What is MADOFF: The Monster of Wall Street about on Netflix?

The name Bernie Madoff may sound familiar. That’s because this guy was able to pull off the biggest Ponzi scheme in history. To learn more about the infamous man, you’ll want to check out Netflix’s docuseries, MADOFF: The Monster of Wall Street.

The fraudster was sentenced to 150 years in prison in June 2009. He died recently on April 14, 2021, in prison in North Carolina. He was 82 years old. While most of us believed he perpetrated his crimes alone, that may not have been the case.

The four-episode doc, which is now streaming, is directed by Oscar nominee Joe Berlinger. The director is behind many Netflix documentaries, including Conversations with a Killer on Netflix. If you haven’t checked out the series yet, you may be wondering what you can expect to see. We’ve got the answer for you below!

What is MADOFF: The Monster of Wall Street about on Netflix?

MADOFF: The Monster of Wall Street includes interviews with the whistleblowers, employees, investigators, and victims of the fraud. The docuseries also features never-before-seen video depositions of Madoff, per the Netflix synopsis.

The production reveals how Madoff became one of the most influential power brokers on Wall Street, his fraudulent investment business, and those who turned a blind eye to his suspicious activity, the streaming service shares.

The trailer focuses on the fact that he didn’t necessarily work alone. You can expect to hear from some of his partners and those directly affected by the scheme. Check out the video below:

What do you think about the docuseries? Will you be checking it out? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!

MADOFF: The Monster of Wall Street is now streaming on Netflix.