WeCrashed

WeCrashed follows the rise and rapid fall of a coworking empire, seen through the eyes of its charismatic founder Adam Neumann and his wife Rebekah. The series traces how a single idea about reimagining workspaces grew into a global brand worth tens of billions in under a decade, only to face a dramatic collapse in value within a year. Off the back of that ascent, the show centers a charged romance at its core and an insider view of the cutthroat startup culture that powers flashy growth, investor hype, and bold bets. It keeps twists under wraps, focusing on ambition, relationships, and the price of chasing perfection to avoid spoiling twists and endings.

Directed by John Requa and Glenn Ficarra for Apple TV+ in 2022, the series comes from creators Drew Crevello and Lee Eisenberg and is based on the Wondery podcast WeCrashed The Rise and Fall of WeWork as a dramatic retelling for audiences.

The production drew industry attention and earned nominations at major ceremonies, reflecting its craft in production design, directing and performances. The leads and the writer room received particular praise, while critics debated how the show balanced spectacle with restraint and truth. Its reception helped propel conversations about entrepreneurial storytelling.

The series sparked conversations about startup hype and the myth of the unicorn company, with audiences and media unpacking how modern entrepreneurship is sold, marketed and amplified. Leto and Hathaway became recognizable on screen dynamics and sparked widespread social media chatter behind the characters and the business saga.

Critics highlighted strong performances and a glossy immersive look, while noting pacing and tonal shifts at times. The show treats ambition and power with a critical eye, examining loyalty, ethics and the glittery lure of disruptive ideas. User ratings sit at about 7.3 out of 10 from roughly 200 votes.