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The Food That Built America

Series Overview

The fascinating stories of the families behind the food that built America, those who used brains, muscle, blood, sweat and tears to get to America's heart through its stomach, those who invented new technologies and helped win wars.

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Returning SeriesIn ProductionDocumentary
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Episodes & Seasons

7 Seasons • 83 Episodes

43–86 min per episode

Air Date Window

2019 – Present

Premiered: Sun, Aug 11, 2019

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Sun, Jul 26, 2026

Season 7, Episode 14: “Say Yes to the Dressing”

Richard Hellmann deli's mayonnaise launches America's condiment revolution.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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Primary: TV-PG

TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-PG

Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

Canada14+

14+ Parents Strongly Cautioned.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Food That Built America

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What is The Food That Built America about?

The fascinating stories of the families behind the food that built America, those who used brains, muscle, blood, sweat and tears to get to America's heart through its stomach, those who invented new technologies and helped win wars.

How many seasons does The Food That Built America have?

The Food That Built America comprises 7 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in The Food That Built America?

Key cast members in The Food That Built America include Adam Richman, Campbell Scott, Jason Liebig.

Who created or directed The Food That Built America?

The Food That Built America was developed and directed by Not specified.