American Greed

Everyone wants to be rich, but some people will stop at nothing. Actor Stacy Keach narrates this unprecedented CNBC original six-part series which focuses on how greed changes people's lives. The 2-disc set opens with the story of a skilled fisherman who is also an expert at implementing a Ponzi scheme to con investors into false investments. Angling for big money he lures over 50 local investors into a promising start-up, taking them for approximately $2 million. A notorious art theft still in the FBI's Top 10 is also presented including behind-the-scenes footage from inside the West Hollywood heist. The cons continue with highlighting medical scams, religious fraud, bank heists, and identity theft. Make this CNBC Original Production part of your collection today.