More than $24 million in prizes were fraudulently claimed during the McDonald's Monopoly game scam of the 1990s.
“Everyone played it. One man rigged it.”
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More than $24 million in prizes were fraudulently claimed during the McDonald's Monopoly game scam of the 1990s.
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Synopsis
In the 1990s, a McDonald's Monopoly game scam unfolded, orchestrated by security officer Jerome Jacobson. Prizewinners and FBI agents recount their experiences in the investigation that exposed Jacobson's fraudulent scheme. The documentary details how Jacobson manipulated the game to steal millions in prizes from unsuspecting participants. It spans 336 minutes, providing a comprehensive look at the case and its implications for the fast-food giant.
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Why Watch
- Meet the FBI agents who cracked the case.
- Find out how $24 million was stolen.
- See interviews with actual prizewinners.
Did You Know
- The scam involved over $24 million in fraudulent winnings.
- The investigation led to the arrest of the security officer in 2001.
- More than 50 people were implicated in the scheme.
- The Monopoly game was a marketing strategy for McDonald's since 1987.
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What was the McDonald's Monopoly game scam?
The McDonald's Monopoly game scam was a scheme during the 1990s where a security officer rigged the game to embezzle millions of dollars in prize money.
Who were the main participants in the McDonald's Monopoly scam?
The main participants included prizewinners and FBI agents who investigated the case.
What year was the documentary McMillion$ released?
McMillion$ was released in 2020.
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