Top 10 Business School Thrillers

Description: An iconic film about the allure and corruption of Wall Street, where a young stockbroker gets entangled with a ruthless corporate raider. It's a cautionary tale about the ethics in business.

Fact: The famous line "Greed is good" was improvised by Michael Douglas. The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Picture.

Description: This film explores the world of a brokerage firm that trains young men to sell fraudulent stocks. It's a gritty look at the dark side of the American Dream.

Fact: The film features cameos by real-life stockbrokers. The script was inspired by the real-life Stratton Oakmont, which also inspired "The Wolf of Wall Street."

Description: While not set in a business school, this film captures the essence of the ruthless business world, making it a fitting addition to this list. It showcases the life of Jordan Belfort, a stockbroker who indulges in excess and fraud.

Fact: The film was banned in several countries due to its explicit content. Leonardo DiCaprio improvised many of his lines, adding to the film's raw energy.

Description: This film delves into the financial crisis of 2007-2008, showing how a few savvy investors saw the collapse coming. It's a masterclass in understanding financial markets and the consequences of greed.

Fact: The film uses celebrity cameos to explain complex financial terms in an entertaining way. Margot Robbie, for instance, explains subprime loans while in a bubble bath.

Description: Set over a 24-hour period at a fictional investment bank, this film captures the tension and moral dilemmas faced by employees as they realize their firm is on the brink of collapse.

Fact: The film was inspired by real events at Lehman Brothers. It was shot in just 17 days.

Description: A female-driven financial thriller about an investment banker pushing a tech IPO, dealing with corporate espionage and personal ambition. It's a fresh take on the genre with a focus on gender dynamics in finance.

Fact: The film was written and directed by women, offering a unique perspective on Wall Street. It premiered at the Sundance Film Festival.

Description: This film follows two cousins who attempt to build a fiber-optic cable line between Kansas and New Jersey to gain a millisecond advantage in trading. It's a high-stakes race against time and competitors.

Fact: The film's premise is based on real-life high-frequency trading strategies. The director, Kim Nguyen, spent years researching the subject.

Description: Based on the true story of Nick Leeson, whose unauthorized speculative trading caused the collapse of Barings Bank. It's a thrilling ride through the highs and lows of financial gambling.

Fact: Ewan McGregor, who plays Leeson, met him to prepare for the role. The film was shot in Malaysia to save costs.

Description: While not directly about business school, this film examines the aftermath of corporate downsizing on executives, highlighting the human cost of business decisions.

Fact: The film was inspired by the director's own experiences with corporate layoffs. It features an ensemble cast including Ben Affleck, Tommy Lee Jones, and Chris Cooper.

Description: An Australian thriller about a bank's unethical practices and a mathematician's attempt to expose them. It's a cerebral take on financial crime and corporate power.

Fact: The film was inspired by real events involving the manipulation of interest rates by banks. It was shot in Sydney.