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19 Films & Documentaries About Investing

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  1. 1The China HustleMovie · 2018 · 84m · DocumentaryThis is a chilling and revealing story set in the world of Wall Street. It follows Chinese companies, the American stock market, and the ruthless pursuit of profit behind a massive, little-known financial scheme.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2
  2. 2Charles Ponzi: The DocumentaryMovie · 2020 · 73mCharles Ponzi, an Italian-born con artist, gained international notoriety in the early 1920s for his elaborate money-making scheme operating in the United States and Canada. This documentary chronicles Ponzi’s life, beginning with his childhood in Lugo, Italy, and following his rise to prominence in Boston, Massachusetts. It details his scheme, his imprisonment, deportation, and the aftermath of its collapse. The film is written and narrated by Patrick Boyle, a fund manager and finance professor at King's College London.IMDb 7.3
  3. 3How to Win the Loser's GameMovie · 2014 · 81mSensible Investing's documentary features interviews with leading figures in finance. It seeks to equip everyday investors with essential knowledge and encourages the investment industry to provide better value for its customers.
  4. 4Too 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.Stream onIMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0
  5. 5The Foster PortfolioMovie · 2017 · 19mThe Foster Portfolio, adapted from a short story by Kurt Vonnegut, Jr., is a quirky, mid-century story about a young investment advisor. He learns his client, who appears to be broke, is actually concealing a million-dollar inheritance. The client is hiding this wealth to cover up a secret, double life.Stream onIMDb 8.1
  6. 6Betting on ZeroMovie · 2016 · 104m · DocumentaryBill Ackman, a well-known hedge fund manager, has launched a campaign to prove that Herbalife, a major nutritional company, is actually a massive pyramid scheme. Herbalife executives, however, accuse Ackman of trying to destroy their company through market manipulation, hoping to profit from his substantial investment in betting against their stock.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 7.1
  7. 7Trading 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.Stream onIMDb 7.5TMDB 7.2
  8. 8The 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.Stream onIMDb 8.2TMDB 8.0
  9. 9Margin 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.Stream onIMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9
  10. 10Dead Man's Switch: A Crypto MysteryMovie · 2021 · 78mThis gripping thriller follows a brilliant Canadian blockchain expert who died unexpectedly on his honeymoon in India, leaving his investors questioning the whereabouts of their $200 million. Has the money disappeared into the digital world, or is it securely hidden behind passwords?Stream onIMDb 6.3TMDB 7.0
  11. 11The 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.Stream onIMDb 8.0TMDB 7.6
  12. 12Enron: 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.Stream onIMDb 7.5TMDB 7.1
  13. 13Inside 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.Stream onIMDb 8.2TMDB 7.7
  14. 14Boiler 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.Stream onIMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7
  15. 15WeWork: or The Making and Breaking of a $47 Billion UnicornMovie · 2021 · 104m · DocumentaryThis is the story of WeWork, one of the most spectacular corporate collapses of the past few years, and the charismatic but troubled leader who built it: Adam Neumann. It explores the company's meteoric rise and its dramatic downfall.Stream onIMDb 6.6TMDB 6.6
  16. 16FlooredMovie · 2009 · 77mInside the high-stakes trading floors of downtown Chicago, a chaotic world of ambition unfolds. Men use coded hand signals to trade commodities like pork and soybeans, bearing the weight of the nation's economy. Success brings wealth beyond their expectations, but mistakes can be devastating. Against a backdrop of stock market turmoil and economic uncertainty, FLOORED offers an unflinching look at the hidden world of financial trading.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.4
  17. 17The Retirement GambleMovie · 2013 · 53m"The Retirement Gamble" exposes how Wall Street profits through fees, self-dealing, and kickbacks, jeopardizing people's retirement security. The film asks who truly prioritizes consumers' well-being and whether alternative retirement management options exist.
  18. 18Wall 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.Stream onIMDb 6.2TMDB 6.1
  19. 19Capitalism: 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.Stream onIMDb 7.4TMDB 7.1