Black Monday

On the eve of the 1987 stock market crash, a brazen crew of outsiders collides with Wall Street's old guard in a bid to shake up the system. The series follows their reckless schemes and the chaotic fallout as they push against a rigid, prestige-driven culture, testing whether audacity can rewrite the rules of power and profit. The series has fast, neon-soaked energy, the show skewers excess while reveling in the era's swagger and tech-noir mood. It keeps twists under wraps, choosing sharp banter and audacious moves over predictable moralizing, inviting viewers to question what real success looks like in a world of greed. Together the ensemble clashes with old guard protocols and shifting loyalties.

The series was released in 2019 and created by David Caspe and Jordan Cahan. It signals a confident tonal blend of satire and caper, drawing energy from a stellar ensemble led by Don Cheadle and Regina Hall with sharp tone.

Its retro aesthetic and outsider heroes resonate with fans craving sharp social critique. Don Cheadle anchors the show with a magnetic presence, and the ensemble turns a chaotic era into a mirror of current power dynamics. Its witty dialogue and fearless set pieces helped revive interest in 1980s finance lore.

Critics praised the brisk pace, witty dialogue, and sharp critique of gender and class within a glamour saturated setting. The show uses humor to probe ambition and risk, balancing farce with real commentary about the consequences of unchecked financial ambition. Viewers also noted its sharp social commentary.

Awards: The series did not receive major nominations or wins at the major award ceremonies, so its accolades are limited to industry praise and a dedicated fan base rather than formal recognition. However, it has been cited by critics as a fresh comic take on a storied era.