Black Monday redefined corporate satire by injecting the 1987 stock market crash with chaotic, neon-drenched energy. Led by Don Cheadle and Regina Hall, the series bypassed dry financial tropes to expose the absurdity of Wall Street greed. Its legacy lies in how it dismantled the "Great Man" myth of finance, replacing it with outsiders who out-hustled the establishment. The show’s sharp dialogue and fearless subversion of 1980s tropes created a unique space where historical tragedy met slapstick cynicism. While its run concluded, its influence on modern dark comedy remains clear. Fans should set a reminder on their calendars; in an era of constant reboots, this group of traders might yet find a new way to crash the system.
Tone: Wickedly satirical and historically irreverent.
Last Updated: February 2026