Hershey
The true story of an American dreamer.
2026 • 110 min • Drama · History · Romance
Synopsis
Based on the life of Milton Hershey, founder of the iconic Hershey chocolate company. Milton's grit and determination to conquer the world of candy-making propel him from bankruptcy to monumental success, and the love of his life, Kitty, helps him build a legacy sweeter than any candy bar. But when Kitty falls ill, Milton’s wild optimism teeters on the edge of destruction, and she sparks an even bolder dream: to leave their fortune in the hands of America’s orphans.
Our family guide
Best from age 8Based on the true story of Milton Hershey, this film follows his journey from humble beginnings to building a chocolate empire with his beloved wife, Kitty. When Kitty falls ill, their shared dream shifts, inspiring a unique legacy for America's orphans. It’s a tale of ambition, love, and generosity.
- Violence & peril
- 1/10
- Language
- 1/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 1/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 2/10
- Scary moments
- 2/10
Heads up
- Discussions of illness and loss
- Some emotional moments
- Brief moments of financial struggle
What it models well
- Perseverance and grit
- Philanthropy and generosity
- Love and partnership
- Leaving a lasting legacy
Talk about it after
- Overcoming challenges and failures
- The importance of giving back
- Understanding chronic illness
- How love can inspire great deeds
Written by the Movie Knight editorial team for Hershey. Our own words, our own scoring — always double-check against your family's standards.
Top billed cast
Director: Mark Waters • Crew: Timothy Michael Hayes, Sharon Paul
Trailers & clips
Official Trailer
HERSHEY First Look
Reviewer notes
No critic reviews aggregated yet.
Fan reviews
Sign in to rate and reviewBe the first fan to review this.
Gallery
Details
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Post Production
- IMDb
- tt17055444
- Official site
- www.angel.com
