The Big Short
Christian Bale, Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling
In 2006-2007 a group of investors bet against the United States mortgage market. In their research, they discover how flawed and corrupt the market is.
Why you'll love it
The film follows the story of a hedge fund manager who predicted the collapse of the housing market and bet against the mortgage market.
Wall Street
Charlie Sheen, Michael Douglas, Tamara Tunie
An impatient young stockbroker is willing to do anything to get to the top, including trading on illegal inside information taken through a ruthless, greedy corporate raider who takes the youth under his wing.
Why you'll love it
The movie provides a look into the world of stock trading and hedge funds, with a focus on greed and corruption.
Margin Call
Zachary Quinto, Stanley Tucci, Kevin Spacey
Follows the key people at an investment bank over a 24-hour period during the early stages of the 2008 financial crisis.
Why you'll love it
The film is about the early stages of the financial crisis of 2007–2008. It focuses on the actions of a group of employees at a hedge fund.
Money Monster
George Clooney, Julia Roberts, Jack O'Connell
Financial TV host Lee Gates and his producer Patty are put in an extreme situation when an irate investor takes them and their crew as hostage.
Why you'll love it
The film tells the story of a TV financial advisor who is held hostage by a viewer who lost his money following the advisor's tips, reflecting the risks of hedge fund investments.