FTX Fallout Explored in Ben McKenzie’s Crypto Documentary "Everybody Is Lying to You for Money"

Actor Ben McKenzie, famed for his roles in "Gotham" and "The O.C.," has ventured into the world of cryptocurrency scrutiny with his new documentary, "Everybody Is Lying to You for Money." The film delves deep into the crypto industry, featuring interviews with prominent figures and a critical look at El Salvador’s Bitcoin adoption under President Nayib Bukele. Notably, the documentary includes footage of Sam Bankman-Fried, the disgraced founder of FTX, adding a layer of intrigue and relevance to the ongoing discourse around crypto regulation and transparency. Released in 2025, the film arrives at a pivotal moment as the industry grapples with the aftermath of FTX’s collapse and the broader implications for digital asset markets.

Actor Ben McKenzie Investigates Crypto Industry in New Documentary

Ben McKenzie, known for his roles in "Gotham" and "The O.C.," has written, directed, and produced a documentary titled "Everybody Is Lying to You for Money." The film scrutinizes the cryptocurrency industry, featuring interviews with key figures and an examination of El Salvador’s Bitcoin adoption under President Nayib Bukele.

Notably, the documentary includes footage of Sam Bankman-Fried, the disgraced founder of FTX, months before his indictment for fraud and conspiracy. Filmed across New York, London, El Salvador, Miami, and Austin over three years, the project aims to expose alleged deceit within the crypto space.

Netflix Nears Deal for FTX Drama Series with Julia Garner as Caroline Ellison

Netflix is advancing its untitled limited series chronicling the collapse of FTX, with Julia Garner in final negotiations to portray former Alameda Research CEO Caroline Ellison. The Ozark Emmy winner would also serve as executive producer for the project, which has been in development for over a year through Higher Ground Productions.

The series will dramatize the relationship between Ellison and disgraced FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried, with American Horror Story’s Evan Peters reportedly cast in the lead role. Garner’s involvement follows her acclaimed performance as fake heiress Anna Delvey in Inventing Anna, demonstrating Netflix’s continued investment in prestige financial crime narratives.

Production timelines remain undisclosed, but industry sources indicate the streamer is fast-tracking development given ongoing public fascination with the $32 billion crypto exchange’s November 2022 implosion. The project marks Hollywood’s first major dramatic treatment of the scandal that sent shockwaves through digital asset markets.