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James Can Eat

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James Can Eat is a gripping documentary feature that follows the extraordinary rise of James Webb, Australia's top-ranked competitive eater and the fourth in the world, as he battles physical limits, personal setbacks, and global rivals in his quest to dethrone eating icon Joey Chestnut. From smashing records like devouring 59.5 donuts in a sitting to recovering from a near-paralyzing illness, Webb's journey unfolds through raw, intimate moments with his family, reflections on his abandoned soccer career, and his viral leap into fame. The film delves into the grueling training, health consequences, and ethical controversies of the sport, culminating in a dramatic showdown at the Nathan's Hotdog Eating Contest, where chaos threatens to derail everything. At its core, James Can Eat is a story of resilience, obsession, and the human drive to be the best--no matter the cost.

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Stephen Silver The SS Ben Hecht There have been a few documentaries already about the world of competitive eating, but this one is a bit different Sep 7, 2025 Full Review Patrick McDonald HollywoodChicago.com An ardent and one-of-the-kind observation of the world of Major League Eating (MLE) through up-and-comer Australian James Webb. The film is not afraid to strip away artifice & show the obsession and clear weirdness of competition eaters. Only in America! Rated: 4/5 Aug 23, 2025 Full Review Christopher Campbell Nonfics (Substack) My only complaint about the film, which I’d otherwise recommend to anyone curious about this world, is that it occasionally gets sidetracked. Aug 22, 2025 Full Review Louisa Moore Screen Zealots A one-of-a-kind look at a man who is chasing his calling while wrestling with the consequences. This is a documentary that will either leave you inspired, horrified, or simply in awe of just how much one guy can eat. Perhaps even all three. Aug 21, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews
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Vlad Yudin

Director

James Webb

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Joey Chestnut

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George Shea

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Edwin Mejia Jr.

Producer

Vlad Yudin

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Synopsis James Can Eat is a gripping documentary feature that follows the extraordinary rise of James Webb, Australia's top-ranked competitive eater and the fourth in the world, as he battles physical limits, personal setbacks, and global rivals in his quest to dethrone eating icon Joey Chestnut. From smashing records like devouring 59.5 donuts in a sitting to recovering from a near-paralyzing illness, Webb's journey unfolds through raw, intimate moments with his family, reflections on his abandoned soccer career, and his viral leap into fame. The film delves into the grueling training, health consequences, and ethical controversies of the sport, culminating in a dramatic showdown at the Nathan's Hotdog Eating Contest, where chaos threatens to derail everything. At its core, James Can Eat is a story of resilience, obsession, and the human drive to be the best--no matter the cost.
Director
Vlad Yudin
Producer
Edwin Mejia Jr., Vlad Yudin
Distributor
The Vladar Company
Genre
Biography, Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Aug 22, 2025
Runtime
1h 47m