147 Business-Themed Films
147 titles
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Glengarry Glen RossMovie · 1992 · 100m · Crime, Drama, MysteryIn a competitive Chicago real estate office, tension rises when the company announces a mass layoff, with only the top two employees spared. Shelley Levene, trying to provide for his sick daughter, pleads with his boss, John Williamson, for better leads. When Dave Moss suggests a risky plan to steal those leads, the situation changes for these driven salesmen. This intense drama follows them as they navigate fierce competition and questionable methods in their fight to keep their jobs in the demanding world of real estate.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.3 - 102
The Secret of My SuccessMovie · 1987 · 111m · ComedyBrantley Foster, a Kansas native with aspirations for New York, struggles to find his footing in the city. He faces difficulties finding work and romance, eventually taking an entry-level job in the mailroom of his uncle's successful company, Howard Prescott Enterprises. As Brantley adapts to the demanding pace, he learns that genuine connections and dedication are key to success amidst ambition and rivalry. His journey becomes one of self-discovery, exploring themes of love, friendship, and perseverance, showing how his background and resolve shape his experience in Manhattan.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.5 - 103
The InsiderMovie · 1999 · 158m · Drama, ThrillerA driven scientist risks everything when he agrees to reveal his research on how the tobacco industry operates to a major news outlet. As he prepares for the interview, powerful interests try to undermine him and his work. Caught in a web of corporate manipulation and personal attacks, he must decide whether to stay quiet to protect himself or fight for the truth, even if it destroys his career. This intense drama reveals the extent of industry power and the difficult fight for justice against powerful enemies.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.5 - 104
Brewster's MillionsMovie · 1985 · 97m · ComedyBrewster, a retired baseball player, unexpectedly inherits a fortune: $300 million, contingent on spending $30 million in a single month—secretly and without a paper trail. This comical quest to maintain secrecy in his small town becomes a heartwarming journey as Brewster attempts the seemingly impossible, all while learning life lessons about what truly matters. The film blends comedy, drama, and personal growth against the backdrop of baseball, offering an engaging experience for everyone.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.6 - 105
The Cutting Edge: The Magic of Movie EditingMovie · 2004 · 98m · Documentary, HistoryThis documentary explores the craft of film editing. It features excerpts from numerous influential movies showcasing distinctive and inventive editing techniques.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.0 - 106
Other People's MoneyMovie · 1991 · 103m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceThis drama follows an ambitious businessman who wants to take over a small, family-run company. The company's owner enlists the help of his wife's sharp and attractive daughter – a lawyer – to save his business. As the legal fight heats up, the businessman becomes increasingly drawn to the young woman, complicating their professional and personal lives. The film examines loyalty, honesty, and the power struggles common in the corporate world.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.1 - 107
Let's Make MoneyMovie · 2008 · 110m · DocumentaryErwin Wagenhofer's 2008 documentary, *Let's Make Money*, examines the evolution of the global financial system. It explores various facets of this development.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.5 - 108
SyrupMovie · 2013 · 90m · Drama, ComedyA laid-back guy comes up with a plan that could make him a millionaire. To make it happen, he needs to work with a sharp woman in the corporate world, and learn to trust her. Based on the novel by Max Barry.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.5 - 109
American PsychoMovie · 2000 · 102m · Thriller, Drama, CrimeA successful New York investment banker keeps a hidden side from his colleagues and friends: a darker, more violent personality. He increasingly indulges in disturbing, irrational fantasies.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.4 - 110
Swimming with SharksMovie · 1994 · 93m · Crime, ComedyThis dark comedy follows Guy, an ambitious young film executive, as he climbs the Hollywood ladder. He takes a job with Buddy Ackerman, a ruthless and manipulative producer. While navigating this dangerous environment, Guy finds his relationship with his girlfriend Dawn is also built on deception.
