1851

A famed New York City coffee shop&nbsp;<a href="https://laughingmancoffee.com/pages/about-us1?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=hugh-jackman-laughing-man-coffee-tea-co-starts-franchising-2725557" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">co-founded by Hollywood star Hugh Jackman</a> is expanding through a national franchise program, the company announced this week in a press release.<a href="https://laughingmancoffee.com/pages/franchise?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=hugh-jackman-laughing-man-coffee-tea-co-starts-franchising-2725557" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Laughing Man Coffee &amp; Tea Co.</a> has been a staple in the Manhattan neighborhood of Tribeca since 2009. In the statement, the coffee shop concept promised investors “an exceptional brand position, high-level media exposure, best-in-class leadership, cost-conscious, design and initial training and ongoing business coaching.”&nbsp;“We've long been asked when we'd be opening Laughing Man Cafes in new communities, and I am thrilled to announce that we are now expanding the Laughing Man brand, mission and community through franchises,” Laughing Man co-founder&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidsteingard/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=hugh-jackman-laughing-man-coffee-tea-co-starts-franchising-2725557" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">David Steingard</a> said.. “We've assembled a best-in-class team with more than 100 years of combined experience who will work to grow with franchise locations with industry-leading systems, methodical expansion strategy and commitment to our franchisees.”The Laughing Man brand and its “ALL BE HAPPY” mission were inspired by a trip to Ethiopia: Jackman wanted to explore the origins and growing methods of the country’s coffee beans. A local coffee farmer named Dukale, his family and their work sparked in the actor an elevated perspective on community, humanity and the role coffee plays in it all.The founders also launched a charity, the&nbsp;<a href="https://laughingmancoffee.com/pages/foundation?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=hugh-jackman-laughing-man-coffee-tea-co-starts-franchising-2725557" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Laughing Man Foundation</a>, to bolster coffee-farming communities through educational programs and by selling tea, apparel and fair-trade coffee.The coffee shop has been featured in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gq.com/story/coffee-obsession?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=hugh-jackman-laughing-man-coffee-tea-co-starts-franchising-2725557" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">GQ</a> and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.mashed.com/1527946/celebrity-coffee-brands-ranked/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=hugh-jackman-laughing-man-coffee-tea-co-starts-franchising-2725557" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Mashed</a>.The launch of a franchise program creates opportunity for entrepreneurs who share in the company’s ethos, according to Steingard: “The growth of Laughing Man will be built with franchisees who not only see an outstanding business opportunity but who believe in our mission of ALL BE HAPPY!"

Hugh Jackman co-founded Laughing Man Coffee & Tea Co, which just launched a franchise program

Hugh Jackman’s Laughing Man Coffee & Tea Co. Is Franchising

1851 Franchise

Laughing Man Coffee & Tea Co. looks to expand its business and “ALL BE HAPPY” mission with entrepreneurs that share its vision.

Tribeca Coffee Shop Founded by Hugh Jackman Launches Franchise Program

hugh-jackman-laughing-man-coffee-tea-co-starts-franchising

Layne's Chicken Fingers

image of laynes chicken finger restaurant with 4 hands holding cups in the air to celebrate 

 Layne’s Chicken Fingers Crosses Mid-Year Mark With 11 New Restaurants Opened, Including the First Time the Brand has Seen Two Openings on the Same Day on July 14

laynes-chicken-franchise-growth-2025

HomeTeam Inspection Service

image of an employee from home team checking an outlet with an ipad

HomeTeam Inspection Service Franchise Owners Diversify Income With Multi-Service Model

hometeam-inspection-service-revenue-streams

Right at Home

image of jennifer selden right at home franchisee for a webinar with nick powills

Right at Home Franchise Owner Jennifer Selden To Share Franchise Journey, Sparked by Personal Care Experiences

jennifer-selden-right-at-home-franchise-journey-webinar

Paris Baguette Canada

image of a paris baguette bakery cafe latte with delicious food, croissants, and pastries

