Netflix is producing a documentary titled "Big Chicken: A Fast Food Conspiracy" featuring comedian Mo Gilligan [1].

The project marks a shift for Gilligan, as it is his first non-comedic venture for the streaming service [2]. By focusing on the global mass consumption of chicken, the film aims to examine the systemic nature of fast food [2].

To prepare for the documentary, Gilligan lived on a diet consisting exclusively of fried chicken for four weeks [3]. This immersive approach mirrors the methodology of previous food-based social experiments.

"Kind of like, well, 2019’s ‘Super Size Me 2,’" Gilligan said [3].

The production took place in the UK, where Gilligan documented the effects of the restrictive diet [3]. The film will explore how the industry promotes such high levels of consumption on a global scale [2].

“"Kind of like, well, 2019’s ‘Super Size Me 2.’"”

This documentary follows a trend of 'experiential' journalism where public figures subject themselves to extreme dietary restrictions to highlight corporate influence on public health. By transitioning from comedy to a documentary format, Gilligan is leveraging his platform to critique the industrialization of the global food supply chain.