Driven by revenge, Guy kidnaps Buddy Ackerman and subjects him to cruel punishments. This twisted revenge plot reveals the dark side of ambition, loyalty, and morality in Hollywood. The film satirizes the price of success, exploring how far someone will go for fame.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.6 - 111
Horrible BossesMovie · 2011 · 98m · Comedy, CrimeNick, Kurt, and Dale are desperate to escape their awful jobs. Quitting isn't a possibility, so fueled by alcohol and questionable advice from a former criminal, they hatch a complicated plan to get rid of their bosses – for good.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.6 - 112
Indie Game: The MovieMovie · 2012 · 103m · DocumentaryThis film chronicles the intense experiences of video game developers as they bring their creations to life and release them to players worldwide. It’s a story about the process of making video games, fundamentally exploring the act of creative expression and the vulnerability inherent in sharing one's work with the public.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.5 - 113
Four HorsemenMovie · 2012 · 97m · DocumentaryThis documentary examines the contemporary apocalypse triggered by an unchecked banking system. Twenty-three prominent thinkers, disillusioned with the limitations of their fields, offer their perspectives on how the world functions.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.2 - 114
The Devil Wears PradaMovie · 2006 · 109m · Drama, ComedyAndy relocates to New York for a job in fashion. Her boss is relentlessly demanding and unforgiving, consistently blocking her progress if she doesn't conform to the magazine's strict standards of high-class elegance.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.4 - 115
Boiler RoomMovie · 2000 · 118m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerA college dropout lands a job as a broker at a suburban investment firm and quickly rises through the ranks. However, the firm's business practices may not be entirely legal.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7 - 116
The Big KahunaMovie · 1999 · 90m · Comedy, DramaThree salesmen from a failing industrial lubricant company anxiously await Dick Fuller, their most important potential client, at a convention. While waiting, they joke around and talk about their lives, sharing their hopes, worries, and aspirations. A deal with the influential Mr. Fuller is essential to saving the company from bankruptcy. As the night unfolds, the salesmen navigate funny and uncomfortable situations, using their sales skills and revealing personal details about themselves as they wait for Mr. Fuller to arrive.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.8 - 117
The FirmMovie · 1993 · 154m · Drama, Mystery, ThrillerMitch McDeere is poised for a successful legal career, about to take the Bar exam. He accepts a tempting offer from a prestigious law firm, "The Firm," drawn in by promises of wealth and luxury. But the firm hides a dangerous secret when two associates are murdered.
As Mitch struggles with his conscience, the FBI begins investigating, forcing him into a difficult position. He must choose between cooperating with the FBI or remaining loyal to "The Firm," realizing that either decision will cost him everything he holds dear. Mitch then undertakes a personal quest to resolve this moral conflict and regain control of his life before it's destroyed.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7 - 118
The Bonfire of the VanitiesMovie · 1990 · 125m · Comedy, DramaA wealthy Wall Street financier's life unravels after he's involved in a fatal hit-and-run accident involving a young African American man and his mistress. As the media focuses on the incident, an investigative journalist with his own problems begins to uncover the truth. The story reveals a complex network of deceit and exploitation as people try to profit from the situation. The resulting fight for power, redemption, and justice explores issues of race, injustice, and responsibility. The film is a stark look at how wealth and power affect people and communities, showing that everyone is accountable for their actions.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.6 - 119
The Walking DeadMovie · 2006 · 117m · DramaA down-on-his-luck salesman becomes responsible for his son just as he's about to start a major opportunity in his career.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.9 - 120
The Big ShortMovie · 2015 · 131m · Comedy, DramaThis is the story of the individuals who profited immensely from a worldwide financial crisis.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.4 - 121
12 Angry MenMovie · 1957 · 97m · DramaA young Spanish-American man is on trial for his father's murder. The prosecution and defense present a seemingly clear case, but the jury's deliberations reveal a deeper story. The jurors, each carrying their own biases, must confront their prejudices as they struggle to reach a unanimous verdict. The film is a tense and thoughtful look at how individual perspectives and group dynamics influence our understanding of justice.IMDb 9.0TMDB 8.6 - 122
