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Burger King / USA / 2007Experiential · PR Stunts

Whopper Freakout.

Burger King told real customers the Whopper had been discontinued and filmed their angry reactions, proving how much people loved it.

Brand
Burger King
Market
USA
Region
Global
Year
2007

The idea

Hidden cameras in a Las Vegas restaurant recorded diners told the Whopper was off the menu, then others secretly served a rival's burger instead. The footage became a documentary-style campaign online and on TV.

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