29 Films About Finance and Deceit
29 titles
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TraderMovie · 1987 · 56mCaptured before the October 1987 stock market crash, this one-hour documentary offers a compelling look at Paul Tudor Jones II. He shares his unique perspective on futures trading and explains the dynamics of this fast-paced, high-stakes environment. The film also explores Jones' prediction that the United States is approaching the conclusion of its two-century-long economic expansion.IMDb 7.3 - 2The PitMovie · 2009 · 64mDirector Johanna Lee’s documentary plunges into the intense, competitive world of coffee trading. It follows a group of traders as they navigate the New York Board of Trade, striving to earn a living. Their traditional methods are challenged when the rise of electronic trading threatens to make their way of life obsolete.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.2
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Too Big to FailMovie · 2011 · 97m · Drama, TV Movie, HistoryThis film offers a close examination of the 2008 financial crisis, exploring how a small group of influential figures rapidly shaped the future of the global economy.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0 - 4
RolloverMovie · 1981 · 116mA woman whose husband was the chairman of a petrochemical company and a banker auditing his new bank uncover a vast international financial plot. This scheme has the potential to trigger a worldwide economic collapse.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.1 - 5
The Last Days of Lehman BrothersMovie · 2009 · 60mFacing collapse, Lehman Brothers is the focus of an urgent meeting called by Treasury Secretary Hank Paulson with the leaders of Wall Street's major investment banks. After months of financial market chaos, the government is poised to allow Lehman Brothers to fail. Dick Fuld, Lehman's CEO and recently ousted from power, spends a frantic weekend attempting to save the company through mergers with Bank of America or Barclays. But without crucial support from Paulson and their rivals, Fuld's company – and the global economy – hangs precariously in the balance.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.5 - 6
The LaundromatMovie · 2019 · 96m · Crime, Drama, ComedyAfter losing her husband, a widow is cheated out of his life insurance. Determined to uncover the truth, she follows the money to Panama, where she encounters two shrewd lawyers known for managing hidden wealth for wealthy clients.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.0 - 7
The Wolf of Wall StreetMovie · 2013 · 180m · Crime, Drama, ComedyA New York stockbroker becomes a key witness in a major securities fraud case, exposing widespread corruption within Wall Street, corporate banking, and organized crime. Based on the true story of Jordan Belfort.IMDb 8.2TMDB 8.0 - 8
Margin CallMovie · 2011 · 108m · Thriller, DramaThis thriller follows the core group of individuals at an investment bank over the course of a single day as the financial crisis begins to unfold.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9 - 9
Trading PlacesMovie · 1983 · 116m · ComedyDuring Prohibition, Atlantic City becomes a haven for lawlessness where politics and organized crime are deeply intertwined. Nucky Thompson, a powerful figure serving as treasurer of the New Jersey town, expertly controls both the legitimate and illegal sides of its operations. A skilled politician and gangster, Nucky thrives in a world defined by corruption and power plays, consistently maintaining his dominance over the city.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2 - 10
EquityMovie · 2016 · 100m · DramaNaomi Bishop is a successful senior investment banker who excels in the cutthroat world of high finance. Her carefully constructed life is disrupted when a contentious initial public offering (IPO) jeopardizes the delicate power dynamics and secrets she relies on. Suddenly, Naomi is caught in a complex network of political maneuvering and lies.IMDb 5.6TMDB 5.6 - 11
Man on the RunMovie · 2023 · 98m · Documentary, Crime"The Grand Scheme" tells the story of Jho Low, a man who combined wealth and deception. This true story focuses on Low's clever manipulation and exploitation of Malaysia's 1MDB fund. The elaborate scam involved cooperation with Prime Minister Najib Razak, who facilitated the channeling of billions into private accounts globally. This allowed Low to live a lavish lifestyle, including attending Hollywood parties and funding Martin Scorsese's film 'The Wolf of Wall Street'. The film reveals the intricate corruption and excess at the heart of this story, prompting questions about the relationship between wealth, power, and fraud.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.6 - 12
The CorporationMovie · 2003 · 145m · DocumentaryFollowing a late 18th-century legal ruling that established corporations as legal persons, they have become a powerful force in global economics, politics, and society. This film offers a psychological exploration of this corporate "person" through various real-world examples. The analysis reveals a pattern of ruthless, amoral behavior. It highlights the significant danger this entity poses to our world and future, while also examining how courageous, intelligent individuals can work to counter it.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.6 - 13
