Bad Banks (2018)

Synopsis

Ambitious Jana is confronted with the unscrupulous machinations of the world of finance. Her working life is determined by egotism, the pressure to succeed and machismo. She soon has to decide how far she is prepared to go for her career.

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Cast

• Paula Beer as Jana Liekam
• Barry Atsma as Gabriel Fenger
• Désirée Nosbusch as Christelle Leblanc
• Albrecht Schuch as Adam Pohl
• Mai Duong Kieu as Thao Hoang
• Tobias Moretti as Quirin Sydow
• Jean-Marc Barr as Robert Khano
• Germain Wagner as Ties Jacoby
• Marc Limpach as Luc Jacoby
• Utsav Agrawal as Shantimay Bhardevej

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BingeNext's take

If you’re into intense dramas that explore the darker side of ambition and power, Bad Banks is a gripping watch. The show follows Jana, a driven woman navigating the ruthless finance world where pressure and ego run high, and you really feel the weight of her tough choices. With two seasons and just 12 episodes, it’s a tight story that pulls you into a world full of tension and moral challenges. The cast, including Paula Beer and Barry Atsma, brings a strong, realistic edge to the characters, making the drama feel personal and urgent. If you liked the mix of crime and high-stakes business in shows like Billions or NYPD Blue, this one will keep you hooked with its smart, gritty storytelling. It’s perfect for anyone who enjoys character-driven stories that don’t shy away from the messy realities of ambition.