I've noticed that lately I keep coming across quality content about cryptocurrency in cinema. It used to seem like crypto in movies was rare, but it turns out directors have been exploring this topic for a long time. I’ve compiled a list of films that are really worth watching if you want to understand how the industry sees itself through the screen.

Let's start with thrillers. Crypto (2019) is a crime drama about a Wall Street banker who gets caught up in a conspiracy related to money laundering and organized crime. A crypto-themed thriller turns out to be quite tense and intriguing. And if you want something lighter, Bitcoin Heist (2016) from Vietnam is a mix of action and comedy, where thieves hunt a cybercriminal. Like Ocean’s 11, but in a crypto version.

Documentaries are a whole different story. Trust Machine (2018) by Alex Winter explores how blockchain can revolutionize finance and humanitarian projects. It’s a serious deep dive into the technology. The Rise and Rise of Bitcoin (2014) offers a nostalgic look at early adopters and miners who believed in BTC when it was still marginal. Banking on Bitcoin (2016) provides a good introduction to the history and regulatory hurdles. Overall, films about cryptocurrency in documentary format often work best — real stories are more impressive than fiction.

There’s an interesting documentary about women in crypto — Crypto Race (2020). Rarely do you see such a perspective. Bitcoin: Beyond the Bubble (2018) raises the classic question — is it speculation or the future? The Bitcoin Gospel (2015) featuring Roger Ver delves into the philosophy — why do people see BTC as a tool for freedom?

Now, onto criminal documentaries. Trust No One: Hunt for the Crypto King (2022) on Netflix — this is a shocking story about Gerald Cotten from QuadrigaCX, who died under strange circumstances, leaving $250 million in closed wallets. A real crypto mystery more frightening than any thriller.

For those interested in something unusual, there’s Decrypted (2021) — a black comedy about a government team trying to find Satoshi Nakamoto. Funny and intriguing at the same time. StartUp (2016-2018) is a TV series about creating GenCoin, a digital currency in criminal Miami. Drama and technology blend well. Open Money (2020) follows Dragonchain and their fight against regulators.

Overall, a film about cryptocurrency has become a whole genre that covers everything: from pure fiction to documentary reality. Everyone finds something for themselves. If you’re into crypto, you’ve probably already seen at least half of this list. If not — it’s high time to start. Which one will you watch first? Do you prefer tense thrillers or deep documentary investigations?