This film follows a group of white-collar workers and their families dealing with the fallout of corporate downsizing during a recession. It provides a grounded look at the personal and financial struggles faced by individuals who lose their long-held positions, examining themes of identity, adaptation, and the changing landscape of corporate loyalty and employment security. Features a strong cast including Ben Affleck and Tommy Lee Jones.

George Clooney stars as a corporate downsizing expert who travels the country firing people. The film explores the personal impact of job loss and the transient, disconnected nature of modern corporate careers, particularly in the wake of the 2008 recession. It offers a poignant look at the human cost of economic shifts and the search for meaning amidst professional instability.

David Fincher's acclaimed film chronicles the contentious founding of Facebook. While focused on the personal and legal battles between the creators, it's also a story about the rapid creation of immense wealth and the disputes over ownership and equity that arise when a startup explodes in value. It highlights the intersection of innovation, ambition, and the financial stakes involved.

Based on another book by Michael Lewis, this film tells the story of how Oakland A's general manager Billy Beane (Brad Pitt) used statistical analysis (sabermetrics) to build a competitive baseball team on a limited budget, challenging traditional scouting methods. While about baseball, its core theme is applying data-driven strategy and efficiency to resource allocation, a principle highly relevant in finance and business management.

Adapted from David Mamet's Pulitzer Prize-winning play, this film offers a raw, intense look at the desperate lives of real estate salesmen given two days to succeed or be fired. Known for its sharp, cynical dialogue and powerful performances from a legendary cast (Pacino, Lemmon, Spacey, Harris, Arkin, plus Alec Baldwin's famous cameo), it's a brutal examination of pressure, ethics, and masculinity in a sales environment.

While centered on the sports agency world, this film is fundamentally about business ethics and personal values versus profit. Tom Cruise plays a sports agent who has an epiphany and decides to prioritize fewer clients with more personal attention, leading him to strike out on his own. It explores the challenges of building a business based on integrity in a cutthroat industry, featuring iconic lines and heartfelt performances.

Inspired by the true story of Chris Gardner, this film stars Will Smith as a struggling salesman and single father facing homelessness while pursuing an unpaid internship as a stockbroker. It's a deeply moving and inspiring account of perseverance, resilience, and the sheer determination required to overcome immense financial hardship and build a better life. Will Smith's performance, alongside his real-life son Jaden, is truly heartfelt.

Based on the true story of Nick Leeson, the derivatives trader who caused the collapse of Barings Bank, one of Britain's oldest investment banks, in 1995. Ewan McGregor portrays Leeson, whose unauthorized speculative trading led to massive losses. The film illustrates the potential for individual actions and lack of oversight to trigger catastrophic financial events on a global scale.

This film dives into the world of pump-and-dump stock scams run out of illicit brokerage firms. Giovanni Ribisi plays a college dropout who gets drawn into the high-pressure, unethical sales tactics used to fleece naive investors. It offers a stark contrast to the polished image of Wall Street, showing the grittier, illegal side of selling worthless stocks. Vin Diesel has a notable early dramatic role here.

Set over a tense 24-hour period at a fictional investment bank on the brink of collapse during the 2008 financial crisis. This film offers a gripping, contained look at the difficult decisions made by individuals within the system as they realize the extent of their firm's exposure. With a stellar ensemble cast including Kevin Spacey, Jeremy Irons, and Stanley Tucci, it's a smart, dialogue-driven drama about the human element in a financial catastrophe.

Oliver Stone's classic film defined the 1980s era of corporate raiding and insider trading. Michael Douglas won an Oscar for his iconic portrayal of Gordon Gekko, whose 'Greed is good' speech became a cultural touchstone. The story follows a young, ambitious stockbroker (Charlie Sheen) who falls under Gekko's influence. It's a cautionary tale about ambition, ethics, and the seductive power of money in the high-stakes world of finance.

Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio team up for a wild, excessive ride based on the true story of Jordan Belfort, a stockbroker who built a fraudulent empire. This film is a relentless depiction of greed, corruption, and the hedonistic lifestyle fueled by illicit gains in the 1990s stock market. While depicting the extremes of wealth and unethical practices, it's a captivating character study powered by incredible performances and Scorsese's signature energy.

This powerful documentary, narrated by Matt Damon, offers a comprehensive and critical look at the 2008 financial crisis. It meticulously investigates the systemic corruption, deregulation, and conflicts of interest within the financial industry and government that led to the global meltdown. Featuring interviews with key financial figures, politicians, and academics, it's a deeply researched and infuriating exploration of accountability and the aftermath of the crisis.

Prepare to have complex financial concepts like CDOs and subprime mortgages explained in the most entertaining ways possible! This film masterfully uses celebrity cameos and unconventional methods to break down the causes of the 2008 financial crisis. Based on Michael Lewis's book, it follows the real-life outsiders who saw the crash coming and bet against the market, making a fortune while the world economy teetered. It's a smart, fast-paced, and eye-opening look at the system.