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Based on the true story of Jordan Belfort, a stockbroker who engages in massive accounting fraud and corruption to get rich. As his firm Stratton Oakmont grows, Belfort and his associates descend into a life of hedonism, excess, and crime. The film chronicles his rise and fall, his time in prison, and his eventual attempt to go straight.

The Wolf of Wall Street received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its energetic direction, performances (particularly from DiCaprio and Hill), and dark humor, while some criticized its excessive runtime and depiction of debauchery. Audiences were largely divided, with some appreciating its wild ride and others finding its immorality and length off-putting.

• Praised for Martin Scorsese's masterful, energetic direction and Leonardo DiCaprio's powerhouse performance.

• Noted for its audacious portrayal of excess and dark, satirical humor.

• Criticized by some for its excessive length and unrelenting depiction of debauchery.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's high energy, impressive acting, and thrilling portrayal of Jordan Belfort's rise and fall. However, some viewers found the excessive drug use, explicit content, and prolonged runtime to be overwhelming or gratuitous.

Nominated for 5 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor (Leonardo DiCaprio), Best Supporting Actor (Jonah Hill), and Best Adapted Screenplay. It also received numerous other nominations and awards from various critics' circles and guilds.

During the infamous "fainting goat" scene, the goat was actually drugged to appear as if it had fainted. The crew had to ensure the goat was not harmed during the filming of the scene.