Money Game

This show is actually a hidden gem. It is a work of fiction, but many of the events and themes come directly from what happened in Korea during the IMF crisis. While some of the financial lingo may throw off some viewers and some of the concepts may seem too esoteric, the show can be quite entertaining and rewarding. However, you do have to pay attention. This is not a show that you can casually watch while also playing games on the phone or doing something else.

Another problem with this show is the fact that it aired on one of the cable networks. Consequently, it had to fit the pre-set format of 16 episodes. Had this been a Netflix or Disney project that did not need to conform to such rigid format, it could very well have been a 8 or 10 episode show that would be much more appealing to many more.

If you liked movies like the Big Short, Margin Call, or something similar and are willing to fully invest your time and attention to a new show, this may be the perfect show for you.