10 Movies & Shows Like Too Big to Fail

Description: A classic tale of ambition, greed, and corruption in the high-stakes world of corporate finance, showcasing the moral compromises made in the pursuit of wealth and power.

Fact: The famous 'Greed is good' speech was inspired by a real-life commencement address given by Ivan Boesky, a stock trader who was later convicted of insider trading.

Description: Based on a true story, this film follows a trader whose unauthorized speculative trading causes the collapse of a major bank, illustrating the dangers of unchecked ambition in the financial world.

Fact: The real-life trader, Nick Leeson, served as a consultant on the film to ensure accuracy in depicting the events that led to the downfall of Barings Bank.

Description: This film exposes the cutthroat world of stock brokerage firms, where young brokers are pushed to sell questionable stocks to unsuspecting investors, highlighting the darker side of the American Dream.

Fact: Many of the film's scenes were inspired by real-life events and practices in the brokerage industry during the 1990s.

Description: A high-energy portrayal of excess and corruption in the stock market, following the true story of a stockbroker who engaged in rampant fraud and lived a life of extreme decadence.

Fact: The real Jordan Belfort makes a cameo in the film, introducing Leonardo DiCaprio's character at the end.

Description: A documentary that chronicles the rise and fall of the Enron Corporation, detailing the fraud and corruption that led to one of the biggest business scandals in history.

Fact: The film is based on the best-selling book of the same name, which was written by Fortune reporters who first broke the story of Enron's collapse.

Description: This drama explores the personal and professional fallout of corporate downsizing, offering a human perspective on the impact of financial crises on individuals and families.

Fact: The film was inspired by the experiences of its writer-director, John Wells, who witnessed the effects of layoffs on friends and family during economic downturns.

Description: While centered on baseball, this film shares themes of challenging traditional systems and using data to gain a competitive edge, mirroring the innovative approaches seen in financial strategy films.

Fact: The film is based on the true story of the Oakland Athletics' 2002 season and their general manager Billy Beane's revolutionary approach to assembling a competitive team.

Description: This film delves into the complexities of the financial crisis, focusing on the housing market collapse and the individuals who predicted it. Its narrative style combines dark humor with detailed explanations of financial instruments, making complex topics accessible.

Fact: The film uses celebrity cameos to explain complicated financial concepts, breaking the fourth wall to engage the audience directly.

Description: Set over a 24-hour period at a fictional investment bank during the early stages of the financial crisis, it explores the ethical dilemmas and decision-making processes of those at the top of the financial food chain.

Fact: The film was shot in just 17 days, and much of the dialogue was improvised by the actors to enhance realism.

Description: A tense thriller about a hedge fund magnate trying to sell his empire before his fraudulent activities are discovered, highlighting the precarious nature of wealth and power.

Fact: Richard Gere's performance was praised for its nuanced portrayal of a man whose life is unraveling due to his own deceit.