A Shock to the SystemMovie · 1990 · 91m · Crime, ComedyGraham Marshall, a driven executive in advertising, struggles with financial pressures and marital problems while hoping for a promotion. His ambition is thwarted when a colleague takes the opportunity. Overwhelmed, Graham unintentionally kills a panhandler during a moment of anger. Seeking a way to regain control, he begins plotting "accidents" targeting his wife and boss. However, his plans start to fall apart as a missing lighter and a perceptive detective raise suspicions about his involvement in the death.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.4 - 123Jídlo s ručením omezenýmMovie · 2011
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ObjectifiedMovie · 2009 · 75m · DocumentaryThis film explores the intricate connection between us and the things we make – examining the world of design and the individuals who shape it.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.1 - 125
MoneyballMovie · 2011 · 134m · DramaThis is the true story of Billy Beane, the general manager of the Oakland Athletics, who revolutionized baseball by building a competitive team with limited financial resources. He used innovative computer analysis to identify undervalued players during the draft, proving that success wasn't solely about money.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.3 - 126
Up in the AirMovie · 2009 · 110m · Drama, RomanceRyan Bingham is a corporate recruiter who travels constantly for his job. He lives out of airports and hotels, and is close to achieving ten million frequent flyer miles. However, meeting a woman makes him question his detached lifestyle.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.9 - 127
FreakonomicsMovie · 2010 · 93m · DocumentaryLeading documentary filmmakers delve into the unseen aspects of the world around us.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 128
The Social NetworkMovie · 2010 · 121m · DramaIn 2003, Harvard student and computer programmer Mark Zuckerberg develops an idea that evolves into Facebook, the world's largest social network. By 2009, Zuckerberg has become one of the youngest billionaires, but his rapid success brings unexpected challenges. He faces two lawsuits: one from a former friend, creating significant personal and legal difficulties.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.4 - 129
Wall StreetMovie · 1987 · 126m · Crime, DramaThis is a story about a young stockbroker driven by ambition who will do anything to succeed. He teams up with a ruthless corporate raider, who quickly takes him under his wing. The older man shows the young broker the darker side of finance by sharing illegal inside information. This drama explores how easily people can compromise their morals and succumb to greed when chasing success.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.2 - 130
We Steal Secrets: The Story of WikiLeaksMovie · 2013 · 127m · DocumentaryJulian Assange, Bradley Manning, collateral damage, Cablegate, and WikiLeaks – these names and concepts have dramatically reshaped how democratic societies handle privacy, secrecy, and the public's right to know, with potential long-term consequences. *We Steal Secrets: The Story of WikiLeaks* provides a comprehensive look at WikiLeaks and the wider global discussion surrounding access to information.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.6 - 131
Middle MenMovie · 2009 · 105m · Drama, Comedy, CrimeThe film follows Jack Harris, an early figure in online business, as he grapples with his conscience while navigating a world filled with deceitful individuals: con artists, organized crime figures, drug users, and those involved in pornography.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.5 - 132
Banking on BitcoinMovie · 2016 · 90m · Documentary, HistoryBitcoin is a revolutionary technology unlike anything seen since the internet. Its creators aimed to challenge traditional financial systems and national control. After years of secret development, Bitcoin gained widespread attention and drew opposition from those who felt it threatened their power. Now, following major arrests of cybercriminals, Bitcoin faces its biggest challenge yet: the banks that initially sought to undermine it.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.3 - 133
CapitalMovie · 2012 · 114m · Drama, ThrillerThe powerful head of a major European investment bank fights to maintain control as an American hedge fund attempts a hostile takeover.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.1 - 134
A Beautiful MindMovie · 2001 · 135m · Drama, RomanceJohn Forbes Nash Jr. rises to fame as a brilliant but socially awkward mathematician, poised for international recognition after a major discovery. However, accepting a classified cryptography assignment draws him into a shadowy conspiracy. His life spirals into turmoil, forcing him to confront a difficult and deeply personal path toward understanding himself.IMDb 8.2TMDB 7.9 - 135
Working GirlMovie · 1988 · 114m · Comedy, Romance, DramaTess McGill is a driven secretary determined to climb the corporate ladder. When her boss suffers a skiing accident, Tess takes over her job, apartment, and even her clothes. She teams up with an attractive investment banker who could help her succeed or ruin her.