Enron: The Smartest Guys in the RoomMovie · 2005 · 110m · DocumentaryThis documentary examines the Enron corporation, detailing its flawed and unethical business methods and the chain of events that ultimately caused its collapse.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.1 - 14
Barbarians at the GateMovie · 1993 · 107m · Comedy, Drama, TV MovieInspired by true events, the film tells the story of F. Ross Johnson's fight to save his struggling tobacco company, RJR Nabisco. After the failure of a new smokeless cigarette, Premier, Johnson makes a daring decision: he buys the entire company. The movie follows him through intense boardroom battles, strategic moves, and personal challenges as he pursues his ambition. It explores themes of leadership, corporate greed, and the high stakes involved in trying to keep a business alive.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.8 - 15
Inside JobMovie · 2010 · 109m · Documentary, CrimeThis film reveals the startling reality behind the 2008 economic crisis. The worldwide financial collapse, costing over $20 trillion, led to millions losing their homes and jobs. By thoroughly researching and interviewing key financial figures, politicians, and journalists, Inside Job examines the growth of a reckless industry and exposes how damaging connections have poisoned politics, regulation, and academia.IMDb 8.2TMDB 7.7 - 16
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 - 17
Inside Lehman BrothersMovie · 2018 · 85mFor the first time, the full story of a pivotal moment in the financial crisis is revealed. The film examines the collapse of Lehman Brothers and the decision to let the company fail, exploring the widespread impact on the global economy.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.7 - 18
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 - 19
The Panama PapersMovie · 2018 · 100m · Documentary, CrimeThis documentary film chronicles the largest global corruption scandal ever exposed, focusing on the hundreds of journalists who put themselves in danger to reveal the truth.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.7 - 20
Dumb MoneyMovie · 2023 · 105m · History, Comedy, DramaKeith Gill, a vlogger, invests his entire savings in GameStop stock and documents his journey online. His videos gain massive attention, sparking a widespread social media phenomenon that propels him and his followers to wealth. However, when this stock tip gains traction, powerful investors retaliate, leaving everyone involved facing unforeseen consequences and a complete upheaval of their lives.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 21
BitconnedMovie · 2024 · 95m · Documentary, CrimeThis true-crime documentary follows three men who took advantage of the rapidly growing cryptocurrency market. They defrauded investors, amassing millions of dollars and using the money to fund extravagant lifestyles.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.4 - 22
Rogue TraderMovie · 1999 · 101m · Drama, History, ThrillerRogue Trader tells the story of Nick Leeson, a driven and talented trader at Barings Bank. He initially thrives in the financial world, but his fortunes change when he secretly builds up massive losses of $1.4 billion in a hidden account. The film examines ambition, deceit, and the devastating effects of poor financial decisions within the intense world of high finance. It’s a compelling look at how one person's failures can destroy a long-standing company, revealing weaknesses in the industry along the way.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.9 - 23
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 - 24
Wall Street: Money Never SleepsMovie · 2010 · 133m · Drama, CrimeWith the world's economy facing collapse, a young Wall Street trader teams up with the infamous, disgraced corporate raider Gordon Gekko. Their mission has two parts: warn the financial world about the impending crisis, and uncover the truth behind the death of the trader's mentor.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.1 - 25
The FlawMovie · 2011 · 78mThis film explores the credit bubble that led to the global financial crash. Featuring interviews with prominent economists like Robert Shiller, Joseph Stiglitz, and Louis Hyman, alongside Wall Street figures and those affected by the crisis – including Ed Andrews, a former New York Times economics correspondent who lost his home to foreclosure, and Andrew Luan, a former Deutsche Bank bond trader now leading Wall Street tours – the documentary offers a detailed and insightful look at the dangerous convergence of factors that threatened to devastate the world economy.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.8 - 26
Capitalism: A Love StoryMovie · 2009 · 128m · Documentary, HistoryMichael Moore returns to his signature focus: how powerful corporations negatively affect the daily lives of Americans – and, by extension, people everywhere.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.1 - 27
DealersMovie · 1989 · 87mThe London office of Whitney Paine, a prominent American investment bank, faces a crisis after losing $100 million. One of their top traders, Tony Eisner, dies by suicide in the boardroom. As the firm seeks a replacement, many employees hope to take credit for saving the company. Daniel Pascoe, another leading trader, believes he is the obvious choice, but the firm hires Anna Schuman from America. Enraged, Daniel attempts to uncover damaging information about Anna, but unforeseen events are about to occur.IMDb 5.5TMDB 4.8 - 28
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 - 29
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
