Detective Films with Millionaires: A Wealth of Mystery

Description: While not exclusively about millionaires, the film features a wealthy criminal mastermind, Keyser Söze, whose existence is the central mystery. It's a masterclass in storytelling and misdirection.

Fact: The film's twist ending has become legendary, with Kevin Spacey's performance earning him an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.

Description: While not strictly about a millionaire, the film revolves around a case of mistaken identity involving a millionaire named Jeffrey Lebowski. It's a quirky, comedic take on the detective genre, with the Coen Brothers' signature style.

Fact: The film has inspired a cult following, with annual festivals celebrating "The Dude". It also features a memorable performance by Jeff Bridges as the laid-back protagonist.

Description: A wealthy investment banker is drawn into a mysterious game that blurs the lines between reality and fiction, leading to a thrilling detective-like investigation of his own life.

Fact: The film was directed by David Fincher, who is known for his meticulous attention to detail. The ending was kept secret from the cast until the final day of shooting.

Description: This film explores the dark side of wealth and identity, as Tom Ripley, a young man with a talent for deception, insinuates himself into the life of a wealthy playboy. It's a psychological thriller with a twist of detective work.

Fact: The film was shot on location in Italy, giving it an authentic feel. Matt Damon gained weight for the role to portray Ripley's transformation.

Description: A sophisticated cat-and-mouse game between a billionaire art thief and an insurance investigator, this film is all about the allure of wealth and the thrill of the chase.

Fact: The film is a remake of the 1968 film of the same name, with Pierce Brosnan taking on the role originally played by Steve McQueen.

Description: This film takes us back to the 1930s, where a weekend at an English country house turns into a murder mystery. With a cast of characters that includes both the wealthy and their servants, it's a delightful blend of social commentary and detective work.

Fact: The film was inspired by the works of Agatha Christie and Jean Renoir's "The Rules of the Game". It was also nominated for seven Academy Awards, winning one for Best Original Screenplay.

Description: This film features a wealthy crime boss and the intricate web of deceit and loyalty among his associates, with undercover cops and moles creating a tense atmosphere of suspicion.

Fact: Martin Scorsese won his first Best Director Oscar for this film. It's a remake of the Hong Kong film "Infernal Affairs".

Description: While more of a psychological thriller, this film involves wealthy magicians in a deadly rivalry, with detective elements as the story unfolds the secrets behind their tricks.

Fact: The film was directed by Christopher Nolan, who is known for his complex narratives. The plot twist involving Nikola Tesla adds a layer of historical intrigue.

Description: A modern take on the detective genre, this film follows a disgraced journalist and a hacker investigating a 40-year-old disappearance, uncovering secrets of a wealthy family.

Fact: The film was adapted from the first book in Stieg Larsson's Millennium series. The Swedish version was released in 2009, but this English adaptation brought the story to a broader audience.

Description: Set in the 1970s, this buddy cop film involves a private eye and a hired enforcer investigating the disappearance of a girl, which leads them into a conspiracy involving the auto industry and a wealthy businessman.

Fact: The film was directed by Shane Black, known for his work on "Lethal Weapon" and "Kiss Kiss Bang Bang". It was praised for its humor and chemistry between Ryan Gosling and Russell Crowe.