Films about the stock market often delve into the high-stakes world of finance, portraying the intense competition, greed, and risk that characterize the stock market. These films typically revolve around the lives of traders, investors, and other individuals involved in the financial industry, offering a glimpse into the complexities and challenges of this dynamic environment.
“Wall Street”, 1987
Director: Oliver Stone
Directed by Oliver Stone, this film follows the ambitious young stockbroker Bud Fox as he becomes involved with the powerful and unscrupulous corporate raider Gordon Gekko. The movie explores themes of ambition, morality, and the seductive allure of wealth in the world of high finance.
Starring: Michael Douglas, Charlie Sheen, Daryl Hannah, Martin Sheen, Hal Holbrook, Terence Stamp, Saul Rubinek, William G. Knight, James Spader, Tamara Tunie, Franklin Cover, Chuck Pfeiffer, John C. McGinley, James Karen, Leslie Lyles, Faith Geer, Frank Adonis, John Capodice, Suzen Murakoshi, Dani Klein, François Giroday, Josh Mostel, Ann Talman, Lisa Zebro, Rocco Ancarola, Martin Sherman, Monique van Vooren, Derek Keir, Andrea Thompson, Lauren Tom, George Blumenthal, George Vlachos, Liliane Montevecchi, Ronald von Klaussen, Michael O'Donoghue, Pirie MacDonald, Thomas Anderson, Sean Young, Cecilia Peck, Paul Guilfoyle, Annie McEnroe, Jack Pruett, Ronald Yamamoto, Yanni Sfinias, Grant Shaud, Carol Schneider, Sean Stone, Astrid De Richemonte, Adelle Lutz, Sylvia Miles;
Production year: 1987;
Genre: drama, crime;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 120 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,3;
More information about the film “Wall Street” on the website imdb.com
“The Wolf of Wall Street”, 2013
Director: Martin Scorsese
Directed by Martin Scorsese, this film is based on the true story of Jordan Belfort, a stockbroker who rises to enormous wealth and success before his life unravels due to his excessive lifestyle and fraudulent activities. The movie offers a captivating portrayal of the excesses and moral compromises prevalent in the stock market industry.
Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Jonah Hill, Margot Robbie, Kyle Chandler, Rob Reiner, P.J. Byrne, Jon Bernthal, Cristin Milioti, Jean Dujardin, Matthew McConaughey, Kenneth Choi, Jon Favreau, Joanna Lumley, Christine Ebersole, Shea Whigham, Katarina Cas, Brian Sacca, Henry Zebrowski, Ethan Suplee, Barry Rothbart, Jake Hoffman, MacKenzie Meehan, Bo Dietl, Jon Spinogatti, Aya Cash, Rizwan Manji, Stephanie Kurtzuba, J.C. MacKenzie, Ashlie Atkinson, Thomas Middleditch, Stephen Kunken, Edward Herrmann, Ted Griffin, Fran Lebowitz, Robert Clohessy, Natasha Newman-Thomas, Sandra Nelson, Johnnie Mae, Christina Jeffs, Sabina Maschi, Zana Markelson, Welker White, Dan Flaherty, Carla Corvo, Dustin Kerns, Ashley Blankenship, Madison McKinley, Dierdre Reimold, Kerry Malloy;
Production year: 2013;
Genre: drama, crime, biography, comedy;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 180 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 8,2;
“Margin Call”, 2011
Director: J.C. Chandor
Set during the early stages of the 2008 financial crisis, this film provides a gripping look at a fictional investment bank as it grapples with the impending collapse of the market. The movie delves into the ethical dilemmas faced by the characters as they navigate the ruthless world of high finance.
