In the 1990s, an ambitious stockbroker named Jordan Belfort decides to make a radical change in his life. Starting at a small firm, he quickly realizes that the world of finance is a fertile ground for deception and frivolity. His cunning leads him to found his own company, Stratton Oakmont, where, alongside his charismatic partner Donnie Azoff, they dive into an ocean of greed, drugs, and excess. With aggressive tactics and scams everywhere, Belfort transforms his firm into one of the most successful on Wall Street, amassing a staggering fortune in just a few years.
However, as he enjoys unimaginable luxuries—and a chaotic lifestyle—the attention of financial authorities begins to loom over him. With his personal life in shambles due to his addiction and tumultuous relationships, including his marriage to the sweet Naomi, the pressure to stay on top becomes increasingly unsustainable. Fun turns to chaos when the FBI springs into action, and Jordan faces not only the possibility of losing everything but the reality of his choices. This unrestrained story explores the extremes of ambition and the costs of living in a world where success is the only goal, but the price can be devastating. Let’s get the popcorn ready, because Belfort’s downfall is as shocking as his rise.