17 Films About Wall Street and Finance
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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 - 2
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 - 3
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 - 4
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 - 5
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 - 6
The BankMovie · 2001 · 104m · Drama, ThrillerIn a ruthless world of greed and corruption, fortunes are made and lost in the blink of an eye. Jim Doyle, a brilliant but unconventional mathematician, has created a formula to forecast the stock market. He's recruited by the powerful O'Reilly, but to earn his place, Jim must demonstrate unwavering loyalty to O'Reilly's ruthless philosophy. But what are Jim's true intentions? And what secrets is he desperate to keep hidden?IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.6 - 7
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 - 8
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 - 9
Master of the UniverseMovie · 2013 · 88m · DocumentaryA top German investment expert, earning millions daily, now speaks from an empty bank building in Frankfurt, overlooking the city's modern skyline. In a revealing mix of monologue and interview, he shares his unsettlingly fascinating perspective from a world where illusions are the most valuable asset. Marc Bauder's 'Master of the Universe,' based on thorough research, offers a genuine look into the secretive financial world, where the protagonist sees himself as the ultimate authority. Unlike other films about the financial crisis, this drama explores the mindset that enabled it. It's a tense examination of how psychology and finance are deeply intertwined.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.2 - 10
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 - 11
Money for Nothing: Inside the Federal ReserveMovie · 2013 · 104mA century after its founding, the U.S. Federal Reserve wields immense power, influencing global markets and governments. Few understand this influential yet opaque financial institution. Narrated by Liev Schreiber, *Money For Nothing* offers an unprecedented look inside the Fed and explores how its policies have shaped our lives, from the past to the present and into the future. Current and former Fed officials grapple with criticism and debate the choices that brought the global financial system to the brink in 2008, and whether we are on a path to repeat history.IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.8 - 12
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 - 13
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 - 14
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 - 15
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 - 16
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 - 17
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
