"The Donut King" presents a captivating immigrant narrative featuring Ted Ngoy, a Cambodian refugee who landed in California during the 1970s. Combining hard work and serendipity, Ngoy transformed his life by establishing a thriving donut business that flourished across the West Coast, evolving into a multi-million dollar empire. The film explores his remarkable journey, highlighting the challenges and triumphs he faced along the way, all while showcasing the cultural significance of donuts in his new homeland.
Show
Independent Lens
Episode
S22E12
Air Date
May 24, 2021
Season 22 Episodes
S22E01
Feels Good Man
S22E02
Represent
S22E03
Jonathan Scott's Power Trip
S22E04
Belly of the Beast
S22E05
A Woman’s Work: The NFL’s Cheerleader Problem
S22E06
A Day in the Life of America / American Nomads
S22E07
9to5: The Story of a Movement
S22E08
Women in Blue
S22E09
Mr. SOUL!
S22E10
Coded Bias
S22E12
The Donut King
S22E13
Two Gods
S22E14
The People vs. Agent Orange