The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)

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→ Influenced 6 films ← Inspired by 8 films

A New York stockbroker refuses to cooperate in a large securities fraud case involving corruption on Wall Street, corporate banking world and mob infiltration. Based on Jordan Belfort's autobiography.

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Glengarry Glen Ross
Glengarry Glen Ross (1992)1
 Sweet Smell of Success
Sweet Smell of Success (1957)2
 Wall Street
Wall Street (1987)3
 Freaks
Freaks (1932)4
 The Graduate
The Graduate (1967)5
 Boogie Nights
Boogie Nights (1997)6

→ Influenced

The Big Short
The Big Short (2015)7
 Dumb Money
Dumb Money (2023)8
 Money Monster
Money Monster (2016)9

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Influenced By

  1. Glengarry Glen Ross (1992)
    "This film portrays the rise and fall of stockbroker Jordan Belfort, emphasizing aggressive sales tactics and moral corruption, themes central to "Glengarry Glen Ross."" Fandom source
  2. Sweet Smell of Success (1957)
    "Scorsese cited this film as a significant influence, noting its portrayal of characters driven by greed and power. He remarked, "Tony Curtis and Burt Lancaster’s characters speak only the language of force and plunder—that’s all they know. There’s nothing else. As in our picture."" Far Out Magazine source
  3. Wall Street (1987)
    "Oliver Stone's film about corporate greed and corruption on Wall Street shares thematic parallels with Scorsese's depiction of financial excess. The character of Gordon Gekko, known for the phrase "greed is good," embodies the ruthless ambition that also characterizes Jordan Belfort in "The Wolf of Wall Street."" Wall Street %281987 film%29 Wikipedia
  4. Freaks (1932)
    "Scorsese references this cult classic in "The Wolf of Wall Street" through the chant "One of us! One of us!" This allusion serves as an ironic comment on the characters' blind conformity and moral decay." 30 Greatest Scorsese Film References Paul Bradshaw GamesRadar+
  5. The Graduate (1967)
    "Directed by Martin Scorsese, the film features the song "Mrs. Robinson" during a pivotal scene, paying homage to "The Graduate" and its cultural impact." Mrs. Robinson Wikipedia
  6. Boogie Nights (1997)
    "Martin Scorsese's film shares thematic and stylistic similarities with "Boogie Nights," particularly in its portrayal of excess and the rise-and-fall arc of its protagonist. Both films employ dynamic camera movements and energetic pacing to depict their respective subcultures." Boogie Nights: How Paul Thomas Anderson Emulated Goodfellas' Style (& Nailed It) Ben Sherlock ScreenRant

Influenced

  1. The Big Short (2015)
    "This film delves into the 2008 financial crisis, highlighting the greed and recklessness of Wall Street, similar to themes in "The Wolf of Wall Street."" The Big Short %28film%29 Wikipedia
  2. Dumb Money (2023)
    "Dramatizing the 2021 GameStop stock surge, this movie portrays individual investors challenging Wall Street, echoing the rebellious spirit seen in "The Wolf of Wall Street."" Movie Review: 'Dumb Money' recalls GameStop squeeze, when regular folk put the screws on Wall Street AP News
  3. Money Monster (2016)
    "This thriller addresses financial manipulation and media influence, themes also explored in "The Wolf of Wall Street."" Money Monster Wikipedia