Are you ready to delve into the world where wealth meets mystery? This curated list of detective films focuses on the lives of millionaires, where money isn't just a means to an end but a motive for murder, deception, and intrigue. From classic whodunits to modern thrillers, these films offer a fascinating look into the high-stakes world of the ultra-rich, where every fortune has a story, and every story has a secret. Whether you're a fan of suspense, psychological twists, or just love seeing opulence on screen, this collection promises to keep you on the edge of your seat.

The Usual Suspects (1995)
Description: A group of criminals, including a millionaire's son, are brought together for a heist, but things go awry, leading to a legendary twist.
Fact: Kevin Spacey won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Verbal Kint.


The Big Lebowski (1998)
Description: A case of mistaken identity leads to a kidnapping plot involving a millionaire's trophy wife, making this film a quirky addition to the detective genre.
Fact: Jeff Bridges improvised many of his lines, and the film has become a cult classic with its own annual festival.


The Game (1997)
Description: A wealthy investment banker is given a mysterious birthday gift that plunges him into a real-life game with life-threatening consequences.
Fact: The film's ending was kept secret from most of the cast and crew until the final days of shooting.


The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999)
Description: Tom Ripley, a young man with a talent for deception, is sent to Italy to retrieve a millionaire's son, leading to a web of lies and murder.
Fact: The film was shot on location in Italy, and Matt Damon learned to play the piano for his role.


The Thomas Crown Affair (1999)
Description: A millionaire art thief plays a cat-and-mouse game with an insurance investigator, blending romance with high-stakes heists.
Fact: The film features a famous chess scene where the characters play without a board.


The Departed (2006)
Description: An undercover cop and a mole in the police attempt to identify each other, with a millionaire crime boss at the center of the intrigue.
Fact: Martin Scorsese won his first Best Director Oscar for this film.


The Prestige (2006)
Description: Two rival magicians, one from a wealthy background, engage in a battle of wits and deception, with a detective trying to unravel their secrets.
Fact: The film was inspired by real-life magicians and their rivalry.


The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)
Description: Based on the true story of Jordan Belfort, a millionaire stockbroker, whose life of excess leads to his downfall, with FBI agents on his tail.
Fact: The film was nominated for five Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and Leonardo DiCaprio was nominated for Best Actor.


The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011)
Description: A disgraced journalist and a hacker investigate the disappearance of a millionaire's niece, uncovering a dark family secret.
Fact: The film was nominated for five Academy Awards, including Best Actress for Rooney Mara.


The Nice Guys (2016)
Description: Two private eyes investigate the disappearance of a young woman linked to a millionaire's pornographic film empire, leading to a conspiracy.
Fact: The film was set in the 1970s, and the production team went to great lengths to recreate the era's Los Angeles.