Starring: Kevin Spacey, Paul Bettany, Jeremy Irons, Zachary Quinto, Penn Badgley, Simon Baker, Mary McDonnell, Demi Moore, Stanley Tucci, Aasif Mandvi, Ashley Williams, Susan Blackwell, Maria Dizzia, Jimmy Palumbo, Al Sapienza, Peter Kim, Grace Gummer, Oberon Ka Adjipong, Claude Jay, Kevin Keels, Jason Liebman, Jamie Lee Petronis, Uziman, Steven Weisz;
Production year: 2011;
Genre: thriller, drama;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 107 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,1;
More information about the film “Margin Call” on the website imdb.com
“The Big Short”, 2015
Director: Adam McKay
Directed by Adam McKay, this film offers a darkly comedic take on the events leading up to the 2008 financial crisis, focusing on a group of investors who predict the housing market collapse and decide to profit from it. The movie sheds light on the complexities of the financial system and the individuals who saw the crisis coming.
Starring: Christian Bale, Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling, Brad Pitt, Melissa Leo, Hamish Linklater, John Magaro, Rafe Spall, Jeremy Strong, Marisa Tomei, Finn Wittrock, Stanley Wong, Byron Mann, Tracy Letts, Karen Gillan, Selena Gomez, Max Greenfield, Margot Robbie, Rudy Eisenzopf, Casey Groves, Charlie Talbert, Harold Gervais, Maria Frangos, Hunter Burke, Bernard Hocke, Shauna Rappold, Brandon Stacy, Aiden Flowers, Peter Epstein, Anthony Marble, Silas Cooper, Leslie Castay, Andrew Farrier, Ingrid Steed, Vanessa Cloke, David Zalkin, Carrie Lazar, Mychael Bates, Rajeev Jacob, Jay Potter, Garrett Hines, Ryan Broussard, Adepero Oduye, Jeffry Griffin, Anthony Bourdain, Joey Brooks, Colette Divine, Oscar Gale, Cayden Arthur Miscally, Dave Davis;
Production year: 2015;
Genre: drama, comedy, biography, history;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 130 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,8;
More information about the film “The Big Short” on the website imdb.com
“Boiler Room”, 2000
Director: Ben Younger
This film follows the story of a college dropout who becomes involved in an illegal casino and ultimately lands a job at a brokerage firm, where he becomes entangled in a web of corruption and deceit. The movie provides a gritty portrayal of the high-pressure world of stock trading and the moral dilemmas faced by its characters.
Starring: Giovanni Ribisi, Vin Diesel, Nia Long, Ben Affleck, Nicky Katt, Scott Caan, Tom Everett Scott, Ron Rifkin, Jamie Kennedy, Taylor Nichols, Bill Sage, John Griesemer, David Younger, Mark Webber, Christopher Fitzgerald, Donna Mitchell, André Vippolis, Jon Abrahams, Will McCormack, Jared Ryan, Anson Mount, Kirk Acevedo, Seth Ullian, Eddie Malavarca, Carlo Vogel, Matthew Saldivar, Serge Skliarenko, Lisa Gerstein, Ross Ryman, Marjorie Johnson, Peter Rini, Raymond Pirkle, Joe Pretlow, Peter Maloney, Lori Yoffe, Alex Webb, Gillian Sacco, Don Hewitt Jr., Mark Moshe Bellows, Daniel Sauli, Lucinda Clare, Neal Lerner, Taylor Patterson, Michael McCarthy, Marsha Dietlein, Joseph Tudisco, Judy Del Giudice, Siobhan Fallon Hogan, Frank Anello, Scott Atkins;
Production year: 2000;
Genre: thriller, drama, crime;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 120 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7;
More information about the film “Boiler Room” on the website imdb.com
These films offer a diverse array of perspectives on the stock market, showcasing the allure, pitfalls, and moral ambiguities inherent in the world of high finance.
In the world of cinema, films about the stock market have provided audiences with a fascinating glimpse into the high-stakes, adrenaline-fueled world of finance. From the thrilling drama of “The Wolf of Wall Street” to the thought-provoking narrative of “Margin Call,” these films have delved into the complexities of greed, ambition, and the human psyche in the context of financial markets. They have not only entertained but also shed light on the darker sides of the financial industry, leaving viewers with a deeper understanding of the risks and rewards that come with investing and trading. As the credits roll, these films leave us contemplating the power dynamics, ethical dilemmas, and the relentless pursuit of success in the world of stocks, making them an enduring and thought-provoking addition to the cinematic landscape.
