The Wizard of Lies
2017, English. Directed by Barry Levinson.
Only those you trust can truly betray you.
A look behind the scenes at Bernie Madoff's massive Ponzi scheme, how it was perpetrated on the public and the trail of destruction it left in its wake, both for the victims and Madoff's family.
- Runtime
- 2h 13m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 685 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Wizard of Lies
The Wizard of Lies is streaming on JioHotstar and VI movies and tv in India.
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Cast & crew
- Barry LevinsonDirector
- Robert De NiroBernie Madoff
- Michelle PfeifferRuth Madoff
- Hank AzariaFrank Dipascali
- Kristen ConnollyStephanie Madoff
- Lily RabeCatherine Hooper
- Alessandro NivolaMark Madoff
- Kathrine NarducciEleanor Squillari
- Nathan DarrowAndrew Madoff
- Steve CoulterMartin London
- Michael A. GoorjianDan Horwitz
- Geoffrey CantorOstrow
- Jason BabinskyMichael Schwartz
Details
- Released
- 11 May 2017
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Samuel Baum, John Burnham Schwartz, Sam Levinson
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What The Wizard of Lies is based on
The Wizard of Lies is adapted from a novel.
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The Wizard of Lies: quick answers
Is The Wizard of Lies worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 685 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Wizard of Lies?
The Wizard of Lies runs 133 minutes (2h 13m).
Does The Wizard of Lies have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Wizard of Lies. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Wizard of Lies parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Wizard of Lies is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Wizard of Lies on?
The Wizard of Lies is streaming on JioHotstar and VI movies and tv in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Wizard of Lies?
If you liked The Wizard of Lies, try Con Man, Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps, Molly's Game.
Who directed The Wizard of Lies?
The Wizard of Lies (2017) was directed by Barry Levinson and stars Robert De Niro, Michelle Pfeiffer, Hank Azaria.
What is The Wizard of Lies based on?
The Wizard of Lies is adapted from a novel.