Banking on Bitcoin (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2016, Banking on Bitcoin is a history and documentary film directed by Christopher Cannucciari, running about 90 minutes. “In Open-Source We Trust” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Not since the invention of the Internet has there been such a disruptive technology as Bitcoin. Bitcoin's early pioneers sought to blur the lines of sovereignty and the financial status quo. After years of underground development Bitcoin grabbed the attention of a curious public, and the ire of the regulators the technology had subverted. After landmark arrests of prominent cyber criminals Bitcoin faces its most severe adversary yet, the very banks it was built to destroy.
Who’s in it. Banking on Bitcoin stars Wences Casares as Himself, Nathanial Popper as Himself, Alex Winter as Himself and Rand Paul as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Banking on Bitcoin has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Banking on Bitcoin page.
If you liked it. Fans of Banking on Bitcoin tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Banking on Bitcoin (2016)?
- In US, Banking on Bitcoin is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Banking on Bitcoin worth watching?
- Banking on Bitcoin holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Banking on Bitcoin?
- Banking on Bitcoin stars Wences Casares, Nathanial Popper, Alex Winter, Rand Paul and Cameron Winklevoss.