"A story about a kid with a dream. And the company that sold it to him."

2022

1 Seasons

4 Episodes

6.6(109 votes)

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Overview

When a 20-year-old attempts to win a fighter jet in a Pepsi sweepstakes, he sets the stage for a David versus Goliath court battle for the history books.

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John Leonard

Self - The Kid with the Idea

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Michael Patti

Self - Former Creative Director

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Todd Hoffman

Self - The Investor

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Brian Swette

Self - Form CMO - Pepsi

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Linda Leonard

Self - John's Mom

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Jeff Mordos

Self - Former COO - Pepsi's Ad Agency

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Michael Davis

John Leonard

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Jason Fielders

Todd Hoffman

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