation of the Dumb Starbucks owner’s comedy background, Fielder would not say whether the store was part of his show. The show’s slogan, “Real People.

What is the Dumb Starbucks logo?

The logo adorning the Dumb Starbucks storefront and coffee cups is that of the actual Starbucks, but with the word “dumb.” The same protocol applies to the entire menu, down to the “dumb” tall, grande and venti sizes.

Why did Dumb Starbucks close down?

“Dumb Starbucks” Forced to Close After Owner Reveals Himself as Comedy Central Show Host Within a couple of hours after the owner publicly spoke out about the parody shop, the health department slapped a notice of closure on the front doors By Christina Cocca • Published February 10, 2014 • Updated on February 11, 2014 at 9:23 am