The film follows Tess as she navigates office politics while questioning her own principles. Using strategy and changing herself, she tests the limits of success and honesty in a cutthroat world. It’s a story about a woman willing to take chances and learn from her mistakes as she strives for the top.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.6 - 136
The ForecasterMovie · 2014 · 100m · DocumentaryMARTIN ARMSTRONG was a highly successful financial advisor in the US, known for using the mathematical constant pi to accurately forecast economic shifts. When powerful New York bankers invited him to participate in a plan to seize control of Russia, he declined to be involved in their scheme. Shortly after, the FBI raided his offices, charging him with a $3 billion Ponzi scheme – an attempt to silence him from revealing what he saw as the true crisis: the US's growing debt. Armstrong believed this debt was on the verge of collapse after October 1, 2015, a date he predicted would mark a significant economic turning point, linked to the number pi.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8 - 137
Giants and ToysMovie · 1958 · 95m · Comedy, DramaNishi, a driven advertising executive, leads the effort to launch a revolutionary new caramel product. Facing fierce competition from other companies, her team is under immense pressure to develop a standout marketing campaign. As the deadline approaches, Nishi navigates corporate politics, devises innovative advertising strategies, and confronts personal challenges to ensure the success of the company's caramel launch. The film explores ambition, teamwork, and self-discovery against a backdrop of intense office rivalries and the lengths one woman will go to achieve her goals in a competitive environment.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9 - 138
American FactoryMovie · 2019 · 110m · DocumentaryIn a post-industrial Ohio town, a Chinese billionaire establishes a factory in a former General Motors plant, employing two thousand American workers. Initial optimism fades as the advanced technology of China encounters the realities of the American workforce.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2 - 139
Michael ClaytonMovie · 2007 · 120m · Drama, Thriller, CrimeWhen a lawyer on a major class-action case against a chemical company suffers a mental breakdown, the firm calls in their specialist to clean up the mess.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.8 - 140
Money as DebtMovie · 2006 · 47mIn a concise 47-minute animated film, Paul Grignon clearly explains the nature of money and its creation using straightforward visuals.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.3 - 141
Billion Dollar DayMovie · 1985 · 30mBillion Dollar Day is a 1985 documentary by the BBC that follows three currency traders in New York, London, and Hong Kong throughout a single day. The film captures the challenges and dedication required in the high-stakes world of international finance, where over a billion dollars are traded in GBP, USD, and German Marks. Considered influential in both business education and the currency trading community, it's a landmark film in its field.IMDb 7.8TMDB 10.0 - 142
PiMovie · 1998 · 84m · Mystery, Drama, ThrillerA brilliant mathematician discovers hidden patterns in the universe, giving him an uncanny ability to predict the future. Driven by a desire to understand reality, he immerses himself in the world of numbers, seeking to solve its deepest mysteries. But as his exploration deepens, the distinction between reality and illusion fades, and his understanding of cause and effect becomes distorted. Will his gift allow him to control destiny, or will it lead him to madness?IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1 - 143
Il PostoMovie · 1961 · 98m · DramaDomenico leaves his small hometown for the vibrant city of Milan, marking a turning point in his life. Burdened by family debts, he chooses to help his loved ones, taking a messenger job at a large company as a temporary solution instead of pursuing further schooling. The repetitive nature of his work clashes with his aspirations, but he finds encouragement in Antonietta. They connect over shared difficulties and dreams, building a connection amidst the routine of their days. As they navigate work and relationships, Domenico and Antonietta must decide if the pressures of the corporate world will crush their ambitions or if their strength will lead them to personal fulfillment.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.6 - 144
The SecretMovie · 2006 · 90m · DocumentaryThis film features interviews with prominent authors, philosophers, and scientists, exploring the Law of Attraction in detail. It demonstrates how viewers can learn about and apply the principles of "The Secret" to their daily experiences.IMDb 5.5TMDB 6.5 - 145
Local HeroMovie · 1983 · 111mAn American oil company dispatches an agent to Scotland with the task of acquiring an entire village for a planned refinery. However, the acquisition process encounters unforeseen complications.IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.8 - 146
The Light Bulb ConspiracyMovie · 2010 · 75m · DocumentaryFor decades, products were designed to endure. But in the 1920s, some business leaders discovered that longer-lasting goods meant lower profits. This led to Planned Obsolescence – the practice of designing products to become unusable after a certain period. This documentary uses investigative research and archival footage, along with insights from experts seeking economic and environmental solutions, to explore the history of this practice, its widespread adoption, and its recent decline.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.6 - 147
A Good YearMovie · 2006 · 117m · Comedy, Drama, RomanceMax Skinner, a London banker, inherits his uncle's vineyard in Provence, a place he fondly remembers from childhood. There, he encounters a woman from California who claims to be his cousin and asserts ownership of the estate.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7
