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How Fast Can You Eat A Pickled Egg?

A man shows his open mouth after having eaten a pickled egg
Two men write names and times on a board measuring times of how fast people eat pickled eggs
A man is in a pub ready to eat a pickled egg while another man holds a phone ready to time him

Synopsis

The Cock Tavern is no ordinary East London pub. Renowned for its real ales and larger-than-life regulars it also plays host to one of the capital’s quirkiest underground traditions: the pickled egg eating competition.
This short documentary dives headfirst into the ritual, capturing the characters, chaos, and community spirit that make the event truly unforgettable. From local legends chasing eternal glory to wide-eyed newcomers testing their limits, the film is a funny and heartfelt portrait of a place where tradition is steeped in vinegar - and victory tastes oddly sulphuric.
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Details

Year
2025
Type of project
Shorts
Running time
13 min 12 sec
Format
Digital 4K
Director
Daniel England
Producer
Daniel England, David Lankester, Diva Rodriguez
Editor
Daniel England, David Lankester
Director of Photography
David Lankester
Sound
Jack Wiles
Composer
Little Canyon Collective

Genre

Comedy Sport

Categories

Documentary

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

Enjoy Your Egg Films

Daniel England

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