Top 25 movies about crypto, investments, and finance in 2025

Today, movies and series are a means of conveying information that is used not only for leisure or obtaining dopamine but also shapes a certain worldview, inspires, or provides necessary knowledge. Almost every movie or series is a story that in one way or another reflects reality and makes you think about certain questions. Blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and finance are no exception.

The Incrypted editorial team has prepared a selection of movies and series that will help change your perception of the crypto industry and the financial system as a whole. Enjoy watching!

Movies and Series about Crypto

Since the time of the first bull run in 2014, the cryptocurrency market has become a phenomenon, attracting the attention of people from various fields. Easy money, crazy volatility, world-renowned companies, the largest frauds and collapses in financial history — all of this sparks interest and inspires stories.

Trust No One: The Hunt for the Crypto King

The documentary film by Netflix is based on the story of the real cryptocurrency exchange Quadriga, whose founder disappeared without a trace. The film tells the story of a group of investors who lost funds due to the platform's collapse. They are trying to uncover the circumstances of its founder's death and recover their missing $250 million.

The movie was released in March 2022 and gathered over 12 million views in the first week after its release.

Trust No One: The Hunt for the Crypto King | Official Trailer | Netflix

Crypto

American thriller from 2019 about the story of a young Wall Street banker who investigates financial fraud involving digital assets. The film touches on several themes related to cryptocurrency, including money laundering, hacking, and the potential of decentralized finance to challenge the banking system.

One of the roles was played by the famous actor Kurt Russell, which adds recognition to the film. Despite average reviews from critics, the film attracts the attention of the crypto community.

CRYPTO Official Trailer (2019) Kurt Russell, Luke Hemsworth Movie HD – YouTube

Deep Web

The 2015 documentary film is dedicated to the history of the illegal trading service Silk Road and its connection to cryptocurrencies. The film explores the role of Bitcoin in the functioning of the darknet market and raises questions of privacy, government control, and cybercrime.

The film separately examines the arrest of Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht and his high-profile trial, which ended in life imprisonment and subsequent clemency. In 2025, this topic remains relevant, as the issue of regulating cryptocurrencies and their use by criminals still sparks debate.

Deep Web Official Trailer 1 (2015) – Documentary HD – YouTube

Life On Bitcoin

A 2014 documentary film that tells the story of a young married couple trying to live for 90 days using only Bitcoin to pay all their bills. The film demonstrates how difficult it was to use cryptocurrency in everyday life during the first market cycle.

At the time of writing, cryptocurrencies are significantly more integrated into the financial system than before, and there are more opportunities for their use. However, the question of the global acceptance of digital assets remains open. The film is an interesting historical snapshot that allows for a comparison of the initial state of the crypto market with its development in 2025.

LIFE ON BITCOIN – Official Trailer – YouTube

Bitcoin: The End of Money as We Know It

A documentary film from 2015 analyzing the history of money and explaining how Bitcoin can change the financial system. The film raises questions about centralized banks, monetary policy, and the role of cryptocurrencies in the future of the economy.

The film will primarily be of interest to those who want to understand the concept of bitcoin and its potential impact on the world.

Bitcoin: The End of Money as We Know It (2015) – YouTube

If you need more niche and informative films, then let's move on to the next sections.

Movies about the birth of Bitcoin

Bitcoin is the most well-known digital asset and the financial foundation of the crypto market. Many have heard of it, but not everyone fully understands the technical and ideological foundations of this cryptocurrency. Moreover, the story of Bitcoin's emergence, shrouded in the romantic mystery of Satoshi Nakamoto, is itself an artistic plot.

Banking on Bitcoin

A documentary film dedicated to the history, current state, and future of Bitcoin and other digital assets. The film covers various aspects of the cryptocurrency ecosystem, including technology, economic implications, and cultural significance, as well as highlighting the risks associated with investing in crypto. Many critics call Banking on Bitcoin the best film about Bitcoin.

Key figures for the industry, such as Charlie Shrem, Erik Voorhees, and Gavin Andresen, appear in the feed discussing the challenges faced by cryptocurrencies in those years.

Banking On Bitcoin – TRAILER – YouTube

The Bitcoin Phenomenon

Another documentary about Bitcoin. It also covers the technology, social and economic impact of the first cryptocurrency. It will be useful for beginners to better understand the emergence and basics of cryptocurrencies.

An important feature of the film is the interviews with key figures in the crypto community, who predicted many of the current trends back in those years, such as mass regulation and the symbiosis of digital assets with the traditional financial system.

The Bitcoin Phenomenon (trailer) – YouTube

Where Did Bitcoin Come From — TheTrue Story

A documentary investigation into the history of the emergence of Bitcoin by the Australian online media ColdFusion. The film is more akin to an amateur production, but in its exploration of the reasons and prerequisites for the emergence of cryptocurrencies, it delves back several decades, allowing one to understand how the idea of creating cryptographic payment systems came about.

