The Big Short (2015) tells the story of the housing bubble crisis of 2007/2008 and how it led to the capitulation of the world economy.
Michael Burry (Christian Bale) realizes that a huge number of subprime home loans are in danger of defaulting, which will lead to a collapse of the whole market.
The men set themselves up to make a fortune from the impending collapse of the US economy. The film received a praise-worthy 7.8/10 by IMDb and an 89% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
If you enjoy The Big Short, you must be someone who appreciates films that retell true-life events involving scandal. We’ve decided to help you along by recommending this list.
Catch Me if You Can (2002)
This film is based on the real-life story of con artist, Frank Abagnale. He was arrested and convicted on multiple counts of identity fraud before his 19th birthday.
The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)
Similar to other movies like The Big Short, The Wolf of Wall Street is full of scandal and controversy. It follows the stock brokerage career of Jordan Belfort (DiCaprio).
Erin Brockovich (2000)
Erin Brockovich is based on the true-life events of an American law clerk (and now environmentalist).
Erin Brockovich (2000)
The plot unravels as she stumbles onto some medical records that implicate the Pacific Gas and Electric Company in a groundwater contamination cover-up.
American Hustle (2013)
American Hustle is only inspired by true events but remains fictional for the most part.
American Hustle (2013)
Nonetheless, it will appeal to those who love scandal and have an affinity for the Abscam Case of the 1970s.
Spotlight (2015)
The movie follows the Boston Globes’ “Spotlight Team”, which is the oldest continuously operating investigative journalism team in America.
Spotlight (2015)
They form the five-member force to investigate allegations against a defrocked Catholic priest, John Geoghan, for the alleged molestation of more than 80 young boys.
All the President’s Men (1976)
All the President’s Men is based on the 1974 biographical account of the Watergate Scandal.
All the President’s Men (1976)
It follows the account of two young Washington Post journalists, Carl Bernstein and Bon Woodward.
Eight Men Out (1988)
This 80s film follows the true-life events of the “Black Sox Scandal” following the 1919 World Series Baseball final.