What Paris Baguette Franchisees Have To Say About Their Experiences

paris-baguette-franchise-canada-eric-chang

image of right at home franchisee gregory brewer for a webinar with nick powills

Gregory Brewer To Share 20-Year Franchise Journey With Right at Home in Upcoming Webinar

gregory-brewer-right-at-home-franchise-winston-salem-webinar

Buying a Franchise Masterclass

 Franchise Opportunities

Get Support Buying a Franchise

How to Buy a Franchise White Paper

How to Buy a Franchise

How to Sell Franchises

How to Grow a Franchise

Find a Franchise Supplier

1851 Franchise Opportunities

Franchisor News

Franchisor Power Rankings

FranCamp Mastermind Summit

Franchise Development Website Builder

Franchise Resources

What ALEC-Laffer's Report Means for Franchising

Website Awards

Power Rankings

About 1851

Advertise on 1851

Contact 1851 Editorial

Terms of Use

1851 Login

GROWTH CLUB LOGIN

facebook

instagram

twitter

linkedin

youtube

AI Is Reshaping Franchising: $100 Billion Valuations and Hyper-Localized Advertising

ai-is-reshaping-franchising-100-billion-valuations-and-hyper-localized-advertising

Mega Franchisee Sizzling Platter Acquired by Bain Capital

mega-franchisee-sizzling-platter-acquired-by-bain-capital

Wendy's CEO Kirk Tanner Steps Down - Breaking News - 1851 Franchise

Wendy’s CEO Kirk Tanner Steps Down Amid Challenges, Leaving Franchisees Facing Uncertainty

wendys-ceo-transition-kirk-tanner-franchisee-uncertainty

"Come in, We're OPEN" sign against abstract background

Small Business Optimism Dips, Raising Concerns for Franchise Owners

small-business-optimism-dips-raising-concerns-for-franchise-owners

Photo of Roof Scientist truck and trailer

Roof Scientist Expands Into Northern Indianapolis as Entrepreneur Dale Speckman Launches New Business in Fishers

roof-scientist-expands-into-northern-indianapolis

Unlocking Superpowers: How KidStrong Is Building the Next Generation of Confident Kids — and Thriving Franchise Owners

kidstrong-franchise-confident-kids

Jollibee -Launch-Story-Brand-Page-Deep-Dive-2025

Jollibee Franchise Costs, Fees, Profit and Data for 2025

jollibee-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-for-2025

Picture of kids for franchise business Kidstrong which focuses on child development and fitness

KidStrong Is Pediatrician-Recommended for Raising Confident, Capable Kids and Families Can't Get Enough

kidstrong-child-development-program

Image of a kid growing up, developing with kidstrong, high fiving and smiling. 

How KidStrong has Become the Franchise Disrupting Child Development by Partnering with Purpose-Driven Franchise Owners 

kidstrong-franchise-opportunity-child-development

Hooters Leans Into Franchising With Closure of 30 Company-Owned Stores - Agg - 1851 Franchise

Hooters Leans Into Franchising With Closure of 30 Company-Owned Stores

hooters-franchise-model-company-owned-closures

Blending Tech, Hospitality and Health Care: How Three Women From Different Worlds Came Together to Build a Paris Baguette Franchise

paris-baguette-franchise-flower-mound-texas

The Ultimate Guide to Selling Franchises: How To Create a Strong Incentive

how-to-build-strong-incentives-to-attract-prospective-franchisees

Hely and Hiral Patel Bring Their Longtime Dream to Life With The Brass Tap

brass-tap-franchise-pasadena-maryland-hely-hiral-patel

Sola Salons Franchisee Grows Salon Freedom Into a Multi-State Powerhouse 

Tribeca Coffee Shop Founded by Hugh Jackman Launches Franchise Program

MORE STORIES LIKE THIS