10 Hilarious Movies About the Financial World

Description: A classic comedy where two brothers, who are commodity brokers, make a bet on whether upbringing or environment determines a person's success. They swap the lives of a wealthy broker and a homeless man, leading to hilarious results and a sharp critique of the financial system.

Fact: The film was inspired by Mark Twain's "The Prince and the Pauper." It also features one of the earliest uses of the term "frozen concentrated orange juice" in popular culture.

Description: This film follows a young man who, after losing his job, moves to New York to work for his uncle's company, only to find himself in a comedic battle for corporate success and love.

Fact: Michael J. Fox's character, Brantley Foster, was originally written for Tom Hanks.

Description: A comedy about a naive business school graduate who is installed as president of a manufacturing company to drive down the stock price, only to invent the hula hoop. It's a whimsical take on corporate machinations and the stock market.

Fact: The film was a box office flop but has since gained a cult following. The Coen brothers wrote the script in the 1980s but couldn't get it made until the early 1990s.

Description: Although not exclusively about finance, this film captures the monotony of office life, including the financial sector, with a comedic twist. Peter Gibbons, an office worker, decides to stop caring about his job, leading to a series of funny events involving embezzlement and office culture.

Fact: The film was initially a box office disappointment but became a cult classic. The character Milton Waddams was inspired by a real-life office worker.

Description: This film dives into the excesses of Wall Street with the story of Jordan Belfort, a stockbroker who lives the high life while engaging in corruption and fraud. It's a wild ride through the world of finance, showcasing the absurdity and humor in the pursuit of wealth.

Fact: Leonardo DiCaprio gained 30 pounds for his role as Belfort. The film was also nominated for five Academy Awards.

Description: This buddy cop comedy features two mismatched detectives who stumble upon a financial crime involving a billionaire. Their investigation into the financial world provides plenty of laughs and a satirical look at corporate greed.

Fact: Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg improvised many of their scenes, leading to some of the film's most memorable moments.

Description: This film involves three friends who plot to kill their insufferable bosses, one of whom is a sleazy dentist with financial troubles. It's a dark comedy that touches on the pressures of the corporate world.

Fact: The film was originally titled "Untitled Workplace Comedy." The script was on the 2009 Black List, a list of the best unproduced screenplays.

Description: While not strictly a comedy, this film uses humor to explain the complex financial instruments that led to the 2008 financial crisis. It's a clever, funny, and educational look at the world of finance through the eyes of those who saw the crash coming.

Fact: The film breaks the fourth wall to explain financial concepts, making it both entertaining and informative. It also features cameos by celebrities like Margot Robbie and Selena Gomez to explain financial terms.

Description: While more of a drama, this film has its comedic moments as it follows a 24-hour period at a fictional investment bank during the early stages of the financial crisis. It's a sharp, satirical look at the financial industry's inner workings.

Fact: The film was shot in 17 days, and many of the characters were inspired by real-life figures in finance.

Description: While not directly about finance, this film features a retired executive who becomes an intern at a fast-paced e-commerce startup, providing a humorous look at the generational gap and modern business practices.

Fact: Robert De Niro learned to use a smartphone for his role, and the film was inspired by a real-life program at a tech company.