Netflix to Film Drama About Sam Bankman-Fried and the Fall of FTX
Date: 2025-05-08 Author: Oliver Abernathy Categories: BUSINESS
Netflix is working on a series that will focus on the collapse of the FTX crypto exchange and the fate of its founder Sam Bankman-Fried. The project is in its early stages, but is already generating interest in the industry, especially after news of the possible participation of star actors.
According to Variety, actress Julia Garner may play the role of Caroline Ellison, the former CEO of Alameda Research, as well as Bankman-Fried's ex-partner. Garner received recognition for her roles in Ozark and Inventing Anna and is the winner of several Emmy awards. In addition to acting, she is also considered as an executive producer of the project.
As for the main male role, Netflix is in talks with Evan Peters. He is known for his participation in the series "DAHMER" and the franchise "X-Men". Although the contract has not yet been signed, insiders note that the selection of an actor for the role of Sam Bankman-Freed will be decisive for the development of the entire production.
According to sources, Graham Moore, an Oscar winner for his work on the film "The Imitation Game", may take on the script for the project. One of the main storylines, according to rumors, will be a romantic story between Sam and Caroline, which will add drama and depth to the screen adaptation.
Immediately after the high-profile collapse of FTX in November 2022, several studios expressed a desire to film this story. In the end, Netflix received the rights, but despite winning the competition, work on the series is progressing slowly. The official premiere date has not yet been announced.
Analysts and TV experts emphasize that the fate of the project remains uncertain - despite all the interest and potential, it may be stuck in the development stage for a long time. However, the participation of figures like Garner and Peters can attract the attention of a wider audience and give the series a chance to succeed.
The story of Sam Bankman-Fried, once considered the "golden boy" of the crypto industry and then found himself at the center of a high-profile court case, continues to cause public resonance. Netflix is aiming to turn it into a large-scale drama about betrayal, power, and fall.
