$70M Bitcoin Movie Portrays Craig Wright as Satoshi

A $70 million feature film titled Bitcoin has entered post‑production. The movie is directed by Doug Liman and features an A‑list cast that includes Gal Gadot, Casey Affleck, Pete Davidson and Isla Fisher.

Production status

The project is now in the fifth stage of the seven‑step filmmaking process, where raw footage is assembled and polished. Producers plan to begin selling and releasing the film to the public once post‑production is complete.

Creative team and technology

Doug Liman, known for blockbusters such as The Bourne Identity and Mr. & Mrs. Smith, directs the film. The screenplay is written by Nick Schenk and the producers are Ryan Kavanaugh and Lawrence Grey. The production reportedly uses artificial‑intelligence tools to create the film’s environments.

Controversial portrayal

The movie depicts Craig Wright, a self‑proclaimed inventor of Bitcoin, as Satoshi Nakamoto. Commentators note that this portrayal could divide the Bitcoin community and influence public perception of the disputed claim.

Distribution outlook

According to industry observers, the film currently lacks a major domestic distributor, though international sales are being pursued.

Community reaction

Crypto‑focused audiences have expressed skepticism and debate over the film’s narrative, with some calling for alternative projects that more accurately reflect the widely accepted view of Bitcoin’s origins.