The timeline covers the evolution of digital money, starting from the early cryptographic concepts of the 1980s, particularly the ideas of David Chaum, Nick Szabo, and the eCash project.

Where Did Bitcoin Come From – The True Story – YouTube

The Rise And Rise Of Bitcoin

The film reveals the story of Bitcoin through the life of programmer Dan, who first becomes a miner and then deeply integrates into the Bitcoin community. The film offers a unique perspective on the early stages of cryptocurrency development, showcasing not only the technological aspect but also the social impact of Bitcoin.

Events such as the rise and fall of the Mt. Gox exchange, the Silk Road scandal, and the emergence of the first altcoins are covered. A good continuation of the previous film about the birth of Bitcoin.

The Rise and Rise of Bitcoin – YouTube

Money Electric: The Bitcoin Mystery

A 2024 documentary film from HBO exploring the origins of Bitcoin and primarily the identity of its anonymous creator, known as Satoshi Nakamoto. Director Cullen Gohback examines the potential of this cryptocurrency in the global financial system.

The work features unique interviews with cryptographers, economists, and early Bitcoin community participants. It highlights key theories regarding the identity of Nakamoto and his influence on the financial system.

Money Electric: The Bitcoin Mystery | Official Trailer | HBO

Magic Money: The Bitcoin Revolution

A documentary film from 2017 that also explores the mysterious origins of Bitcoin, its role in society, and its impact on the future of the global financial system. The film analyzes how cryptocurrency can change the traditional economy and whether Bitcoin can become a new global currency.

The film offers a perspective on the first cryptocurrency not only as a financial asset but also as a tool for decentralizing power and expanding economic opportunities.

Magic Money – The Bitcoin Revolution – YouTube

If after watching you feel that there are still gaps in understanding and more questions have arisen, you can find answers in our series of articles about Bitcoin.

Documentaries about Blockchain

Movies about cryptocurrencies partially reveal the topic of Blockchain, but if you want to broaden your understanding of the public ledger and look at the technology as a whole, without being tied to a specific coin, it is worth spending time on a few more documentaries.

The Blockchain and US

A documentary film that reveals the potential impact of blockchain technology on society and the economy. The film features comments from top industry experts: Andreas Antonopoulos, Caitlin Long, and Elizabeth Stark, who share their ideas and vision on how blockchain can change various aspects of human life.

As of 2025, some predictions made in the film have already begun to come true — in particular, the widespread use of smart contracts and the integration of Blockchain into logistics, medicine, and other fields.

The Blockchain and Us – YouTube

Cryptopia: Bitcoin, Blockchains and The Future of the Internet

The film explores the origins and potential of blockchain technology. The work features interviews with Andreas Antonopoulos, Roger Ver, and Vitalik Buterin, who share their vision for the future of digital assets and blockchain technology.

The issues of cryptocurrency regulation, the role of ICOs (initial coin offerings), and the challenges faced by the industry are considered separately.

Cryptopia: Bitcoin, Blockchains and the Future of the Internet – YouTube

Trust Machine: The Story of Blockchain

A documentary film from 2018, directed by Alex Winter, who is also known for the film Deep Web, which is already on our list in the first section.

The film reveals the origin story of blockchain technology, tracing its roots back to the cypherpunk movement of the 1990s. The film is unique in that it emphasizes the importance of trust in the context of blockchain, rather than just its technical advantages.

Trust Machine: The Story of Blockchain Trailer #1 (2018) | Movieclips Indie – YouTube

Blockchain Gaming

A documentary film from 2025 exploring the development of indie games in the Web3 environment and the Polkadot ecosystem. The film delves into the innovations and opportunities that Blockchain opens up for gamers and developers, showcasing how technology is transforming the video game industry.

Blockchain Gaming – YouTube

If you watch one documentary every day, you can understand the crypto market and blockchain technology much better in less than a week. Instead of fragmented segments, a complete picture of the industry will form.

Movies about Finance

Before diving headfirst into digital assets, it's worth understanding how the financial system and economy work as a whole. Here are a few movies that will help you better understand the world of finance and money, of which cryptocurrency is a part.

Capital in the Twenty-First Century

A documentary film based on the book by economist Thomas Piketty. It tells the story of the history of wealth and income inequality, while also explaining the factors that contributed to this. In short, the film will help understand why the rich get richer while the poor get even poorer.

Capital in the Twenty-First Century – Official U.S. Trailer – YouTube

Freakonomic

A documentary-entertainment series based on the book of the same name by Steven D. Levitt. It explores the economics of human behavior and habits, which allows us to understand how economic principles work in various areas of our lives, as well as how data and analysis can help us better understand the world.

The feed discusses interesting economic experiments, such as the relationship between children's names and their futures, the impact of motivation systems on students' results, and the correlation between the legalization of abortions and crime rates.

