American Greed

American Greed (2007- )

EndedDocumentary showCrime

Enter a world where crime pays well--until you get caught. CNBC's unprecedented original primetime series, American Greed takes you inside the scams, schemes and broken dreams…revealing the amazing real-life stories of how some people will do anything for money.

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Scheduleevery Monday at 22:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S15E24Lawyers, Lies, And A Housewifemars 7, 2023
S15E23Fame, Fortune & Fraudfévr. 28, 2023
S15E22Drunk with Powerfévr. 21, 2023
S15E21Preaching Pyramid Schemesfévr. 14, 2023
S15E20VIP Schemersjanv. 31, 2023
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'American Greed' premiere?

'American Greed' premiered on June 21, 2007.

What genre is the TV show 'American Greed'?

'American Greed' is a documentary/crime series.

Who is the creator of the TV show 'American Greed'?

Kurtis Productions created 'American Greed'.

What network airs 'American Greed'?

CNBC airs 'American Greed'.

What is the premise of 'American Greed'?

'American Greed' focuses on various white-collar crimes, scams, and financial frauds that have been committed in the United States.

Who narrates 'American Greed'?

Stacy Keach narrates 'American Greed'.

How many episodes have been aired till date (June 2007)?

As of June 2007, 13 episodes of 'American Greed' have been aired.

What is the duration of each episode of 'American Greed'?

Each episode of 'American Greed' has a duration of 60 minutes.

Who are some of the notable personalities featured on 'American Greed'?

Some of the notable personalities featured on 'American Greed' include Bernard Madoff, Lou Pearlman, Steven Warshak, and Scott Rothstein.

Has 'American Greed' won any awards?

Yes, 'American Greed' has won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series.

How are the stories featured on 'American Greed' selected?

The stories featured on 'American Greed' are selected based on their popularity, magnitude, and uniqueness.

What is the audience reception of 'American Greed'?

'American Greed' has received positive reviews from audiences and critics, with many praising its attention-grabbing storytelling and informative nature.

Does 'American Greed' feature reenactments?

Yes, 'American Greed' features reenactments of the white-collar crimes being discussed.

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Also known as

  • American Greed: Scams, Scoundrels and Scandals (United States)

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