Freakonomics Trailer HD Official – YouTube

Margin Call

This is already a feature film about the first 12 hours of the 2008 crisis. The plot covers the inner workings of a large investment bank. Employees try to save the company and get rid of risky assets overnight against the backdrop of a burning market. Dynamic, engaging, and revealing some aspects of financial markets.

The main roles were played by stars such as Kevin Spacey, Paul Bettany, Jeremy Irons, Zachary Quinto, and Demi Moore. The film received an Oscar nomination for Best Original Screenplay.

Margin Call (2011) Official HD trailer debut – YouTube

The Ascent of Money

A large study of the history and evolution of money — from early forms of currency to modern financial systems — that helps to comprehensively assess the social and cultural impact of money and how it has shaped our world. Perfect for a beginner in the world of cryptocurrencies, finance, and investments.

The Ascent of Money – YouTube

The Big Short

The adaptation of the eponymous book by Michael Lewis. It tells the story of several financiers who predicted the collapse of the real estate market before the 2008 crisis and decided to profit from it.

The film was directed by Adam McKay, and stars Christian Bale, Steve Carell, Ryan Gosling, and Brad Pitt. The movie won an Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay and was nominated in several other categories. The work is also known for its unconventional style of explaining financial terms through comedic inserts and "breaking the fourth wall."

The Big Short Trailer (2015) – Paramount Pictures

Inside Job

A 2010 documentary film directed by Charles Ferguson that investigates and explains the causes of the global financial crisis of 2008 and shows how corruption and negligence by regulators led to the collapse of the system.

The film is divided into five parts and explores the evolution of financial machinations, the impact of deregulation, the role of rating agencies, and conflicts of interest in major banks. Inside Job won the Oscar for Best Documentary Feature and remains one of the best detailed explanations of the 2008 financial crisis.

Inside Job | Official Trailer HD (2010)

We included both educational and artistic films in the selection to make the viewing experience more engaging. And once again, we remind you that while cryptocurrencies are a specific niche, a basic understanding of finance is important for everyone in modern society.

Movies About Investments

Another direction closely related to the cryptocurrency market is investments. Now there are also their own Warren Buffetts, Bernie Madoffs, and Jordan Belforts here, so a few movies from the world of investments are worth rewatching.

The Wolf of Wall Street

A highly popular feature film from 2013, directed by Martin Scorsese based on the memoirs of Jordan Belfort. The film tells the story of the wild rise and fall of a broker who made millions through fraudulent schemes in stock sales.

Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Jonah Hill, and Margot Robbie. The film received five nominations for the "Oscar" and became one of Scorsese's highest-grossing films.

The Wolf of Wall Street Official Trailer

Boiler Room

A classic from the early 2000s. Like The Wolf of Wall Street, Boiler Room is based on the diaries of Jordan Belfort, but presents them in a more free interpretation. In general, the theme is eternal — money, fraud in the stock markets, and the moral side of the financial sphere.

Boiler Room (2000) Official Trailer #1 – Vin Diesel Movie HD – YouTube

Wall Street

An old-school film about the stock market, for fans of 80s shooting. Before us is the story of a young and ambitious stockbroker involved in the actions of Wall Street traders: insider trading, illegal deals, immoral acts. The film provides insight into the world of high-stakes finance and the dark side of ambition.

Starring Charlie Sheen, Michael Douglas, and Daryl Hannah. For his portrayal of the unscrupulous financier Gordon Gekko, Michael Douglas won the Oscar for Best Actor.

WALL STREET – Trailer (1987) – YouTube

The China Hustle

A documentary project investigating a financial scandal involving Chinese companies listed on American stock exchanges. The storyline includes interviews with key participants in the event, including whistleblowers, defrauded investors, and the fraudsters themselves.

The feed reveals schemes of manipulation that caused American investors to lose billions of dollars by investing in fake Chinese companies.

The China Hustle – Official Trailer – YouTube

It is worth noting that artistic films related to investments often only describe exceptional, memorable stories from the world of venture capital. Real investments are usually more boring, complex, and monotonous, so it is worth supplementing artistic portrayals with scientific data and documentaries.

Conclusion

In the information space with a constantly growing share of video content, movies are an effective method of learning, broadening horizons, and simply relaxing, even when it comes to such a specific area as the crypto market.

If you don't know where to start your viewing, you should definitely turn on Trust Machine: The Story of Blockchain right now to understand not only the technical but also the philosophical ideas related to Blockchain. Life On Bitcoin will allow you to visually compare how difficult it was to live on Bitcoin in 2014, when the market was just emerging, and in our time. The Ascent of Money is worth watching simply because without understanding the concept of money, it is impossible to fully grasp the markets and cryptocurrencies.

However, films, no matter how interesting they may be, can only contain a small part of the information needed to work in the cryptocurrency market, so keep expanding your knowledge and stay updated on the latest market events.